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The Trump administration has arranged a flight to send dozens of Afghans to Afghanistan, The New York Times reports; other outlets describe a plan to route deportees through Pakistan. Advocates warn some could face persecution under Taliban rule.
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The removals affect Afghan immigrants in the United States, including people described as relatives of those who worked with the U.S. The reports say some could face retaliation if returned; U.S. lawmakers have asked the administration to stop the deportations.