🎧 Audio
📖 Script
Abrego Garcia, a man who was wrongfully deported from the United States, recently had his asylum request denied by a US judge. This decision marks a significant moment in his case, which has become a symbol of the aggressive deportation policies under former President Donald Trump. Abrego Garcia’s situation has been closely followed by human rights organizations and immigration advocates, as it highlights the challenges faced by individuals caught in the complex US immigration system.
Originally from Central America, Abrego Garcia sought asylum in the US to escape violence in his home country. However, during the Trump administration, he was deported as part of a broader effort to remove undocumented immigrants from the country. This move was criticized by many, who argued that it violated international laws and the principles of asylum.
After being deported, Abrego Garcia managed to return to the US with the help of legal advocates. He then applied for asylum, hoping for a new chance to live safely in the country. Unfortunately, his recent application was rejected, a decision that reflects the ongoing struggles of asylum seekers in America.
The case has drawn attention to the lasting impact of Trump’s immigration policies, which have been described as harsh and unforgiving. Critics argue that these policies have led to family separations and have created fear among immigrant communities. Despite changes in leadership with President Joe Biden, who has promised a more humane approach, the legacy of the previous administration’s policies continues to affect many.
In the broader context, this case underscores the difficulties faced by asylum seekers and the importance of reforming immigration policies to ensure fairness and protection for those in need. It also raises questions about the role of the judiciary in upholding human rights and the balance between national security and humanitarian obligations.
📝 Vocabulary
- asylum: protection given by a country to someone who has left their home country as a political refugee
例文: “Many people seek asylum to escape danger in their home countries.”
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- seek asylum
- grant asylum
- asylum seeker
亡命、庇護 - deportation: the act of sending someone back to their home country
例文: “The government faced criticism for its strict deportation policies.”
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- face deportation
- order deportation
- deportation policy
国外追放 - immigration: the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country
例文: “Immigration policies can greatly affect a country’s demographics.”
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- immigration policy
- immigration law
- immigration system
移民 - advocate: a person who supports or recommends a particular cause or policy
例文: “He is a strong advocate for human rights.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- strong advocate
- advocate for
- advocate of
擁護者、支持者 - legacy: something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor
例文: “The new policy is part of the president’s legacy.”
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- leave a legacy
- legacy of
- historical legacy
遺産、受け継がれたもの
✏️ Grammar Point
Past Simple Tense – “Abrego Garcia, a man who was wrongfully deported from the United States, recently had his asylum request denied by a US judge.”
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💡 使用場面
過去の出来事や経験を述べる際に使用されます。例えば、過去の旅行や経験について話すときなど。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘We launched the product last month, and it received positive feedback from customers.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: Abrego Garcia’s asylum request was accepted by the US judge.
- MCQ: What is Abrego Garcia’s case symbolic of?
a) Economic policies
b) Healthcare reforms
c) Deportation policies
d) Educational reforms - MCQ: What has President Joe Biden promised regarding immigration?
a) Stricter measures
b) More humane approach
c) Increased deportations
d) No changes
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- c) Deportation policies
- b) More humane approach
📚 Reading Questions
- Who is Abrego Garcia, and what challenges has he faced?
- Why do critics argue against the deportation policies of the Trump administration?
- What does the word “legacy” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- Abrego Garcia is a man from Central America who was wrongfully deported and faced challenges in seeking asylum in the US.
- Critics argue that the deportation policies led to family separations and fear among immigrants, violating human rights.
- In the context of the script, “legacy” means something passed down from a predecessor, referring to the impact of Trump’s policies.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
アブレゴ・ガルシアのケースは、トランプ前大統領の移民政策の影響を象徴するものとして注目されています。厳しい移民政策は多数の家族を分離し、移民コミュニティに恐怖を与えました。バイデン大統領はより人道的なアプローチを約束しましたが、以前の政策の影響は依然として残っています。日本においても、移民政策の改革が求められており、国際的な人道的義務とのバランスが重要視されています。
