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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US House passes stopgap DHS funding bill after Republicans reject Senate deal

House Republicans rejected a bipartisan Senate deal, passing their own funding measure for the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a budget standoff.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Senate votes to fund most of DHS. And, Trump extends Iran's deadline to reopen strait

The Senate voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending a 42-day standoff over immigration enforcement tactics.
Washington DC
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

White House wants DHS reopen for World Cup

Reopening the Department of Homeland Security is essential for national security and World Cup preparations after a recent assassination attempt on President Trump.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

Senate advances plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security with a 50-48 vote, funding immigration enforcement despite Democratic opposition.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Republicans in Congress say they have a deal to end the record-long shutdown at DHS

Republican leadership has revived a plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security after a 47-day funding lapse, excluding ICE and Border Patrol initially.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US House passes stopgap DHS funding bill after Republicans reject Senate deal

House Republicans rejected a bipartisan Senate deal, passing their own funding measure for the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a budget standoff.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Senate votes to fund most of DHS. And, Trump extends Iran's deadline to reopen strait

The Senate voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending a 42-day standoff over immigration enforcement tactics.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

GOP Senator Calls for Nuking Filibuster to Fund DHS After Attempted Trump Killing: Moment of National Danger'

Senator Ron Johnson advocates for eliminating the filibuster to fund the Department of Homeland Security amid national security concerns following an assassination attempt on Trump.
#immigration-enforcement
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The federal agents deployed in Trump's immigration crackdown visualized

The Trump administration's immigration enforcement escalates in Minneapolis, marking a significant operation that impacts families and communities across the US.
#immigration
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
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Trump's border czar says ICE agents could guard exits and check IDs at airport screening areas as long lines plague travelers | Fortune

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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Senate Republicans advance $140bn plan to fund Trump immigration crackdown amid DHS shutdown

Senate Republicans approved a budget plan to fund Trump's immigration agencies and end the DHS shutdown.
US politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

Immigration officials have spent $1.074 billion on warehouses for housing immigrants, facing significant opposition and scrutiny over contracts.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Trump's border czar says ICE agents could guard exits and check IDs at airport screening areas as long lines plague travelers | Fortune

Federal immigration agents are deployed to U.S. airports to alleviate security line congestion amid a government shutdown affecting TSA workers.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Senate GOP is kickstarting budget reconciliation to fund ICE. Here's how that works.

Senate Republicans introduced a budget resolution to fund immigration enforcement agencies amid a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
#protest
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

An immigration agent shot out his eye at a 'No Kings' rally. His lawyers plan to file claim against Homeland Security

A USC student was shot and blinded by a DHS officer during a protest, prompting a federal civil rights lawsuit against the agency.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Teen who went to photograph L.A. 'No Kings' rally shot, blinded by Homeland Security agent, attorney says

A USC freshman lost his eye after being shot by a DHS agent during a protest in Los Angeles.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

An immigration agent shot out his eye at a 'No Kings' rally. His lawyers plan to file claim against Homeland Security

A USC student was shot and blinded by a DHS officer during a protest, prompting a federal civil rights lawsuit against the agency.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Teen who went to photograph L.A. 'No Kings' rally shot, blinded by Homeland Security agent, attorney says

A USC freshman lost his eye after being shot by a DHS agent during a protest in Los Angeles.
Washington DC
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'We have to be able to walk and chew gum' on government spending, says budget chairman, addressing both debt crisis and national security demands | Fortune

The U.S. government faces funding challenges for mandatory spending and military endeavors, with disagreements over DHS funding complicating the budget process.
SF politics
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

New Trump Administration Budget Cuts $707M from CISA Funding

The 2027 budget includes significant funding shifts for DHS, with cuts to CISA aimed at refocusing its mission on critical infrastructure defense.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

ABC's Jon Karl Battles Sen. Chris Van Hollen on DHS Shutdown

Democrats are demanding reforms in ICE operations while negotiating funding for the Department of Homeland Security during the ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

House GOP Holds DHS Hostage for More ICE Funding

House Republicans resist reopening DHS despite Trump's order, delaying funding until they see progress on reconciliation.
#congress
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago
US politics

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US politics

Congress loses a flying perk as DHS shutdown continues

Members of Congress will lose special flight services from Delta Airlines due to the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
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fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Congress loses a flying perk as DHS shutdown continues

Members of Congress will lose special flight services from Delta Airlines due to the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

What Was Behind the T.S.A. Meltdown?

The airport experience deteriorated due to unpaid T.S.A. agents, leading to unprecedented wait times and chaos for travelers.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The Justice Department plans to share sensitive voter data with Homeland Security

The DOJ plans to share voter registration data with DHS for citizenship verification, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Suggest Turning Around': House Republican Jabs GOP Senate Leader Heading for the Airport

House GOP rejects Senate bill for TSA funding, seeking a clean continuing resolution instead.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

GOP Rep Declares Senate Republicans Failed the American People' After Not Fully Funding DHS

Rep. Mark Harris criticizes Senate Republicans for failing to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security, particularly ICE and Border Patrol.
#markwayne-mullin
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

Rep. Delia Ramirez Calls for Dismantling "Agency of Terror" as Markwayne Mullin Takes Over DHS

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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Kristi Noem is Gone. Now Mass Deportations Can Really Begin.

Markwayne Mullin's appointment as DHS secretary signals a shift towards a more conciliatory approach while maintaining the administration's mass-deportation goals.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Rep. Delia Ramirez Calls for Dismantling "Agency of Terror" as Markwayne Mullin Takes Over DHS

Markwayne Mullin is the new Secretary of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem amid a partial government shutdown and calls for immigration reform.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Senate confirms brawler Markwayne Mullin to lead Homeland Security Department after Kristi Noem

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, raising concerns over his record on LGBTQ+ rights and controversial behavior.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

White House turns down Elon Musk's offer to cover TSA pay during the partial government shutdown

"We greatly appreciate Elon's generous offer. This would pose great legal challenges due to his involvement with federal government contracts. The fastest way to ensure TSA employees and all DHS employees get paid is for Democrats to fund the Department of Homeland Security."
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fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump Caves on DHS Shutdown, Bets Agenda on Risky Plan B

Donald Trump has shifted to support Senate Republicans in reopening non-immigration functions of the Department of Homeland Security.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

ICE Is Paying the Salaries of This Town's Entire Police Force

Emails from ICE to the police chief in Carroll reveal the financial incentives for joining the 287(g) program, including up to $7,500 for equipment for each officer and $100,000 for vehicle purchases.
Non-profit organizations
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Day Around the Bay: Suspect at Large After Civic Center Stabbing

A stabbing occurred in Civic Center, with the suspect at large and the victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Joe Scarborough Baffled by Markwayne Mullin's Cheering for the Criminal Assault' of Rand Paul: Why Can't He Just Apologize?'

Secretary of Homeland Security nominee Markwayne Mullin refused to apologize for justifying the criminal assault on Senator Rand Paul, prompting criticism from media figures about the lack of accountability in confirmation hearings.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

House Dems Open Probe into Kristi Noem's DHS Shadow-in-Chief' Corey Lewandowski

We demand DHS preserve all communications and internal records concerning Mr. Lewandowski's role within the Department, as well as the Department's practices, policies, and procedures related to contracting, personnel, and the handling of classified materials. Any deviation from standard record-keeping will be treated as an attempt to hide or destroy evidence.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's DHS pick, Markwayne Mullin, never served in military but talks as if he did

Senator Markwayne Mullin, nominated to lead the Department of Homeland Security, has never served in the military but frequently speaks as if he has combat experience in public interviews.
Non-profit organizations
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Trump's Cabinet

Government waste, fraud, and abuse exist more substantially than previously believed, as evidenced by luxury aircraft purchases and other recent spending examples.
#kristi-noem
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Kristi Noem Show Is Cancelled

Kristi Noem was removed as Secretary of Homeland Security following accusations of fiscal mismanagement and self-promotion during Trump's second term.
fromJezebel
2 months ago
US politics

Kristi Noem Told Coast Guard to Abandon Search Mission to Use Plane for Her 'Alien Expulsion Operations'

US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Kristi Noem Show Is Cancelled

Kristi Noem was removed as Secretary of Homeland Security following accusations of fiscal mismanagement and self-promotion during Trump's second term.
fromJezebel
2 months ago
US politics

Kristi Noem Told Coast Guard to Abandon Search Mission to Use Plane for Her 'Alien Expulsion Operations'

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fromJezebel
1 month ago

Your Pets Might Be Safer Under Markwayne Mullin Than Kristi Noem-But That's About It

Senator Markwayne Mullin, Trump's pick to replace Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security, holds extreme anti-abortion views and poses significant risks to reproductive rights for detained immigrants.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: SNL Cold Open Rips Kristi Noem, Pete Hegseth

Saturday Night Live mocked Kristi Noem's departure from the Department of Homeland Security through sketches targeting her dog shooting incident and alleged affair with Corey Lewandowski.
#cabinet-reshuffle
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Karoline Leavitt Tells Fox Trump Is Very Excited' About New DHS Head After Noem Ouster

Senator Markwayne Mullin replaces Secretary Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary, while Noem moves to State Department to lead the Shield of Americas initiative against trafficking and cartels.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why did Trump fire Kristi Noem as DHS secretary; who is Markwayne Mullin?

Kristi Noem is replaced as DHS Secretary by Senator Markwayne Mullin, with Noem transitioning to lead the new Shield of the Americas security initiative effective March 31.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Karoline Leavitt Tells Fox Trump Is Very Excited' About New DHS Head After Noem Ouster

Senator Markwayne Mullin replaces Secretary Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary, while Noem moves to State Department to lead the Shield of Americas initiative against trafficking and cartels.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why did Trump fire Kristi Noem as DHS secretary; who is Markwayne Mullin?

Kristi Noem is replaced as DHS Secretary by Senator Markwayne Mullin, with Noem transitioning to lead the new Shield of the Americas security initiative effective March 31.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Senators demand return of deported California DACA recipient

A California woman with active DACA protection was detained at her green card interview and deported within 24 hours, prompting senators to call for her return by the Department of Homeland Security.
#trump-administration
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Good riddance to Kristi Noem. Her replacement won't be an improvement | Moira Donegan

Donald Trump fired Kristi Noem as secretary of homeland security via Truth Social while she was giving a press briefing, offering her a new position as Envoy to the Shield of the Americas.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

The 7 Craziest Moments From Markwayne Mullin, Trump's Pick to Lead Homeland Security

President Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security after removing Kristi Noem from the position.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Good riddance to Kristi Noem. Her replacement won't be an improvement | Moira Donegan

Donald Trump fired Kristi Noem as secretary of homeland security via Truth Social while she was giving a press briefing, offering her a new position as Envoy to the Shield of the Americas.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

The 7 Craziest Moments From Markwayne Mullin, Trump's Pick to Lead Homeland Security

President Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security after removing Kristi Noem from the position.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The First Cabinet Casualty of Trump's Second Term Is Here. It's a Good One.

Donald Trump removed Kristi Noem as Department of Homeland Security head after congressional criticism over ICE misconduct and wasteful spending, replacing her with Sen. Markwayne Mullin.
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fromKqed
1 month ago

Trump Fires Kristi Noem as DHS Chief, Names Sen. Markwayne Mullin to Replace Her | KQED

Trump nominates Markwayne Mullin, a former MMA fighter and Native American senator, as Secretary of Homeland Security to replace Kristi Noem, who faced bipartisan criticism over immigration enforcement operations.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

BREAKING: Trump Announces Noem Is OUT at DHS Names Her Replacement

President Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin as DHS Secretary, replacing Kristi Noem, who will become Special Envoy for The Shield of the Americas following backlash over immigration policies.
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fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Trump's CISA nominee to exit Coast Guard role, but still in running to lead cyber agency

Sean Plankey, Trump's nominee to lead CISA, is departing the Department of Homeland Security after serving as a Coast Guard advisor, though he remains expected to be confirmed for the cybersecurity agency position.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Top US body-camera maker reports record revenue amid Trump immigration crackdown

Asked by investors about his biggest worries, CEO Rick Smith said: A misstep around privacy and data handling. Without elaborating on specific examples, he said: We are seeing that those are concerns right now out in the public. I think that would be one where we could make a mistake that would have outsized negative consequences.
Privacy professionals
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

How SFO responded to the Trump admin suspending TSA PreCheck

TSA PreCheck remains operational with no change for the traveling public
Travel
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Police in Idaho search for suspect who stole ambulance, drove into building that houses DHS offices

A stolen ambulance was doused with an accelerant and driven into a Meridian building housing DHS offices; suspect fled after failing to ignite it.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Trump's Deportation Warehouse System Already Matches a Very Specific Period in History

The U.S. is converting megawarehouses into large-scale detention centers to expand deportation capacity under a multibillion-dollar, concentration-camp–like system.
#cardi-b
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Promotes Kid Accused of 'White Nationalist Rhetoric'

A 21-year-old social media manager received a major promotion within President Donald Trump's administration despite raising concerns over his alleged white nationalist rhetoric, according to a new report. The New York Times reported on Thursday that 21-year-old Peyton Rollins was brought over to the Department of Homeland Security this month to help run their social media. This follows Rollins making a splash with his social media work over at the Department of Labor, work that caused concern among a number of colleagues.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

NFL confirms that ICE will not be present at the Super Bowl

ICE will not conduct immigration enforcement operations during the Super Bowl; DHS agencies other than ICE will provide security support.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US: Trump signs bill ending partial government shutdown

President Trump signed a budget package ending a partial shutdown and funding most agencies until September; DHS receives only temporary funding through February 13.
US news
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

No ICE immigration operations planned in Bay Area during Super Bowl, officials say

No ICE enforcement is planned during Super Bowl week; DHS and federal law enforcement will increase presence to support SEAR 1 security plans.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

DHS Seeks to Convert Giant Warehouses Across US Into Immigration Jails

The federal government is purchasing 23 warehouses to convert into immigration detention centers that could hold up to 80,000 people across 18 states.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Judge blocks US gov't move to end deportation protections for Ethiopians

A federal judge temporarily blocked the termination of Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, delaying a February 13 deadline while DHS records are produced.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

DHS keeps making false claims about people. It's part of a broader pattern

Border Patrol agents shot Marimar Martinez while she drove away; DHS labeled her a 'domestic terrorist' and officials amplified inaccurate allegations.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Blurred Lines Between ICE and the Proud Boys

Federal immigration enforcement has deployed armed agents using militia-like tactics to intimidate immigrants and confront protesters, reducing street activity by extremist groups.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Democrats and the White House reach an agreement to avoid a partial US government shutdown

A funding deal separates DHS, advances roughly 75% of federal spending, and extends Homeland Security funding temporarily to avoid a partial government shutdown.
#alex-pretti
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
US politics

NY Times, Wall St. Journal Run In-Depth Analyses of Shooting Video Both Conclude Footage Seems to Contradicts Govt. Account

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
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NY Times, Wall St. Journal Run In-Depth Analyses of Shooting Video Both Conclude Footage Seems to Contradicts Govt. Account

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

DHS confirms Super Bowl security role amid fears of ICE enforcement but details remain unclear

The lack of specificity has led to questions locally about whether immigration enforcement could be part of the federal role, despite the department's long-standing involvement in large-scale event security. In a statement, Tricia McLaughlin, an assistant secretary at DHS, said the department is committed to working with our local and federal partners to ensure the Super Bowl is safe for everyone involved, as we do with every major sporting event,
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

John Fetterman Nukes Kristi Noem With Damning Biden Comparison on Fox News

.@POTUS @realDonaldTrump: I make a direct appeal to immediately fire @Sec_Noem. Americans have died. She is betraying DHS's core mission and trashing your border security legacy. DO NOT make the mistake President Biden made for not firing a grossly incompetent DHS Secretary.
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#impeachment
fromAxios
3 months ago
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Hakeem Jeffries' threat to Trump: Fire Kristi Noem or we move to impeachment

fromAxios
3 months ago
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Hakeem Jeffries' threat to Trump: Fire Kristi Noem or we move to impeachment

fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

ICE's No. 1 Ally

On Saturday, the same day that federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti on a Minneapolis street, the Justice Department sent a letter to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The letter did not have anything to say about the violence caused by the Department of Homeland Security's presence in the state. Nor did it offer Minnesota any assistance in the investigation of Pretti's death or that of Renee Good's just more than two weeks earlier.
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fromJezebel
3 months ago

DHS Is Reviewing Body Cam Footage of Alex Pretti Shooting. If Only We Could Trust That Video.

Border Patrol agents wore body cameras during Alex Pretti’s killing, highlighting federal resistance to body cameras, raising questions about investigation credibility and politicized reactions.
US politics
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Trump Admin Warns FEMA Not to Talk About "Ice" in Winter Storm Because They're Scared People Will Use the Clips to Make Fun of ICE

Homeland Security told FEMA to avoid the word "ice" in storm messaging to prevent confusion and online mockery linked to ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
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fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

LGBTQ+ pols, horrified by latest killing, say Homeland Security and ICE must be reined in

LGBTQ+ elected officials call for defunding parts of DHS after a Customs and Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti during Minneapolis protests.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fox News Reporter: Tear Gas Has Been Completely Ineffective' Against Protesters Only Causing More Turmoil' in Chaotic Minneapolis Streets

Federal agents' tear gas failed to disperse Minneapolis protesters, escalating clashes after Border Patrol fatally shot a man who allegedly approached agents with a handgun.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

A deadly standoff in 1992 changed federal use-of-force rules. Here's why it matters

Federal use-of-force policies face limited bipartisan scrutiny after Renee Macklin Good's death, echoing Ruby Ridge's reforms following excessive federal force.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

ICE Revolt Puts Government Shutdown Back on the Table

Fragmentation over the DHS appropriations vote threatens Senate approval of six House-passed bills, risking a partial government shutdown unless significant amendments secure Democratic support.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Abolishing ICE isn't enough it's time to center people's humanity | Heba Gowayed and Victor Ray

ICE agent Jonathan Ross killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026; video captured a man calling her a "fucking bitch" afterward.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

'NAZI.US' Redirects to Department of Homeland Security Site

An anonymous person in Florida has registered the domain nazis.us and redirected it to the Department of Homeland Security's website in an apparent protest of the Trump administration. As of Thursday evening, the URL that sounds like it would be the homepage for U.S.-based Nazis does still redirect to dhs.gov when entered into a web browser. According to GoDaddy's WHOIS database records, nazis.us was registered on Jan. 13 by someone with a mailing address in Florida.
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