Portland faces federal tear gas bans and protests over ICE shootings, highlighting ongoing clashes over police and immigration policies.
Over 50 infants across 19 US states have fallen ill with botulism linked to ByHeart infant formula. Tests suggest organic milk powder used in the formula may be contaminated with bacteria causing the illness. The company has recalled all products, and investigations are ongoing to identify the source.
The US government reported the costs of deploying National Guard and active-duty Marines to several cities in 2025, with Washington, DC, and Los Angeles being the most expensive. The deployments aimed to combat crime but faced legal challenges and fluctuating troop levels. The total cost exceeded $496 million.
U.S. District Judge Michael Simon issued a 14-day order restricting federal officers from using chemical and projectile munitions against protesters near an ICE facility in Portland. The ruling follows a lawsuit over excessive force, including injuries to elderly protesters and journalists, amid nationwide demonstrations against immigration policies.
Tenants and property managers at Gray's Landing sue the federal government over tear gas use, claiming chemical exposure has harmed residents' health and violated rights. The case highlights concerns over federal crowd-control tactics near residential areas, with upcoming court hearings and recent restrictions in Oregon.
On March 28, 2026, over 8 million Americans participated in the third nationwide 'No Kings' protests across 3,300 events in all 50 states. Demonstrators opposed President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, war on Iran, and authoritarian governance. The largest rally in Minnesota featured Bruce Springsteen performing his new song 'Streets of Minneapolis' honoring victims of federal immigration enforcement violence. The protests coincide with Trump's lowest approval ratings and looming midterm elections.
Tucker Carlson has expressed remorse for supporting Trump and criticizes his foreign policy, especially the Iran conflict. He describes feeling betrayed by Trump's shift from his anti-war promises and highlights internal conflicts within conservative media about the war's costs and motivations.