In Minneapolis, a federal judge has ruled that immigration enforcement officers cannot detain or use tear gas on peaceful protesters who are not obstructing authorities. The ruling, stemming from a case filed by six activists observing Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations, addresses clashes that have occurred since an immigration crackdown began last month. The judge’s decision specifically prohibits the detention of drivers and passengers without reasonable suspicion of obstruction, and also prevents arrests without probable cause. This ruling comes amidst another lawsuit filed by the state of Minnesota and two cities seeking to suspend the crackdown.
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Former President Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis, Minnesota, due to anti-ICE protests following the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent. Trump’s social media posts and the presence of federal agents, who critics call an “occupation,” have led to escalating tensions. Democratic representatives, such as Ilhan Omar and Kelly Morrison, have criticized the actions as a deliberate attempt to provoke unrest, with the ultimate goal of justifying a violent crackdown. Though Trump claimed “many” presidents have used the act, it has been infrequently invoked, and its use is controversial, particularly when it comes to deploying active-duty forces to Democratic-led cities.
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Amid rising tensions and protests in Minneapolis, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem defended ICE agents’ actions, stating that they may request identification during targeted enforcement operations. She insisted that all actions taken by ICE officers adhere to legal protocols. Noem’s comments followed reports of federal agents detaining U.S. citizens, including incidents caught on video. Furthermore, she did not advise Americans to carry proof of citizenship, and stated that the agents were doing everything correctly.
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President Trump stated Wednesday, citing “good authority,” that executions in Iran have stopped, despite Tehran indicating fast trials and executions for detained protesters. The president did not specify the source of his information, only describing it as coming from “very important sources on the other side.” Trump’s claims come after promising aid to protesting Iranians, but he offered no details on potential U.S. action. Iranian officials have since signaled a “decisive response” to any U.S. or Israeli intervention, while reports from a U.S.-based human rights agency detail thousands of deaths.
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During a protest in Santa Ana, a Department of Homeland Security agent fired a nonlethal round at a demonstrator, leaving him permanently blind in one eye. The victim, Kaden Rummler, underwent surgery to remove shrapnel from his face, including a piece near a carotid artery, and suffered a fractured skull. The incident occurred during a demonstration against the killing of Renee Good, with videos showing agents firing at protesters. Law enforcement experts have criticized the use of force, while Homeland Security officials have defended their actions.
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SpaceX, under Elon Musk, has begun providing free Starlink internet access to users in Iran, where the government has severely restricted internet access amid ongoing anti-government protests. This initiative follows discussions between Musk and former US President Trump, aiming to offer an alternative means of communication. While the service provides crucial access to information, especially regarding human rights violations, it is limited in scope and faces the possibility of being jammed by the Iranian regime. Despite these challenges, there’s been a surge in demand for Starlink in Iran, with approximately 50,000 receivers providing a crucial link to the outside world.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on global leaders to intervene in Iran, urging support for the Iranian people amid widespread protests against the regime. Zelenskyy believes the unrest signals further complications for Russia, emphasizing that the world must seize the opportunity for change. The protests, sparked by economic hardship, have escalated into violence, resulting in numerous casualties and arrests. With the US considering potential responses, both the US Department of State and the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs have advised their citizens to evacuate Iran.
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President Trump has announced the cancellation of all meetings with Iranian officials. This decision follows a violent crackdown on protestors, with Trump also expressing support for the Iranian people by stating that “help is on its way.” The President’s change of stance comes after previously indicating a willingness to negotiate. The White House is also considering options ranging from diplomacy to military action.
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Amidst escalating international condemnation of Iran’s crackdown on recent demonstrations, the European Parliament has taken action. President Roberta Metsola announced a ban on all Iranian diplomats, government officials, and representatives from entering Parliament premises. This decision follows Metsola’s expression of support for the protesters and consideration of further EU sanctions. The EU is also exploring measures like designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, with the situation in Iran continuing to deteriorate as protests persist.
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Following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, several Republican officials prioritized defending the shooter and criticizing dissent. Representative Roger Williams of Texas urged citizens to cease demonstrations and become “civil,” suggesting that such actions provoked the incident. Similarly, Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas emphasized the importance of following federal officer instructions, while Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem questioned the rationale behind disputing a president perceived as focused on safety. These statements reflect a broader trend within the party to suppress dissent and defend law enforcement.
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Judge Blocks ICE Tactics Against Minneapolis Protesters, Raising Enforcement Concerns
In Minneapolis, a federal judge has ruled that immigration enforcement officers cannot detain or use tear gas on peaceful protesters who are not obstructing authorities. The ruling, stemming from a case filed by six activists observing Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations, addresses clashes that have occurred since an immigration crackdown began last month. The judge’s decision specifically prohibits the detention of drivers and passengers without reasonable suspicion of obstruction, and also prevents arrests without probable cause. This ruling comes amidst another lawsuit filed by the state of Minnesota and two cities seeking to suspend the crackdown.
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Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Over Minnesota Protests, Citing ICE Attacks
Former President Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis, Minnesota, due to anti-ICE protests following the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent. Trump’s social media posts and the presence of federal agents, who critics call an “occupation,” have led to escalating tensions. Democratic representatives, such as Ilhan Omar and Kelly Morrison, have criticized the actions as a deliberate attempt to provoke unrest, with the ultimate goal of justifying a violent crackdown. Though Trump claimed “many” presidents have used the act, it has been infrequently invoked, and its use is controversial, particularly when it comes to deploying active-duty forces to Democratic-led cities.
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ICE Barbie Sparks Outrage: Americans Must Prepare to Prove Citizenship
Amid rising tensions and protests in Minneapolis, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem defended ICE agents’ actions, stating that they may request identification during targeted enforcement operations. She insisted that all actions taken by ICE officers adhere to legal protocols. Noem’s comments followed reports of federal agents detaining U.S. citizens, including incidents caught on video. Furthermore, she did not advise Americans to carry proof of citizenship, and stated that the agents were doing everything correctly.
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Trump’s Iran Claims Scorned Amid Fears of Deception and Executions
President Trump stated Wednesday, citing “good authority,” that executions in Iran have stopped, despite Tehran indicating fast trials and executions for detained protesters. The president did not specify the source of his information, only describing it as coming from “very important sources on the other side.” Trump’s claims come after promising aid to protesting Iranians, but he offered no details on potential U.S. action. Iranian officials have since signaled a “decisive response” to any U.S. or Israeli intervention, while reports from a U.S.-based human rights agency detail thousands of deaths.
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Anti-ICE Protester Blinded by Federal Agent in Santa Ana: Family Says
During a protest in Santa Ana, a Department of Homeland Security agent fired a nonlethal round at a demonstrator, leaving him permanently blind in one eye. The victim, Kaden Rummler, underwent surgery to remove shrapnel from his face, including a piece near a carotid artery, and suffered a fractured skull. The incident occurred during a demonstration against the killing of Renee Good, with videos showing agents firing at protesters. Law enforcement experts have criticized the use of force, while Homeland Security officials have defended their actions.
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Starlink Offers Free Internet in Iran Amidst Regime Crackdown
SpaceX, under Elon Musk, has begun providing free Starlink internet access to users in Iran, where the government has severely restricted internet access amid ongoing anti-government protests. This initiative follows discussions between Musk and former US President Trump, aiming to offer an alternative means of communication. While the service provides crucial access to information, especially regarding human rights violations, it is limited in scope and faces the possibility of being jammed by the Iranian regime. Despite these challenges, there’s been a surge in demand for Starlink in Iran, with approximately 50,000 receivers providing a crucial link to the outside world.
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Zelenskyy Urges World to Support Iranian Protests Amid Drone Crisis
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on global leaders to intervene in Iran, urging support for the Iranian people amid widespread protests against the regime. Zelenskyy believes the unrest signals further complications for Russia, emphasizing that the world must seize the opportunity for change. The protests, sparked by economic hardship, have escalated into violence, resulting in numerous casualties and arrests. With the US considering potential responses, both the US Department of State and the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs have advised their citizens to evacuate Iran.
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Trump Cancels Iran Meetings, Promises Protestors “Help” Amid Escalating Tensions
President Trump has announced the cancellation of all meetings with Iranian officials. This decision follows a violent crackdown on protestors, with Trump also expressing support for the Iranian people by stating that “help is on its way.” The President’s change of stance comes after previously indicating a willingness to negotiate. The White House is also considering options ranging from diplomacy to military action.
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European Parliament Bans Iranian Diplomats Amidst Human Rights Concerns
Amidst escalating international condemnation of Iran’s crackdown on recent demonstrations, the European Parliament has taken action. President Roberta Metsola announced a ban on all Iranian diplomats, government officials, and representatives from entering Parliament premises. This decision follows Metsola’s expression of support for the protesters and consideration of further EU sanctions. The EU is also exploring measures like designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, with the situation in Iran continuing to deteriorate as protests persist.
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Republicans Condemn Protests, Intensifying Opposition to Dissent
Following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, several Republican officials prioritized defending the shooter and criticizing dissent. Representative Roger Williams of Texas urged citizens to cease demonstrations and become “civil,” suggesting that such actions provoked the incident. Similarly, Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas emphasized the importance of following federal officer instructions, while Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem questioned the rationale behind disputing a president perceived as focused on safety. These statements reflect a broader trend within the party to suppress dissent and defend law enforcement.
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