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The Guardian
Controversy over ‘send them back’ chants by MEPs
Rightwing Members of the European Parliament celebrated a vote to increase deportations of undocumented migrants by chanting “send them back,” prompting protests from other lawmakers who responded with “shame on you.” The measure, approved by a significant majority, allows for detention of up to two years and the use of offshore centers, raising human rights concerns from rights groups and UN experts. The incident highlighted growing divisions in the European parliament following elections that saw a rise in nationalist and far-right representation. Critics condemned the celebration as a step toward dehumanization and authoritarianism, while some far-right leaders expressed pride in the display of political strength.
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