In Iowa, a Native American woman was mistakenly issued an ICE detainer in her jail file, despite proving her U.S. citizenship, which nearly resulted in a wrongful transfer. The incident, involving a 24-year-old from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, exposed the potential for errors within the 287(g) program, where local law enforcement assists ICE. While the Polk County Sheriff’s Office acknowledged the error, the Department of Homeland Security vehemently denies the detainer, creating conflicting accounts. Jacobo’s family is considering legal action, raising further questions about the program and potential racial profiling within the system.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the 19 soldiers awarded Medals of Honor for their actions at Wounded Knee in 1890 will retain their awards. This decision follows a review ordered by Hegseth’s predecessor, Lloyd Austin, in response to congressional recommendations. The review panel concluded that the soldiers deserved the medals despite the historical context of the event, where the U.S. Army killed approximately 250 Native Americans. This decision aligns with Hegseth’s broader actions, including restoring Confederate-linked names and memorials in the military, and echoes a White House executive order that discouraged reinterpretations of American history.
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In an attempt to shift focus from scrutiny surrounding his administration, Donald Trump is advocating for the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians to revert to their previous team names, the “Redskins” and “Indians,” respectively, which are considered offensive by many. Trump posted on Truth Social, arguing that there is a “big clamoring” for the change and threatened to interfere with the Commanders’ stadium plans if they do not comply. Despite previously stating he would not have changed the name, Trump’s recent statements include the use of a slogan that suggests a political intent. The teams have already changed their names due to public backlash, while the Cleveland Indians have replaced their name with the Cleveland Guardians after hearing the experiences of Native American people.
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After serving 50 years of a life sentence for the killing of two FBI agents, Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist who has always maintained his innocence, was released from prison on Tuesday. President Biden commuted his sentence, allowing Peltier, whose health has been declining, to serve his remaining time under home confinement in his native North Dakota. His release has been met with celebrations from Indigenous advocacy groups but condemnation from law enforcement, citing concerns about his lack of remorse. The case, long debated due to contested evidence and accusations of prosecutorial misconduct, continues to raise questions about justice and the treatment of Native Americans.
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President Biden commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist imprisoned for nearly 50 years following a trial marred by misconduct and suppressed evidence. Peltier, now 80 and in poor health, will serve the remainder of his sentence under home confinement. His conviction stemmed from a 1975 shootout where two FBI agents were killed, despite a lack of evidence directly linking Peltier to the crime. This act of clemency follows years of advocacy from tribal leaders, lawmakers, and human rights figures, addressing long-standing concerns about the injustice of Peltier’s case.
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ICE Under Scrutiny for Targeting Native Americans for Deportation
In Iowa, a Native American woman was mistakenly issued an ICE detainer in her jail file, despite proving her U.S. citizenship, which nearly resulted in a wrongful transfer. The incident, involving a 24-year-old from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, exposed the potential for errors within the 287(g) program, where local law enforcement assists ICE. While the Polk County Sheriff’s Office acknowledged the error, the Department of Homeland Security vehemently denies the detainer, creating conflicting accounts. Jacobo’s family is considering legal action, raising further questions about the program and potential racial profiling within the system.
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Hegseth Defends Medals of Honor for Wounded Knee Soldiers, Sparks Outrage
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the 19 soldiers awarded Medals of Honor for their actions at Wounded Knee in 1890 will retain their awards. This decision follows a review ordered by Hegseth’s predecessor, Lloyd Austin, in response to congressional recommendations. The review panel concluded that the soldiers deserved the medals despite the historical context of the event, where the U.S. Army killed approximately 250 Native Americans. This decision aligns with Hegseth’s broader actions, including restoring Confederate-linked names and memorials in the military, and echoes a White House executive order that discouraged reinterpretations of American history.
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Trump Demands Racist Team Names, Likely as Epstein Files Distraction
In an attempt to shift focus from scrutiny surrounding his administration, Donald Trump is advocating for the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians to revert to their previous team names, the “Redskins” and “Indians,” respectively, which are considered offensive by many. Trump posted on Truth Social, arguing that there is a “big clamoring” for the change and threatened to interfere with the Commanders’ stadium plans if they do not comply. Despite previously stating he would not have changed the name, Trump’s recent statements include the use of a slogan that suggests a political intent. The teams have already changed their names due to public backlash, while the Cleveland Indians have replaced their name with the Cleveland Guardians after hearing the experiences of Native American people.
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Biden Commutes Peltier’s Life Sentence: Native American Activist Freed After Decades in Prison
After serving 50 years of a life sentence for the killing of two FBI agents, Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist who has always maintained his innocence, was released from prison on Tuesday. President Biden commuted his sentence, allowing Peltier, whose health has been declining, to serve his remaining time under home confinement in his native North Dakota. His release has been met with celebrations from Indigenous advocacy groups but condemnation from law enforcement, citing concerns about his lack of remorse. The case, long debated due to contested evidence and accusations of prosecutorial misconduct, continues to raise questions about justice and the treatment of Native Americans.
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Biden Grants Clemency to Leonard Peltier After Nearly 50 Years in Prison
President Biden commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist imprisoned for nearly 50 years following a trial marred by misconduct and suppressed evidence. Peltier, now 80 and in poor health, will serve the remainder of his sentence under home confinement. His conviction stemmed from a 1975 shootout where two FBI agents were killed, despite a lack of evidence directly linking Peltier to the crime. This act of clemency follows years of advocacy from tribal leaders, lawmakers, and human rights figures, addressing long-standing concerns about the injustice of Peltier’s case.
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