Maine GOP governor candidate says he wants Trump’s border czar to send ICE to polls Bobby Charles said he would make the appeal three or four weeks before Election Day The Independent UK · Aug 26
ICE Arrests Hit Record 49,571 in July, up 70% From February After Minnesota Backlash ICE recorded 49,571 arrests in July, marking a 70% increase since February. The rise coincides with expanded deportation efforts and controversial tactics under Trump's administration. International Business Times UK · Aug 25
Trump's ICE Nominee Is Stuck in Limbo — and Many at the Agency Are Fine With That Schroyer's ICE nomination has stalled two months. DHS insiders like it that way, and Sen. Rand Paul won't budge until Minneapolis questions are answered. Latin Times · Aug 25
Texas to receive at least $7.5 billion from stalled border reimbursement fund, Cornyn says The state — which spent over $11 billion on Operation Lone Star — could receive more through a separate $3.5 billion reimbursement fund administered by the Department of Justice. The Texas Tribune · Aug 24
Texas GOP cornered by Big Bend backlash Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region Salon · Aug 24
DHS officials launch scathing attack on Trump’s pick to lead ICE as nomination stalls in the Senate: report Critics inside DHS question the qualifications of former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer The Independent UK · Aug 24
Inside DHS: How Old Senate Friendships Are Steering Trump's Immigration Crackdown DHS chief Markwayne Mullin keeps reversing enforcement moves after calls from old Senate friends — and it's now colliding with a MAGA revolt. Latin Times · Aug 23
‘Could result in injury or death’: Thanedar urges US to halt ICE’s electric shock glove plan Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar and colleagues oppose ICE's electric shock glove plan. They warn of potential misuse and severe injury or death from these devices. Lawmakers cite ICE's past record and insufficient training for officers. The proposed procurement involves millions of dollars for thousands of gloves. They implore the Homeland… The Times of India · Aug 23
ICE gloves show Trump's revenge failure The president's deportation agenda has failed in the courts. Now he's trying to cheat the system Salon · Aug 21
Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross. The Texas Tribune · Aug 21
Speedboat driver arrested by ICE after fatal New York Harbor capsizing Authorities attributed the disaster to an overcrowded boat, improper decision-making by Hernandez, a lack of required commercial licenses, and the failure to secure a life jacket on the infant The Independent UK · Aug 20
Speedboat driver in fatal New York Harbor capsizing was in the US illegally, authorities say The pilot of a speedboat that capsized during a tour around the Statue of Liberty has been arrested by U.S. immigration authorities who say he was in the country illegally The Independent UK · Aug 20
What to know about possible border barriers in Big Bend The Trump administration has said the remote West Texas region needs measures to stop illegal immigration. But a bipartisan group of elected officials is pushing to halt that plan, especially in the national park. The Texas Tribune · Aug 18
More than 5,000 Ethiopian TPS Holders Face Impossible Choices After Judge Clears Deportation Protection Plan A US federal judge has lifted the hold on terminating Temporary Protected Status for 5,000 Ethiopian nationals, allowing deportation proceedings to commence unless alternative legal status is obtained. International Business Times UK · Aug 18
France 24 · Aug 18 Trump pauses controversial border construction in Texas national park The Trump administration on Monday paused construction of a contentious border project in Texas' Big Bend National Park, as the head of Customs and Border Protection travelled to the area to assess the plans amid fierce bipartisan opposition over their potential impact on the remote landscape.
Latin Times · Aug 17 AG Blanche Still Won't Rule Out ICE at the Polls During Election Day — Why This Matters to Latino Voters Attorney General Todd Blanche still won't rule out ICE at polling places. A court fight and new DHS letters show why Latino voters remain uneasy.
The Times of India · Aug 17 US deports Indian national Jashandeep Singh after 'sexually motivated coercion’ conviction An Indian man, Jashandeep Singh, has been deported from the United States after criminal convictions for sexually motivated coercion involving force, burglary and theft, according to the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The Texas Tribune · Aug 14 Lawsuit seeks to stop Big Bend border wall construction A tribal nonprofit and an outdoor recreation company filed the federal lawsuit, arguing the work threatens archeological sites and sacred grounds.
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Noem spent $464M on 10 jets for deportations before she was fired. They are shuttling Trump officials around instead Senate Democrats call for investigation after DHS ‘lit taxpayer dollars on fire’
Latin Times · Aug 13 Trump Quietly Cools on His Homeland Security Chief as Conservative Anger Grows Trump has privately soured on DHS chief Markwayne Mullin over off-message remarks, a fireworks clash, and a divisive ICE pick, insiders say.
The Texas Tribune · Aug 12 As Big Bend wall outcry builds, Paxton does not say whether construction should proceed The attorney general’s campaign said he wants strong border security that considers Big Bend’s “unique characteristics” — but did not say whether he supports building a wall there.
Reason · Aug 12 Airports Are ICE's Latest Target, Raising 4th Amendment Concerns From Airlines An apparent surge of ICE arrests in airport terminals has created viral videos and questions over ICE's authority to board planes without judicial warrants.
Benzinga · Aug 12 Senator Has Made 700+ Trades Since March, Including Buying Nebius (NBIS Stock): Here’s How Much He’s Made Since taking office in March, Senator Alan Armstrong (R-Okla.) has made hundreds of stock transactions. One of those trades by the former oil executive was buying shares of an AI company that has soared in value.
The Independent UK · Aug 11 ICE hit a new record with 51,000 migrant arrests in July Federal agents have targeted airports and used traffic stops to carry out President Trump’s massive deportation agenda
The Independent UK · Aug 10 A short tenure? Trump frustrated and MAGA furious with DHS head Markwayne Mullin: report President and allies having buyer’s remorse over ex-Oklahoma senator’s perceived squishiness on harsh anti-immigrant moves