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Lawyers for the family allege that an online campaign involving Leo Terrell and other state officials drew attention to the family and led to their detention.
reported by one outlet so far · Asserted cause · first recorded Aug 17, 3:30 PM
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NBC NewsLean left · Aug 17, 3:02 PM
An online campaign to get the family removed got the attention of state officials including Leo Terrell, leading to their detention
Cites: Maryam and Eissa's lawyers · Details: online campaign; Leo Terrell; State Department
NBC NewsLean left · Aug 17, 3:02 PM
Maria Kari said misinformation and disinformation campaign led to high-level State Department official attention and the Rubio determination that they pose a threat
Cites: Maria Kari · Details: misinformation; disinformation; Rubio determination