Trump Proclaims February 22 as National Day for Victims of Illegal Immigrants

Donald Trump proclaimed February 22 as 'National Angel Families' Day' in memory of victims of illegal immigrants in the US, during a White House ceremony, amidst intensified administration policies.

23 Feb, 18:54 — 23 Feb, 19:19

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This story is significant as it highlights the Trump administration's continued focus on immigration issues and its strategy of using personal narratives, such as those of "Angel Families," to underscore the perceived impacts of illegal immigration. The timing, ahead of the State of the Union, suggests a deliberate political move to rally support for stricter immigration policies and to frame the debate in emotionally charged terms.

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Both outlets report on President Trump's proclamation of February 22nd as a national day for victims of illegal immigrants, highlighting the involvement of "Angel Families." While digi24 focuses on the proclamation itself, the New York Times adds context about the families' political support for Trump ahead of the State of the Union.

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NYTcenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticallinks proclamation to political strategy

digi24centercenterneutralreports proclamation as a direct fact

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage presents a balanced view, with one outlet offering a politically contextualized report and another providing a more neutral, factual account of the event.

What sources agree on

Donald Trump proclaimed February 22nd as a national day.
The national day is dedicated to victims of illegal immigrants.
"Angel Families" are central to the event surrounding the proclamation.

Where they diverge

The broader political context and purpose of the proclamation event.

NYT

The proclamation is framed within the context of "Angel Families" returning to Washington to politically support Trump ahead of his State of the Union address.

digi24

The proclamation is presented as a direct announcement made during a White House ceremony, without explicit political framing beyond the act itself.

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Trump proclaimed February 22 as a national day.

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The national day is for victims of illegal immigrants.

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The proclamation was made during a ceremony at the White House.

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The connection of the "Angel Families" presence in Washington to backing Trump ahead of the State of the Union.

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‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

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Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

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Donald TrumpUS President, made the proclamation Angel Familiesfamilies of victims of illegal immigrants Washingtonlocation of events White Houselocation of the ceremony

Coverage Timeline

First report: digi24 · 23 Feb, 18:54|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 25m|Window: 25m

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digi2423 Feb, 18:54First to report

Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

NYT23 Feb, 19:19Latest update

‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

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NYT1h ago

‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

The families of people killed by undocumented immigrants have forged a bond with the president, who has invited some of them to his address on Tuesday.

By Katie Rogers

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digi242h ago

Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

Donald Trump a proclamat 22 februarie drept „Ziua Națională a Familiilor Îngerilor”, în memoria victimelor migranților aflați ilegal în SUA, în cadrul unei ceremonii organizate la Casa Albă. Anunțul vine în contextul intensificării politicilor administrației sale împotriva migrației ilegale.

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Trump Proclaims February 22 as National Day for Victims of Illegal Immigrants

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‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

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Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

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Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

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‘Angel Families’ Return to Washington to Back Up Trump Ahead of State of the Union

Trump proclamă 22 februarie drept zi națională pentru victimele migranților aflați ilegal în SUA

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