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Deadly Florida Turnpike Crash Sparks Immigration Controversy

A tragic crash on the Florida Turnpike has claimed the lives of three Haitian immigrants heading to Indiana, with their identities confirmed by friends. The truck driver, Harjinder Singh, who is accused of illegal immigration, is facing severe scrutiny from both the Trump administration and the public. Following the accident, Singh expressed grief, but he has also been denied bond and faces potential deportation. The accident has intensified an ongoing debate on immigration policies, with petitions in support of Singh gathering over 2.5 million signatures. As officials work to handle the aftermath, state and federal authorities are ramping up inspections and enforcement related to undocumented truck drivers, causing confusion among truckers at the U.S.-Mexico border. Community members and advocacy groups are rallying support for the victims, amidst a media frenzy that has politicized this tragic event.
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