Lee Gelernt
Lee Gelernt is a prominent attorney and deputy director of the ACLU's Immigrants' Rights Project, known for his advocacy in immigration law and civil liberties. He has been involved in significant legal battles surrounding the rights of immigrants and detainees in the United States. Gelernt's recent work includes leading a lawsuit filed by the ACLU seeking access for detained migrants at Guantanamo Bay, emphasizing the importance of legal representation and communication for individuals held in incommunicado conditions.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | 5 | 6.40 | 0.40% | +10% | 786,552 | 3,442 | $6,000 | 26$ |
| Venezuela | 3 | 6.67 | 0.17% | +20% | 28,435,943 | 57,803 | $48,000 | 98$ |
| United States | 2 | 4.50 | 0.05% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 169,626 | $21,000,000 | 10,762$ |
| Guatemala | 2 | 7.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 21,663 | $82,000 | 99$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 7.50 | 0.06% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 41,706 | $2,700,000 | 1,659$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 17,174 | $1,700,000 | 768$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,174 | $15,000 | 11$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 93,550 | $1,500,000 | 665$ |
| India | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 544,166 | $2,900,000 | 1,144$ |
| Peru | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 14,786 | $230,000 | 103$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 4,290 | $530,000 | 225$ |
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 13,077 | $1,380,000 | 708$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,197 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| Totals | 22 | 2,151,648,037 | 985,654 | $32,096,100 | 16,270$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Guyana:
ACLU lawyer Lee Gelernt told reporters the group would seek orders blocking Alien Enemies Act deportations.
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Venezuela:
Lawyer Lee Gelernt stated that the crucial point of the Supreme Court's ruling was that individuals must have due process to challenge their deportation.
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United Kingdom:
Lee Gelernt, the deputy director of the ACLU’s Immigrants’ Rights Project and lead counsel in the case, said in a statement.
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Ireland:
Lee Gelernt is the lead counsel representing the Venezuelan men challenging their removal under the Alien Enemies Act.
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Guyana:
Lee Gelernt framed the court’s decision as a win for the detainees he represents.
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Peru:
ACLU lawyer Lee Gelernt stated that the crucial point of the Supreme Court ruling was the need for due process.
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Sweden:
Lee Gelernt states that the important aspect of the court's ruling is that people must receive a court process before being deported.
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Australia:
ACLU attorney Lee Gelernt said the critical point of the high court’s ruling was that people must be allowed due process to challenge their removal.
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United States:
ACLU lawyer Lee Gelernt attacked President Donald Trump for deporting several illegal immigrants to an El Salvador prison.
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United Kingdom:
Gelernt is the deputy director of the ACLU’s immigrants’ rights project and lead counsel in the case.
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