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The US military's deployment of National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., in 2025 is under legal review. The cases focus on whether these actions violated the Posse Comitatus Act, which restricts military involvement in domestic law enforcement. The trials highlight ongoing debates over military authority and law enforcement boundaries.
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President Trump announced federal control over Washington, D.C.'s police to address crime, prompting legal challenges and political disputes. Mayor Bowser insists her police chief reports to her, while federal officials suggest ultimate authority lies with the White House. The situation raises questions about local autonomy amid ongoing federal deployment. As federal officers patrol, the city’s crime rates remain low, but tensions escalate over command and jurisdiction.
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Two firefighters working on the Bear Gulch Fire in Washington were detained by Border Patrol agents for being in the US illegally. The arrests occurred amid broader immigration enforcement efforts, raising concerns about safety and policy violations during emergency responses. The incident has prompted political criticism and ongoing firefighting efforts.
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A federal appeals court in the US has ruled that the Trump administration cannot use the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to expedite deportations of Venezuelan gang members, citing no invasion or incursion. The decision limits the law's wartime use and signals a potential Supreme Court case. The ruling follows Trump’s invocation of the law in March and subsequent deportations, which faced legal challenges.
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The Trump administration agreed to pay El Salvador $4.67 million to detain deportees at CECOT, a prison condemned for brutal conditions. The deal lacks explicit protections against torture or abuse, raising human rights concerns amid ongoing legal disputes and deportations of gang members.
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The Trump administration plans to federalize 300 Illinois National Guard members amid escalating federal law enforcement activity in Chicago. Governor Pritzker opposes the move, calling it un-American. Incidents include a woman armed with a semi-automatic weapon ramming ICE vehicles, leading to a shooting. Protests and political disputes continue today.
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Federal immigration agents in Chicago were attacked by a mob of around 30 people, including a woman armed with a semi-automatic weapon. Police were ordered to stand down during the incident, which involved vehicles ramming agents and a protest near 39th Place and South Kedzie Avenue. No officers were injured, and the woman was hospitalized after being shot by police. The incident follows recent tensions over immigration enforcement and protests in the city.
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A DHS social media post claiming drug cartels put a bounty on agents was found to be based on a misleading video with a different caption. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over DHS messaging, social media use, and immigration enforcement practices, with some officials and public figures criticizing the department's approach.
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Florida is appealing to the Supreme Court to block states from issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-citizens, citing safety concerns after fatal crashes involving illegal immigrant drivers. Two recent deadly crashes in California and Florida, linked to undocumented truckers, have intensified federal and state debates on immigration and road safety. The story highlights ongoing policy tensions and safety risks.
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U.S. immigration enforcement agencies are undergoing significant personnel reassignments amid escalating threats against ICE officers, including death threats and bounties. The moves follow a series of internal leadership changes and reflect a push for more aggressive immigration tactics under the Trump administration, with concerns over safety and operational effectiveness growing.
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Federal immigration enforcement in Chicago has intensified with raids involving tear gas, zip-ties, and aggressive tactics. A judge ordered daily oversight of agents' use of force amid protests and allegations of misconduct. The operations are part of a broader Trump administration effort targeting cities with sanctuary policies, raising legal and community concerns.
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During an immigration enforcement operation in Chicago's Little Village, a man in a Jeep fired shots at agents, who were conducting a raid. No injuries were reported. Protesters threw objects at law enforcement vehicles, escalating tensions. The suspect remains at large, amid increased violence targeting federal officers.