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Supporters hail the ruling as a necessary response to brutal, highly organized criminal networks they say operate like paramilitary forces, infiltrating communities and undermining public safety. Critics warn it opens a perilous door: if gang membership can trigger wartime deportation rules, tomorrow it could be political dissidents or entire nationalities. As appeals loom, the decision stands as both a legal turning point and a stark reminder of how fear, security, and old laws can collide in unpredictable ways.