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ICE Shooting in Franklin Park: Attorney Disputes Criminal History of Slain Undocumented Father

ICE Shooting in Franklin Park: Attorney Disputes Criminal History of Slain Undocumented Father

ICE Shooting in Franklin Park: Attorney Disputes Criminal History of Slain Undocumented Father New details have emerged regarding the fatal shooting of an undocumented father by an ICE agent in Franklin Park, Illinois. The attorney for Silvero Villegas-Gonzalez, Manuel Cardenas, asserts that his client had no criminal background, contradicting initial statements from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). DHS and ICE had stated their agents were targeting Villegas-Gonzalez for arrest, claiming he was…

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Multiple HBCUs Face Lockdowns Amid Renewed Threat Wave, FBI Investigates

Multiple HBCUs Face Lockdowns Amid Renewed Threat Wave, FBI Investigates

Multiple HBCUs Face Lockdowns Amid Renewed Threat Wave, FBI Investigates At least six historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) initiated lockdowns and issued campus alerts today after receiving potential threats. Institutions including Alabama State University, Virginia State University, Hampton University, Southern University, and Clark Atlanta University halted activities as a precautionary measure. Spelman College also implemented shelter-in-place protocols due to its proximity to Clark Atlanta. The FBI confirmed it is aware of “hoax threat calls” targeting several historically Black institutions,…

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Patrick Braxton Decisively Reelected as Newbern, Alabama Mayor After Historic Legal Battle

Patrick Braxton Decisively Reelected as Newbern, Alabama Mayor After Historic Legal Battle

Patrick Braxton Decisively Reelected as Newbern, Alabama Mayor After Historic Legal Battle Patrick Braxton, the first Black mayor of Newbern, Alabama, has been overwhelmingly reelected this week, securing a decisive victory with 66 votes against his opponent’s 26. This election marks a pivotal moment for the tiny town, concluding a four-year dispute over local governance that garnered national attention. Braxton’s reelection is particularly significant as it represents Newbern’s first mayoral election since at least the 1960s, held under a federal…

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Federal Judge Overturns Trump-Era DEI Directives in Education

Federal Judge Overturns Trump-Era DEI Directives in Education

Federal Judge Overturns Trump-Era DEI Directives in Education A federal judge has recently invalidated two directives from the Trump administration that sought to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the nation’s schools and universities. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Maryland, found that the Education Department exceeded its authority by threatening to withhold federal funding from educational institutions continuing with DEI initiatives. This decision follows a motion for summary judgment filed by the American…

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Controversial ‘Operation Trojan Horse’ Raid by Border Patrol in LA Sparks Outcry

Controversial ‘Operation Trojan Horse’ Raid by Border Patrol in LA Sparks Outcry

Controversial ‘Operation Trojan Horse’ Raid by Border Patrol in LA Sparks Outcry A recent operation by US border patrol agents at a Los Angeles Home Depot has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with videos showing officers ambushing individuals from an unmarked rental truck. The raid, dubbed ‘Operation Trojan Horse’ by a border patrol commander, resulted in the arrest of 16 undocumented individuals and has raised serious questions about the agency’s compliance with federal court orders. Witnesses described masked, heavily armed…

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Voting Rights Act Faces Existential Threat on 60th Anniversary as Supreme Court Weighs Private Lawsuit Rights

Voting Rights Act Faces Existential Threat on 60th Anniversary as Supreme Court Weighs Private Lawsuit Rights

Voting Rights Act Faces Existential Threat on 60th Anniversary as Supreme Court Weighs Private Lawsuit Rights The landmark Voting Rights Act marks its 60th anniversary this week amidst an unprecedented legal challenge that could fundamentally dismantle its core protections. As of August 6, 2025, the future of the VRA, particularly its critical Section 2 which prohibits racial discrimination in voting, hangs in the balance as the U.S. Supreme Court considers whether private citizens and groups have the right to sue…

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Police Brutality Accusations Spark Outrage After Viral Florida Arrest Video

Police Brutality Accusations Spark Outrage After Viral Florida Arrest Video

Police Brutality Accusations Spark Outrage After Viral Florida Arrest Video A recent incident involving a Black man, William McNeil Jr., being punched and dragged from his car by Florida deputies during a traffic stop has ignited nationwide outrage. The event, captured on a widely circulated cellphone video, shows deputies forcibly removing McNeil from his vehicle after he reportedly asked to speak to a supervisor. McNeil’s family and attorneys, including prominent civil rights lawyers Ben Crump and Harry Daniels, are accusing…

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US Justice Department Seeks Minimal Prison Time for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Case

US Justice Department Seeks Minimal Prison Time for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Case

US Justice Department Seeks Minimal Prison Time for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Case In a move sparking outrage, the US Justice Department has recommended a one-day prison sentence for former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison, who was convicted of violating Breonna Taylor’s civil rights during the fatal 2020 raid on her apartment. This recommendation, which attorneys for the Taylor family have vehemently condemned as an “insult” and a message of “near-total impunity” for white officers, is set to be considered…

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DOJ Seeks One-Day Sentence for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Civil Rights Case

DOJ Seeks One-Day Sentence for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Civil Rights Case

DOJ Seeks One-Day Sentence for Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Civil Rights Case The U.S. Department of Justice has controversially recommended a one-day jail sentence and supervised release for former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison, who is set to be sentenced on Monday for violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor. Taylor was fatally shot by police in her Kentucky home in March 2020. Hankison was convicted in November 2024 of one count of civil rights abuse for firing shots into…

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Nationwide ‘Good Trouble’ Protests Honor John Lewis, Challenge Trump Administration

Nationwide ‘Good Trouble’ Protests Honor John Lewis, Challenge Trump Administration

Nationwide ‘Good Trouble’ Protests Honor John Lewis, Challenge Trump Administration Tens of thousands of Americans are expected to participate in a massive day of action today, July 17, dubbed ‘Good Trouble Lives On.’ These widespread protests across all 50 US states aim to honor the enduring legacy of the late Congressman John Lewis and voice opposition to the Trump administration’s policies. The demonstrations coincide with the fifth anniversary of Lewis’s passing, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement who…

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US Army Veteran Alleges Brutal Treatment in California Immigration Raid, Plans Lawsuit

US Army Veteran Alleges Brutal Treatment in California Immigration Raid, Plans Lawsuit

US Army Veteran Alleges Brutal Treatment in California Immigration Raid, Plans Lawsuit A U.S. Army veteran is speaking out after being arrested during a federal immigration raid at a Southern California marijuana farm last week, alleging he was subjected to tear gas, pepper spray, and physical force despite identifying himself as a U.S. citizen. George Retes, 25, a security guard, was detained on July 10 and held for three days without charges or access to legal counsel, sparking widespread condemnation….

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Federal Judge Halts Indiscriminate Immigration Stops and Arrests in California

Federal Judge Halts Indiscriminate Immigration Stops and Arrests in California

Federal Judge Halts Indiscriminate Immigration Stops and Arrests in California A federal judge has issued an emergency order instructing the Trump administration to cease indiscriminate immigration stops and arrests across seven California counties, including Los Angeles. The ruling comes after immigrant advocacy groups filed a lawsuit alleging the administration systematically targets individuals based on their race during its ongoing immigration crackdown. U.S. District Court Judge Maame E. Frimpong’s order also specifically bars the federal government from restricting attorney access at…

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Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration

Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration

Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and prominent pro-Palestinian activist, has filed an administrative complaint against the Trump administration, seeking $20 million in damages or an official apology. The complaint, a precursor to a federal lawsuit under the Federal Tort Claims Act, comes weeks after Khalil’s release on June 20, 2025, from over three months of immigration detention. Khalil, 30, who was a key negotiator during Columbia University’s…

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Mahmoud Khalil Files $20M Wrongful Detention Claim Against Trump Administration

Mahmoud Khalil Files $20M Wrongful Detention Claim Against Trump Administration

Mahmoud Khalil Files $20M Wrongful Detention Claim Against Trump Administration Mahmoud Khalil, a former student activist, has initiated a significant legal challenge against the administration of President Donald Trump, filing a $20 million claim for wrongful detention and alleged defamation. The court filings, submitted this Thursday, accuse the Trump administration of smearing Khalil’s reputation, malicious prosecution, and unlawful imprisonment. The claim specifically names the United States Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Department of State…

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DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals

DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals

DHS Used Pro-Israel Site Canary Mission to Target Activists for Deportation, Court Reveals In a rare federal trial, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has admitted to using the anonymous pro-Israel website, Canary Mission, as a primary source for identifying pro-Palestinian activists for potential deportation. During the third day of proceedings in Boston, Peter Hatch, a senior DHS investigations official, testified that most of the names of student protesters flagged for analysis by the agency originated from Canary Mission’s detailed…

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ACLU Files Federal Lawsuit Over Alleged Racial Profiling in LA Immigration Raids

ACLU Files Federal Lawsuit Over Alleged Racial Profiling in LA Immigration Raids

ACLU Files Federal Lawsuit Over Alleged Racial Profiling in LA Immigration Raids Immigrant advocates and civil rights lawyers have filed a federal class-action lawsuit alleging widespread racial profiling by immigration agents in Southern California. The suit, brought by the American Civil Liberties Union and other legal groups, claims agents are targeting individuals based on their skin color or apparent occupation during deportation crackdowns. The lawsuit comes amid mounting evidence and numerous reports of agents raiding known hubs for Latino workers,…

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Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent

Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent

Harvard Under Fire: Federal Probe Alleges Civil Rights Violations, Lawsuit Hearing Imminent A federal investigation has concluded that Harvard University violated civil rights law by failing to adequately protect Jewish students on campus, a finding that could jeopardize significant federal funding for the prestigious institution. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) stated in its findings that Harvard demonstrated “deliberate indifference” and was a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment” of its Jewish community members…

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Georgetown Scholar Badar Khan Suri Details Emotional Toll and Reunion After ICE Release

Georgetown Scholar Badar Khan Suri Details Emotional Toll and Reunion After ICE Release

Georgetown Scholar Badar Khan Suri Details Emotional Toll and Reunion After ICE Release Georgetown University postdoctoral scholar Badar Khan Suri, who was recently released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, is now sharing the profound personal and familial impact of his detention. His release last month, following a judge’s ruling that his detention violated his First and Fifth Amendment rights, marks the end of a challenging period that saw him arrested three months prior by the Department of Homeland…

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Chicago’s Massive “No Kings” Protest: A Peaceful Uprising

Chicago’s Massive “No Kings” Protest: A Peaceful Uprising

Chicago’s Massive “No Kings” Protest: A Peaceful Uprising Hey friend, you won’t believe the protest I saw in Chicago this weekend! It was HUGE – one of the biggest in recent memory. Tens of thousands of people showed up to demonstrate against President Trump, all part of a nationwide “No Kings” movement. The timing was deliberate: it coincided with Trump’s birthday and a pricey military parade in D.C. The whole thing was meant to be a national statement against what…

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