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Politics · United StatesDonald Trump says US deportation policy was too harsh after midterm loss
In a CBS interview recorded after the November midterm elections, Donald Trump described his mass‑deportation policy as "too harsh". He also announced Stephen Miller’s appointment as White House chief of staff, noting Miller’s prior defence of agents who shot protesters.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats plan probes into Elon Musk and Stephen Miller
Following their midterm election gains, Democrats are preparing to launch congressional investigations into Elon Musk's tenure leading the Department of Government Efficiency and Stephen Miller's involvement in immigration policy. While some Democrats are pushing for scrutiny, others, like Governor JB Pritzker, express caution regarding a singular focus on Musk.
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Politics · United StatesTrump threatens to enforce border policy on new Texas governor
Donald Trump has warned the incoming Texas governor, Gina Hinojosa, that he will maintain his border policies and may intervene if she deviates from them. Hinojosa has previously criticised the outgoing governor's immigration initiatives as political spectacles.
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Politics · United StatesMelania Trump complained about deportations, WSJ reported
Melania Trump reportedly expressed concerns to President Donald Trump that people she knew were being deported. The Wall Street Journal reported on November 5 that Trump subsequently told aides that Stephen Miller's immigration crackdown had gone too far.
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Politics · United StatesUS Violent Crime Victimization Fell 25% in 2025, DOJ Survey Finds
A preliminary Justice Department survey estimates that violent crime victimization in the US dropped by 25% in 2025. Property crime also saw a 19% decrease. The administration has credited its immigration and gang crackdowns for these declines.
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Danielle Smith to pursue immigration reforms after Alberta referendum
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced her government will proceed with significant immigration reforms following a recent referendum. While Albertans approved most questions, Smith indicated that the implementation of these changes might take time.
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Politics · United StatesBill to Abolish DHS, ICE, CBP Introduced by Rep. Delia Ramirez
Representative Delia Ramirez has introduced legislation aiming to dismantle the Department of Homeland Security, along with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. The bill, titled the Reimagining Safety Act, would establish a new Department of Community Safety.
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Politics · United StatesTrump policy cuts Medicaid for legal immigrants
The Trump administration has implemented new restrictions that have removed Medicaid coverage for certain legal immigrants, including refugees and victims of human trafficking. These changes are part of broader federal policy shifts projected to impact millions of individuals nationwide.
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Politics · United StatesArmy study finds ICE‑purchased shock gloves cause intense pain and immediate compliance
A previously unreleased Army study from Fort Leavenworth showed that electric shock gloves intended for ICE agents inflict intense pain, trigger fear and force instant compliance. ICE signed a $16.7 million contract for 6,000 gloves, has not answered media queries, and senators have demanded answers.
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Politics · United KingdomUK reopens refugee resettlement scheme prioritising Afghans and Palestinians
The UK is relaunching its refugee resettlement scheme, prioritising Afghan women and girls, and Palestinians. The plan offers a five-year path to permanent settlement, with most refugees referred by UNHCR and Palestinians via Irap. However, experts question the scheme's scale.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Strikes Down Trump Policy Barring Immigrants From Federal Programs
A federal judge in Rhode Island has permanently blocked a Trump administration directive that would have barred certain immigrants from accessing federal programs. The directive, issued in July 2025, was challenged by 20 states and the District of Columbia.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesFederal government extends Big Bend border construction pause to mid-September
The federal government has agreed to extend a pause on border construction in Big Bend National Park until mid-September. The agreement came during a court hearing where a lawsuit challenging the project on religious freedom grounds was discussed.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Proposes New Rules Targeting Immigrants
The Trump administration is implementing new regulations that extend beyond border enforcement, targeting immigrants through measures like limiting tax credit refunds and requiring English proficiency for truck drivers.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Signs Order on Birthright Citizenship After Court Setback
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 6, 2026, that denied birthright citizenship to children of foreign diplomats. This action followed a U.S. Supreme Court decision that limited a previous order, impacting Trump's campaign promises on citizenship.
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Politics · United StatesUS military authorised to detain migrants in expanded border zones
The US Department of Justice issued an advisory opinion on 14 August 2026 permitting military personnel to detain migrants accused of trespassing in designated border zones. The move, part of the Trump administration’s border strategy, applies to six National Defense Areas in four states and has drawn legal scrutiny over its compliance with domestic law enforcement restrictions.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesVenezuelan man charged with murder after release from California custody
A Venezuelan national, Marcos Iriarte-Valdez, was charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a 68-year-old retiree during a burglary in Martinez, California. He had been released from custody one day earlier, despite an active immigration detainer. The case has drawn scrutiny over California's sanctuary policies and judicial release decisions.
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Jose Chajon-Raxon died after ICE custody seizure, DHS cites policy change
Jose Chajon-Raxon, a Guatemalan man, had a seizure one day after being processed into Delaney Hall, a New Jersey ICE detention facility. DHS said it was not notified of his death and did not disclose it, citing a recent policy change that ended 30-day death reporting for released detainees.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesVirginia woman films ICE agent pointing gun at her in parking lot standoff
A video shows an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent pointing a gun at Carolina Molina in Falls Church, Virginia, after she shouted insults at officers. Molina denies DHS claims she used her car as a weapon, while Rep. Don Beyer demands accountability for the incident.
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PoliticsHamilton mayor warns venues about far-right group’s conference with banned speaker
Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath has warned local venues about the Dominion Society, a group advocating for mass deportations, planning a conference on 29 August. The event features Martin Sellner, banned from the UK over security concerns. Canadian officials have not confirmed his eligibility to enter Canada.
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