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In 1871, Congress convened the Joint Select Committee to Inquire into the Conditions of Affairs in the Late Insurrectionary States, better known as “the Klan hearings,” on account of its focus: vigilante violence against the formerly enslaved.
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In 1871 Congress convened the Joint Select Committee to Inquire into the Conditions of Affairs in the Late Insurrectionary States
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{
    "year": "1871",
    "event": "Congress convened the Joint Select Committee",
    "focus": "Vigilante violence against the formerly enslaved"
}
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February 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM (6 months ago)
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February 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM (6 months ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/11/opinion/ice-victims-hearings-justice.html

This opinion piece discusses the violent tactics of ICE and Border Patrol agents, highlighting testimonies from victims. It draws parallels to historical hearings on atrocities and argues for accountability and recompense for victims of ICE's actions. The author emphasizes the importance of public testimony and the need for a serious reckoning.

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