Minneapolis court considers whether Trump’s deployment of ICE agents violates constitution Lawyers argue that surge ordered by Trump administration amounts to an illegal occupation of the state The Guardian - US · Jan 26
Alex Pretti’s family slams ‘spineless’ Trump administration as their son’s death is labeled ‘engineered chaos’ Alex Pretti, rest well. We all know the truth. We Got This Covered · Jan 26
‘They threw us out like baggage’: Russian family deported from US to Costa Rica still in limbo Alexander, his wife and son, who fled danger under Putin, fighting for security – and compensation – after torment of migration journey The Guardian - US · Jan 26
Who was Alex Pretti? 'American hero' branded a terrorist by Trump administration after he was shot dead by ICE agents Alex Pretti, 37, was an intensive-care nurse described as kind and compassionate by family members Evening Standard · Jan 26
Trump says he's ‘reviewing everything’ amid uproar over fatal shooting in Minneapolis by federal agent Alex Pretti, 37, was shot by Border Patrol officers in Minneapolis, sparking a massive backlash among politicians and the public Evening Standard · Jan 26
Judge set to hear arguments on Minnesota's immigration crackdown after fatal shootings A federal judge is set to hear arguments Monday on whether to pause an immigration crackdown in Minnesota The Independent UK · Jan 26
The Trump Administration Is Lying About Gun Rights and the Death of Alex Pretti "Carrying a firearm is not a death sentence, it's a Constitutionally protected God-given right," writes Rep. Thomas Massie (R–Ky.). Reason · Jan 25
Minneapolis shooting: Parents of victims call ICE, Trump admin’s account of events ‘sickening lies’ Parents of Alex Pretti, a US citizen and ICU nurse fatally shot by federal agents, accuse the Trump administration of "sickening lies." They dispute claims their son was armed and resisted, stating he was protecting a woman. Local authorities confirm he was a lawful gun owner with no significant criminal… The Times of India · Jan 25
Officers react with crowd after man was killed in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown, in photos Federal officers shot and killed a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, according to a hospital record obtained by The Associated Press. After the shooting, an angry crowd gathered and screamed profanities at federal officers, calling them “cowards” and telling them to go home. The Independent UK · Jan 24
Trump’s new foreign aid ban Experts say the Trump administration is using foreign aid to impose anti-human rights ideology globally Salon · Jan 24
Trump Admin Reportedly Considering Total Blockade On Oil Imports To Cuba As Regime Teeters On The Brink Of Collapse The Trump administration is considering a total blockade on oil imports to Cuba to drive regime change in the country, according to a new report. International Business Times · Jan 24
California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing the Trump administration for approving an oil company's plans to restart two oil pipelines along the state's coast The Independent UK · Jan 23
Could the President Invoke the Alien Enemies Act in Response to the "British Invasion" of Rock Stars Like the Beatles? In a crucial appellate court oral argument, the Trump Administration admits that their position says the answer is "yes." The exchange highlights the dangers of judicial deference on judicial invocation of extraordinary emergency powers. Reason · Jan 23
Trump Administration Plans More Deportation Flights to Iran Amid Violent Crackdown in the Country With thousands of people dead in Iran, the Trump administration still plans to go ahead with a deportation flight as early as this weekend. Reason · Jan 23
The Guardian - US · Jan 23 Man accused of plot to murder US border patrol’s Bovino found not guilty Acquittal of Juan Espinoza Martinez in Chicago marks latest major federal prosecution to fall apart in court
The Independent UK · Jan 22 Would President Donald Trump deport The Beatles? A judge asks the question The court case is based around Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798
The Independent UK · Jan 22 ‘60 Minutes’ broadcast with delayed ‘Inside CECOT’ report pulls in abysmal ratings against NFL playoffs Critics have said that CBS News and editor-in-chief Bari Weiss were looking to bury the controversially delayed report on a broadcast that was always going to pull low ratings
The Conversation · Jan 22 US turns its back on global efforts for women and children terrorized by violence and conflict The Trump administration’s recent announcement that it is withdrawing from 66 international organizations and treaties is another blow to the global system where all countries unite to share concerns, agree on rules of conduct and determine agendas for collective action.
The Independent UK · Jan 22 JD Vance heads to Minneapolis to praise immigration crackdown as tensions over ICE shooting continue Vice president to ‘focus on restoring law and order’, as anger over fatal shooting of Renee Good continues
The Guardian - US · Jan 22 The Trump administration has a Nazi problem Think I’m exaggerating? Consider the copious amounts of evidence
Reason · Jan 22 Can The President Provide Notice on Truth Social? Justice Jackson doubts whether Trump's social media post could have put Lisa Cook on notice that she would be removed.
Latin Times · Jan 21 Trump Administration Almost Doubled The Deportation Of Cubans To The Island In 2025: Report The Trump administration deported over 1,600 Cubans to the island in 2025, more than twice the amount in 2024, according to a new report.
International Business Times · Jan 21 Trump Admin Accuses Maduro's Son of Having Drug Trafficking Ties With Colombian Militia The Trump administration has accused Nicolás Ernesto Maduro Guerra, the only biological son of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, of maintaining ties to Colombian armed groups involved in drug trafficking.
The Conversation · Jan 20 Why Trump is attacking the UK over Chagos Islands – and what it tells us about Britain’s place in the world The UK formally agreed to transfer sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius in May 2025. With the Trump administration’s explicit support, this move ended one of the longest-running territorial disputes in Britain’s remaining overseas territories.
Latin Times · Jan 20 Trump Admin Accuses Maduro's Son of Having Drug Trafficking Ties With Colombian Militia The Trump administration has accused Nicolás Ernesto Maduro Guerra, the only biological son of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, of maintaining ties to Colombian armed groups involved in drug trafficking.