An 82-year-old Chilean national, Luis Leon, was detained by ICE after losing his green card and was subsequently moved to Guatemala, leaving his family to search for him for weeks. Initial attempts to locate Leon included contacting various agencies and even a morgue after the family was falsely told he was deceased. This week, the family learned of his relocation and hospitalization in Guatemala City, with his granddaughter planning a visit, and it is currently unclear why he was sent there. Leon was granted political asylum in 1987 and has a clean record, yet his case reflects a broader issue as over 56,800 individuals are currently held in ICE detention, with the majority having no criminal convictions.
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A viral video captured Capitol Police arresting and zip-tying the wrists of wheelchair-bound protesters demonstrating against cuts to Medicaid proposed in Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” currently before the Senate. The peaceful protesters, organized by Popular Democracy, were chanting against the cuts, with some briefly displaying a banner. Capitol Police confirmed 33 arrests inside the congressional building, where protesting is illegal. The proposed legislation, which has already passed the House, faces significant opposition due to its Medicaid cuts, including new stipulations for beneficiaries.
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The Low Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which aids 6.2 million Americans with heating and cooling costs, faces potential elimination. Despite Congress allocating $4.1 billion this fiscal year, the Trump administration dismissed the program’s staff, leaving $378 million undistributed. This jeopardizes vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, who face increased health risks from extreme temperatures due to unaffordable energy costs. Eliminating LIHEAP would exacerbate this problem, potentially leading to increased heat-related deaths and hospitalizations.
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The assertion that only fraudsters would complain about a missed Social Security check reveals a profound disconnect from the realities faced by millions of Americans. This statement ignores the fundamental truth that for many, Social Security is not a supplemental income stream, but the sole source of funds for basic necessities like food, shelter, and medication.
For countless seniors and disabled individuals, the monthly Social Security check is the lifeline that keeps them afloat, preventing homelessness and hunger. To suggest that a delay or non-payment wouldn’t elicit complaints demonstrates a breathtaking lack of empathy and understanding of the financial struggles faced by vulnerable populations.… Continue reading
A 17-year-old Donald Trump supporter was arrested after allegedly punching a 70-year-old woman attending a rally in support of Vice President Kamala Harris. The boy was charged with battery on a person aged 65 or over. The woman, Kathleen Tomasko, claimed she didn’t provoke him and didn’t see him coming. Witnesses reported the youth was walking away from another confrontation with another Harris supporter when he struck Tomasko. The incident took place in Stuart, Florida, at an event which was part of the nationwide Women’s March campaign.
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An 85-year-old woman faced a harrowing home invasion where she was handcuffed to a chair by a robber who had hit her in the head. Despite her hazy memory of the events, it’s clear that she was in a terrifying situation. Her adult disabled son, who was also in the home, seemingly slept through the attack or was unable to assist. The robber, dressed in a military jacket and ski mask, held her at gunpoint and demanded to know where her valuables were kept. The situation escalated when the robber discovered her son and threatened to kill her.
In a moment of sheer bravery and survival instinct, this incredible woman decided it was “now or never” and grabbed her .357 Magnum revolver that was under her pillow.… Continue reading
I can’t help but feel a deep sense of sadness and frustration when I read about the story of Rongxin Liao, the 87-year-old crime victim who has decided to move back to China after enduring multiple vicious attacks in San Francisco. It’s disheartening to see that someone who has lived a long and full life is forced to leave behind the place they once called home due to the rising public safety concerns.
As I try to comprehend the motives behind these assaults, I find myself grappling with the concept of humanity. How can someone find it within themselves to randomly assault an elderly person, let alone someone as frail and vulnerable as Rongxin Liao?… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood