Richard Gere Says He's 'Deeply Ashamed' That Trump Admin Is Calling Migrants 'Aliens' During Speech in Germany

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Actor Richard Gere expressed deep shame over the Trump administration's use of the term "aliens" to describe migrants during a speech in Germany. Gere's criticism implies this language represents a departure from prior practice, though the term has long been standard in U.S. immigration law and policy discourse across administrations. The remarks highlight ongoing tensions between entertainment figures and the current administration over immigration rhetoric and framing.