According to an immigration attorney, an Ecuadorian father and his five-year-old son detained in Columbia Heights were legal asylum-seekers who followed proper procedures. The pair entered the country through the Brownsville, Texas port of entry in 2024 and utilized the CBP One app to declare their intent to seek asylum. The attorney stated the father and son were detained by ICE and sent to the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in San Antonio, Texas. Conflicting accounts exist, with the Department of Homeland Security claiming the father ran away and abandoned his child, while school officials dispute this. The school community expresses concerns about the impact of increased ICE activity on students’ safety and well-being.
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During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused forces within the EU of attempting to undermine the bloc, specifically criticizing leaders like Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Zelenskyy highlighted the need for stronger sanctions against Russia, pointing out that despite existing measures, Russian companies continue to operate and access critical components from various countries, including those within Europe and the US. He also stated Ukraine’s capability to target Russian naval vessels and announced an upcoming trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the US, and Russia in the UAE.
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The White House account shared a digitally altered image of Nekima Levy Armstrong, who was arrested for disrupting a church service, depicting her as if she was crying, without disclosing the manipulation. This follows a pattern of the White House using AI-generated images to portray targets, including those arrested or critical of law enforcement actions, in a negative light. The altered image, part of the case against Levy Armstrong, raises ethical concerns and could potentially prejudice the case. This action also brings to light the administration’s willingness to publish deceptive information pertaining to criminal investigations and the administration’s disregard for truth.
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Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder, has been arrested for allegedly leading a transnational drug trafficking organization. He was wanted by the FBI and had been compared to notorious drug lords. Wedding was charged with attempted murder and other counts related to his alleged drug enterprise, including the death of a federal witness. Authorities believed he was hiding in Mexico with protection from the Sinaloa cartel, and last month seized assets of his worth millions of dollars.
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A Brentwood woman lost her life savings of $176,000 after accepting a remote job she believed was with Facebook. Scammers used advanced AI tactics to lure her into the fake opportunity, promising easy money through ad placement. The victim was coached by a “mentor” who communicated primarily through WhatsApp, and the fraudulent app even displayed her actual Facebook messages to appear legitimate. After placing ads and seeing large profits, the scammers demanded more money before she realized it was a scam, eventually losing all her savings.
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Cuban immigrant’s death at ICE facility ruled a homicide, autopsy report says, and honestly, the initial reaction is a mix of shock and a grim sort of inevitability. It’s almost as if, given the circumstances surrounding these detention centers, we were almost *expecting* this. The fact that an autopsy has confirmed a homicide – that a human life was intentionally taken – within an ICE facility is horrifying, but sadly, it’s not entirely surprising. It reflects a deeper problem, a systemic issue that warrants immediate and thorough investigation. The details of the death, the precise cause, and the individuals responsible are now critical pieces of information that need to be brought to light.… Continue reading
BBC Verify has found evidence that the White House has regularly used AI-generated images on its social media accounts, starting with the Trump administration. Poynter reported at least 14 AI posts from the White House X account during Trump’s second term. The images include various scenarios, like Trump depicted in different fictional scenarios. Additionally, there have been at least 11 more AI or edited images posted this year, including a recent post that manipulated a real photo.
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Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Europe’s slow and inadequate response to the ongoing conflict with Russia. He expressed frustration over the lack of decisive action, including slow defense spending, failure to enforce sanctions, and reluctance to utilize frozen assets to support Ukraine. Zelenskyy highlighted the need for Europe to become a stronger political force and mentioned his productive meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, who also suggested both sides are open to negotiations. Ongoing discussions regarding peace settlement are underway, with the future status of occupied Ukrainian territory and postwar security guarantees remaining key issues.
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Senate Democrat: Americans should be ‘terrified’ by ‘secret ICE policy’
It seems the sentiment is, we are already terrified. There’s a deep-seated fear and anger simmering, and the revelation of a “secret ICE policy” only fans the flames. It’s a feeling of betrayal, as if those elected to protect us are either complicit or powerless to stop the erosion of our rights. The core concern revolves around the expansion of government power, specifically the ability of ICE to potentially enter homes without warrants, circumventing judicial oversight. This action sets a dangerous precedent, threatening civil liberties for everyone, not just those targeted by immigration enforcement.… Continue reading
Downing Street responded to President Trump’s statements, asserting he was incorrect in downplaying the role of NATO and British troops in Afghanistan. Trump’s remarks suggested allies stayed away from the front lines, leading to outrage from veterans and families. The UK and other allies joined the US in Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks, with the conflict resulting in 457 British service personnel fatalities.
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Lawyer: Detained Asylum Seekers Highlight Rule of Law Collapse
According to an immigration attorney, an Ecuadorian father and his five-year-old son detained in Columbia Heights were legal asylum-seekers who followed proper procedures. The pair entered the country through the Brownsville, Texas port of entry in 2024 and utilized the CBP One app to declare their intent to seek asylum. The attorney stated the father and son were detained by ICE and sent to the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in San Antonio, Texas. Conflicting accounts exist, with the Department of Homeland Security claiming the father ran away and abandoned his child, while school officials dispute this. The school community expresses concerns about the impact of increased ICE activity on students’ safety and well-being.
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Zelenskyy’s Davos Message: Condemnation of Betrayal and AI Leverage
During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused forces within the EU of attempting to undermine the bloc, specifically criticizing leaders like Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Zelenskyy highlighted the need for stronger sanctions against Russia, pointing out that despite existing measures, Russian companies continue to operate and access critical components from various countries, including those within Europe and the US. He also stated Ukraine’s capability to target Russian naval vessels and announced an upcoming trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the US, and Russia in the UAE.
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White House Deepfake Image: A New Low in Propaganda and Lies
The White House account shared a digitally altered image of Nekima Levy Armstrong, who was arrested for disrupting a church service, depicting her as if she was crying, without disclosing the manipulation. This follows a pattern of the White House using AI-generated images to portray targets, including those arrested or critical of law enforcement actions, in a negative light. The altered image, part of the case against Levy Armstrong, raises ethical concerns and could potentially prejudice the case. This action also brings to light the administration’s willingness to publish deceptive information pertaining to criminal investigations and the administration’s disregard for truth.
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Olympic Snowboarder Ryan Wedding Arrested, FBI’s Most Wanted Now in Custody
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder, has been arrested for allegedly leading a transnational drug trafficking organization. He was wanted by the FBI and had been compared to notorious drug lords. Wedding was charged with attempted murder and other counts related to his alleged drug enterprise, including the death of a federal witness. Authorities believed he was hiding in Mexico with protection from the Sinaloa cartel, and last month seized assets of his worth millions of dollars.
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Bay Area Software Rep Loses $176K to Fake Facebook Job Scam
A Brentwood woman lost her life savings of $176,000 after accepting a remote job she believed was with Facebook. Scammers used advanced AI tactics to lure her into the fake opportunity, promising easy money through ad placement. The victim was coached by a “mentor” who communicated primarily through WhatsApp, and the fraudulent app even displayed her actual Facebook messages to appear legitimate. After placing ads and seeing large profits, the scammers demanded more money before she realized it was a scam, eventually losing all her savings.
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Cuban Immigrant’s Death at ICE Facility Ruled Homicide: Outrage and Calls for Abolition
Cuban immigrant’s death at ICE facility ruled a homicide, autopsy report says, and honestly, the initial reaction is a mix of shock and a grim sort of inevitability. It’s almost as if, given the circumstances surrounding these detention centers, we were almost *expecting* this. The fact that an autopsy has confirmed a homicide – that a human life was intentionally taken – within an ICE facility is horrifying, but sadly, it’s not entirely surprising. It reflects a deeper problem, a systemic issue that warrants immediate and thorough investigation. The details of the death, the precise cause, and the individuals responsible are now critical pieces of information that need to be brought to light.… Continue reading
White House Defends AI-Altered Image, Declares “Memes Will Continue”
BBC Verify has found evidence that the White House has regularly used AI-generated images on its social media accounts, starting with the Trump administration. Poynter reported at least 14 AI posts from the White House X account during Trump’s second term. The images include various scenarios, like Trump depicted in different fictional scenarios. Additionally, there have been at least 11 more AI or edited images posted this year, including a recent post that manipulated a real photo.
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Zelenskyy’s “Groundhog Day” Warning: Frustration with Europe’s Inaction on Ukraine
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Europe’s slow and inadequate response to the ongoing conflict with Russia. He expressed frustration over the lack of decisive action, including slow defense spending, failure to enforce sanctions, and reluctance to utilize frozen assets to support Ukraine. Zelenskyy highlighted the need for Europe to become a stronger political force and mentioned his productive meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, who also suggested both sides are open to negotiations. Ongoing discussions regarding peace settlement are underway, with the future status of occupied Ukrainian territory and postwar security guarantees remaining key issues.
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Senate Democrat Warns of Terrifying ICE Policy, Calls for Action
Senate Democrat: Americans should be ‘terrified’ by ‘secret ICE policy’
It seems the sentiment is, we are already terrified. There’s a deep-seated fear and anger simmering, and the revelation of a “secret ICE policy” only fans the flames. It’s a feeling of betrayal, as if those elected to protect us are either complicit or powerless to stop the erosion of our rights. The core concern revolves around the expansion of government power, specifically the ability of ICE to potentially enter homes without warrants, circumventing judicial oversight. This action sets a dangerous precedent, threatening civil liberties for everyone, not just those targeted by immigration enforcement.… Continue reading
Trump Sparks Fury Over NATO Troop Front Line Claim
Downing Street responded to President Trump’s statements, asserting he was incorrect in downplaying the role of NATO and British troops in Afghanistan. Trump’s remarks suggested allies stayed away from the front lines, leading to outrage from veterans and families. The UK and other allies joined the US in Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks, with the conflict resulting in 457 British service personnel fatalities.
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