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Legislative Battle Heats Up Over Masked Federal Agents in Post-Trump Era

Legislative Battle Heats Up Over Masked Federal Agents in Post-Trump Era

Legislative Battle Heats Up Over Masked Federal Agents in Post-Trump Era A significant legislative push is underway in both Congress and various states to prohibit federal agents from concealing their faces with masks, a practice that has become increasingly common and controversial since President Trump’s recent return to office. Images of masked federal agents conducting operations, particularly immigration arrests, have prompted widespread public concern and calls for greater transparency. In Washington, Democratic lawmakers have introduced several bills, including the notable…

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US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants

US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants

US Expands Controversial Third-Country Deportations to Eswatini for Convicted Immigrants The United States has recently expanded its contentious third-country deportation program, sending five immigrants convicted of serious crimes to the African nation of Eswatini. This move follows a similar deportation of eight men to South Sudan weeks prior, after the Supreme Court lifted restrictions on sending individuals to countries where they lack ties. In a late-night announcement, Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin confirmed the deportation of five men—citizens of…

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US Deports Five Convicted Migrants to Eswatini Amidst Renewed Controversies

US Deports Five Convicted Migrants to Eswatini Amidst Renewed Controversies

US Deports Five Convicted Migrants to Eswatini Amidst Renewed Controversies In a significant move, the US Department of Homeland Security has confirmed the deportation of five individuals convicted of serious crimes to the southern African kingdom of Eswatini. Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that the deportees, from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba, and Yemen, were convicted of offenses ranging from child rape to murder, describing them as “depraved monsters” who had been “terrorizing American communities.” This deportation follows a recent US…

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Noem Under Fire: FEMA Call Failures Exposed Amidst Texas Flood Crisis

Noem Under Fire: FEMA Call Failures Exposed Amidst Texas Flood Crisis

Noem Under Fire: FEMA Call Failures Exposed Amidst Texas Flood Crisis Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing intense scrutiny following reports that thousands of critical calls to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) went unanswered in the immediate aftermath of devastating Texas floods earlier this month. Despite a New York Times report detailing significant call failures, Noem has dismissed the claims as “fake news.” The Times investigation revealed a stark drop in FEMA’s responsiveness: while nearly all calls were…

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Secret Service Unveils Major Reforms One Year After Deadly Trump Rally Shooting

Secret Service Unveils Major Reforms One Year After Deadly Trump Rally Shooting

Secret Service Unveils Major Reforms One Year After Deadly Trump Rally Shooting One year ago, on July 13, 2024, a pivotal and tragic event unfolded in Butler, Pennsylvania, when an attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump claimed the life of fire chief Corey Comperatore. As the nation marks this somber anniversary, the U.S. Secret Service, the agency tasked with protecting America’s leaders, has revealed a series of significant reforms aimed at preventing future security breakdowns. The attack, which occurred…

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US Completes Controversial Deportation of Eight Men to War-Torn South Sudan After Supreme Court Battle

US Completes Controversial Deportation of Eight Men to War-Torn South Sudan After Supreme Court Battle

US Completes Controversial Deportation of Eight Men to War-Torn South Sudan After Supreme Court Battle The United States has finalized the controversial deportation of eight men to South Sudan, a nation currently under a State Department travel advisory due to “crime, kidnapping, and armed conflict.” The men, who had been held under guard for weeks at a U.S. military base in Djibouti, arrived in the war-torn country on Friday, July 4th, following a series of intense legal battles that reached…

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FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details

FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details

FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details A controversial immigrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” is reportedly being funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Shelter and Services Program, according to recent statements. This facility, expected to house up to 5,000 detainees, is situated on an airfield approximately 45 miles west of Miami, designed for individuals awaiting deportation. Initial reports indicated that the state of Florida provided the first $450…

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Trump Administration Implements Immediate Fines for Undocumented Individuals, Ends Warning Period

Trump Administration Implements Immediate Fines for Undocumented Individuals, Ends Warning Period

Trump Administration Implements Immediate Fines for Undocumented Individuals, Ends Warning Period The Trump administration is moving to immediately fine individuals in the United States illegally, eliminating the previous 30-day warning period. A new rule, set to be published today, June 27, 2025, in the Federal Register, allows the government to issue penalties of up to $1,000 per day without prior notice. This policy shift, spearheaded by the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security, targets those who enter the U.S. unlawfully,…

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