Stephen Miller in the news again as a White House policy power—deputy chief of staff for policy and homeland security advisor since 2025; long-time immigration hardliner. Born 1985.
As of April 3, 2026, the US Department of Homeland Security remains partially unfunded since February 14, causing over 100,000 DHS employees, including TSA workers, to go unpaid. The shutdown has led to severe staffing shortages at airports, with TSA officers resigning and calling out sick, resulting in long security lines and missed flights. President Trump deployed paid ICE agents to assist TSA with crowd control, but congressional deadlock over DHS funding and immigration enforcement reforms continues, prolonging travel disruptions nationwide.
Royer Perez-Jimenez, a 17-year-old Mexican in ICE custody, died at Glades County Detention Center in Florida. ICE states he died of presumed suicide, but investigations are ongoing. His death marks the 46th in ICE custody since January 2025, raising questions about detention conditions and treatment.
Texas Republican lawmakers are being urged by Stephen Miller, a Trump ally, to pass legislation restricting public education funding to children of those 'lawfully present' in the US. This challenges Supreme Court precedent and reflects ongoing partisan debates over immigration policy in the state.
Republican figures and Somaliland officials have accused US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar of immigration fraud and opposition to Somaliland's independence. The controversy stems from recent comments by Vance and others, alleging her involvement in fraud schemes and questioning her knowledge of community issues, amid ongoing debates over Somaliland recognition.
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship, a case that tests the interpretation of the 14th Amendment. The case has attracted protests and high-profile attendance, including President Trump. A decision is expected later this year, with significant legal and political implications.
A suspected gang member from El Salvador, wanted for questioning in a homicide, attempted to run over officers in Patterson, California. ICE officers fired defensive shots, and the suspect was hospitalized. The incident highlights rising vehicular attacks against immigration enforcement since 2025.
Todd Lyons has announced he will step down as acting ICE chief on May 31, transitioning to the private sector. His departure follows criticism of ICE's enforcement practices, including fatal shootings and allegations of misconduct. Lyons has led efforts to arrest and remove migrants amid heightened immigration enforcement.
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Florida parents challenging a school district's support for a transgender student. The case involves issues of parental rights, privacy, and school policies on gender identity. The court's decision continues the legal debate over transgender rights in schools.
David Venturella has been named Acting ICE Director to replace Todd Lyons as Lyons departs at the end of May. Venturella previously led ICE detention contracts and has ties to the GEO Group; confirmation remains pending amid ongoing DHS management changes.
Federal agents have raided the Cleveland office of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative and questioned staff and volunteers as part of a probe into alleged fraud linked to 2024 voter registration efforts. Officials say the investigations are ongoing, with no details released about specific charges; officials have not commented. The actions arrive as U.S. elections loom and ties to the Trump administration’s enforcement drive are being scrutinized.
Presidential aides have faced renewed pressure as internal memos discuss suspending habeas corpus for unauthorized immigrants, prompting constitutional concerns and calls for clarity from Congress.