FWD.us Statement on Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act

Washington, D.C. – FWD.us President Todd Schulte released the following statement after the Trump administration invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798:

“The Alien Enemies Act was last used to incarcerate 120,000 Japanese-Americans and tens of thousands of others during World War II. Its use was a mistake and a tragedy.

“There should be no effort to invoke this law today or in the future — against anyone, no matter their immigration status, be they an adult or child, as is proposed in today’s declaration.

“Actions like this have no place in the immigration system or country we should seek to build.”

About FWD.us: FWD.us is a bipartisan political organization that believes America’s families, communities, and economy thrive when more individuals are able to achieve their full potential. For too long, our failed immigration and criminal justice systems have locked too many people out of the American dream. Founded by leaders in the technology and business communities, we seek to grow and galvanize political support to break through gridlock and achieve meaningful reforms. Together, we can move America forward.