Delaney Hall, a new ICE detention center, has become the center of a political controversy after a showdown between federal officers and Democratic officials. Following an oversight visit, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver was indicted on charges related to impeding federal officers, charges which she contests. This prosecution is seen by many as a politically motivated action by the Trump administration, which has made threats against its political enemies. McIver, however, remains defiant, viewing the charges as a waste of taxpayer money and remains committed to representing her constituents.
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A federal judge has blocked the deportation of Kilmar Abrego García, an immigrant and father, after his detention by ICE. The judge ordered the Trump administration to keep Abrego García in the U.S. while considering legal challenges to his deportation to Uganda, a move which was strongly opposed. Despite this order, ICE arrested and began processing Abrego García for deportation. A hearing has been scheduled to address the lawsuit filed by his attorneys challenging the deportation, with the government agreeing to comply with the judge’s order.
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Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa accused US President Donald Trump of being “objectively a Soviet or Russian agent” during a speech, criticizing Trump’s approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict. De Sousa specifically pointed out Trump’s efforts to mediate peace, which he argued benefited Russia, and highlighted the lack of fulfilled promises regarding sanctions against the Kremlin. The Portuguese President believes Trump is attempting to negotiate only with Russia, neglecting Ukraine and its allies, and that Europe underestimated the shift in US policy under Trump’s leadership. Furthermore, it was noted that Trump is reportedly frustrated with the lack of progress in ending the war and blames others for the lack of a diplomatic success.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed concern that Donald Trump intends to remain in power, suggesting he doesn’t believe in fair elections. Newsom cited Trump’s actions, such as building a large ballroom, and an alleged private conversation about a third term as evidence for his claim. Furthermore, a recent poll revealed that a majority of Republicans support Trump running for a third term, despite its unconstitutionality. While Trump has made conflicting statements about his future, the governor’s remarks indicate that the possibility of him running for a third term is something to be taken seriously.
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Former President Barack Obama expressed concerns regarding the Trump administration’s increasing use of the military for domestic operations, citing threats to due process and civil liberties. His comments followed a Department of Homeland Security request for support from Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois for potential immigration crackdowns, mirroring President Trump’s recent deployment of National Guard troops elsewhere. Illinois leaders have vowed to resist any military mobilization in Chicago, with Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson opposing the presence of troops. This situation has led to political tensions, especially given Trump’s criticisms of Chicago’s crime rates and Pritzker’s response, with no official decisions made yet regarding the DHS request.
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President Macron is reportedly considering retaliatory measures against U.S. digital players due to concerns over digital rules perceived as discriminatory by the Trump administration. This comes after Trump threatened further tariffs on countries with digital rules that discriminate against U.S. companies, following a recent trade deal between the U.S. and the EU. While the EU has refrained from imposing countermeasures, Macron has been a vocal advocate for a tougher stance on trade with the U.S. Macron plans to discuss the issue with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz this week to assess the situation.
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Dr. Demetre Daskalakis has resigned from the CDC, citing irreconcilable ethical and scientific concerns with the Trump administration’s policies. He condemned the sidelining of career scientists, withholding of data, and the manipulation of immunization schedules, warning that such actions threaten public health. Daskalakis highlighted the administration’s efforts to erase transgender populations and cease critical HIV programming as further reasons for his departure. This resignation follows a cascade of exits at the CDC, including the ousting of the CDC Director, and reflects growing tensions between career scientists and the Trump administration.
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In a solo opinion, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the Supreme Court’s handling of the Trump administration’s legal battles, likening it to a game of “Calvinball” where the administration always prevails. Jackson described the NIH case as the latest instance of the court favoring the Executive Branch, highlighting the potential consequences for both the law and the public. This statement marked a departure from her colleagues, as she did not have the support of the other Democratic appointees. Jackson expressed hope that affected parties could maintain their claims long enough for the court to reconsider its stance.
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Portuguese President Calls Trump a Russian Agent
Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa accused US President Donald Trump of being “objectively a Soviet or Russian agent” during a speech, criticizing Trump’s approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict. De Sousa specifically pointed out Trump’s efforts to mediate peace, which he argued benefited Russia, and highlighted the lack of fulfilled promises regarding sanctions against the Kremlin. The Portuguese President believes Trump is attempting to negotiate only with Russia, neglecting Ukraine and its allies, and that Europe underestimated the shift in US policy under Trump’s leadership. Furthermore, it was noted that Trump is reportedly frustrated with the lack of progress in ending the war and blames others for the lack of a diplomatic success.
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