HISTORICAL FACTS: 24 | History Defined

Kash Patel melts down during hearing when pressed on Atlantic articles and agrees to take a drinking test: Live updates

Senator Chris Van Hollen said recent reports about Patel’s conduct are ‘extremely alarming’

The Independent UK · May 12

First Thing: Democrats express ‘grave concerns’ over secretive ICE deportation flights

Letter follows a Guardian investigation into irregular ways the Trump administration was transporting detainees. Plus, top World Cup tickets to retail at almost $33,000

The Guardian - UK · May 12

Democrats express ‘grave concerns’ over secretive ICE deportation flights

Exclusive: In letter 40 lawmakers demand the FAA address allegations of mistreatment of immigrants and the ‘urgent need for transparency’

The Guardian - US · May 11

Trump’s ‘cruel and lawless’ deportation scheme spent $44M sending 17,500 people to places they’ve never been, report finds

Immigrants who fear torture and persecution in their home countries are being sent to ‘third countries’ that could deport them to the same places they fled, a sweeping new report finds

The Independent UK · May 7

Marco Rubio Announces New Sanctions Against Cuba, Further Increasing Pressure On Havana Regime

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday a new set of sanctions against the Cuban regime, this time targeting its military-industrial complex, its leader and a natural resources company ran by the state.

International Business Times · May 7

Kristi Noem Accused of Living 'Rent-Free' in Coast Guard Mansion After DHS Exit

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing renewed scrutiny after Democrats accused her of continuing to live in a taxpayer-funded waterfront Coast Guard residence weeks after leaving office.

Latin Times · May 7

Rubio announces new Cuba sanctions

The new sanctions show the Trump administration is pushing forward for regime change in Cuba.

Axios · May 7

U.S. Allies Reportedly Took Measures Against Washington Over Operation To Help Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz

The Trump administration cancelled its operation to help ships transit through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's blockade following backlash from Saudi Arabia, according to a new report.

International Business Times · May 7

Trump’s new ‘Coalie’ mascot and myth of ‘clean, beautiful coal’ have a long history in advertising

If you follow the Trump administration’s social media posts, you might spot its new mascot: a cartoon lump of coal with big eyes and babylike features. “Coalie” sparked a backlash almost as soon as Interior Secretary Doug Burgum debuted it for the Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation Enforcement in…

The Conversation · May 7

The Trump administration is deleting government data. From infant deaths to hunger, here are five ways it’s hurting Americans

This information was used to understand the problems Americans face. The consequences of its erasure, experts warn, could affect generations to come

The Guardian - US · May 7