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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has withdrawn its plan to deport Chinese journalist Guan Heng to Uganda, where he faced potential persecution. Guan, who documented abuses in Xinjiang, arrived in the U.S. in 2021 seeking asylum. Public and congressional support for him has increased amid ongoing immigration enforcement concerns.
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Guan Heng, a Chinese filmmaker and asylum seeker detained in New York, was granted asylum after a court found him credible and fearing retaliation from China for exposing rights abuses in Xinjiang. His case highlights broader issues of U.S. immigration policy and human rights advocacy.
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Polls in Illinois's Democratic primary show a highly uncertain race, with narrow leads and many undecided voters. The race features Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, amid infrequent polling and last-minute voter decisions, making the outcome unpredictable as the election approaches today.
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Democratic candidates in Illinois are emphasizing rejection of corporate PAC money in primaries, amid broader debates over campaign finance reform. The race for the open Senate seat features identity politics tensions, with significant super PAC spending influencing the contests. Early voting is underway.
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New York Mayor Mamdani marked his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with speeches highlighting Irish history and Palestinian solidarity, but his comments on Ireland's past and Israel drew criticism. He also avoided taking a stance on Irish reunification, amid ongoing Irish-American political debates.