Despite a federal judge’s order halting their deportation, over 200 Venezuelans, allegedly members of the Tren de Aragua gang, were flown from the US to El Salvador’s maximum-security Cecot prison. The US government, citing the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, maintained the deportations were lawful as they occurred before the order was issued. This action has drawn criticism from rights groups who allege a violation of due process and racist targeting, while Venezuela condemned the invocation of the historic law. The Department of Justice has appealed the judge’s ruling.
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Federal immigration authorities arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, at his university apartment. The Department of Homeland Security cited President Trump’s executive orders against anti-Semitism, alleging Khalil’s involvement in Hamas-aligned activities, though providing no specific charges. This arrest follows President Trump’s vow to deport foreign students participating in anti-Israel protests and the administration’s reduction of funding to Columbia University. Khalil’s attorney stated that the arrest is a violation of due process and will be challenged in court.
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Luigi Mangione’s attorney is vehemently criticizing the police and the mayor for what they perceive as a blatant attempt to exploit the accused CEO killer for political gain. The attorney argues that the highly publicized “perp walk,” with Mangione surrounded by a significant police presence, is nothing more than a cynical ploy designed to influence public opinion and potentially prejudice any future jury.
The attorney contends that this theatrical display serves no legitimate law enforcement purpose. They point out the excessive nature of the security detail, suggesting it’s intended to portray Mangione as an exceptionally dangerous individual, far beyond what’s warranted based on the charges.… Continue reading
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