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Fifth Circuit Upholds Policy That Illegal Immigrants Can Be Detained Without Bond
The judges ruled that such individuals qualify as ‘applicants for admission’ under federal immigration law, subjecting them to mandatory detention under law.
Zelenskyy Says US Gave Ukraine and Russia a June Deadline to End War
Zelenskyy said Washington wants the war ended by early summer and is prepared to increase pressure on both Kyiv and Moscow if talks stall.
Pentagon to Cut Academic Ties With Harvard, Hegseth Says
The secretary of war said the Ivy League school promotes ideology misaligned with military values.
Appeals Court Rejects Challenge to Trump’s Orders Curbing DEI
Higher education groups and Baltimore officials had argued the executive orders exceeded presidential powers.
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Trump Signs Executive Order Expanding DHS Access to Criminal Records
The order is designed to further improve immigration screening, vetting, and border enforcement.
Governments Should Pull Funding If Schools Don’t Address Bullying: Civil Rights Board Vice Chair
Civil Rights commissioner is alarmed that no schools were deemed persistently dangerous in 2021–2022 despite 1.2 million violent offenses in K–12 nationwide.
Actor Timothy Busfield Indicted on 4 Counts of Criminal Sexual Contact With a Child
The actor’s indictment was ‘not unexpected’ and he will ‘fight the charges at every stage,’ says Busfield’s attorney.
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Body Believed to Be Rapper Lil Jon’s Son, Nathan Smith, Recovered in Georgia Days After He Went Missing
On. Feb. 6, the Milton Police Department said divers located and recovered the body from a pond in Mayfield Park near Smith’s home.
Coca‑Cola to Phase Out Minute Maid Frozen Juice Line
The company said it is discontinuing all of its frozen products and exiting the frozen can category in response to changing consumer preferences.
US Used Vehicle Prices Rise 2.4 Percent in January as Inventory Tightens
It’s the largest price increase since July 2025, well above December’s 0.4 percent rise.
US State Department Announces New Sanctions on Iran Oil Network
The sanctions come as talks between Washington and Tehran were initiated in Oman.
Arizona Sheriff Says He Believes ‘Today’ Show Host Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Still Alive
The comment, which aired Friday morning, comes as the search for the missing woman entered its sixth day.
TSA Says It Has Successfully Rolled Out New Identity Verification System for American Flyers
Passengers can pay a $45 fee to get verified and pass security at airports.
Judge Blocks DHS From Using Taxpayer Data for Immigration Enforcement
The court held that a cooperation agreement between DHS and IRS likely violates federal law.
Trump Launches TrumpRx Website for Discounted Pharmaceutical Drugs
The president addressed the nation to unveil a new direct-from-manufacturer price savings option for Americans.
Trump Extends African Free-Trade Agreement Easing Tariff Fears Amid Tensions
The deal between the United States and 32 African nations has been renewed until the end of the year, despite strained relations with South Africa and Nigeria.
Republicans Demand Inclusion of SAVE Act in DHS Funding Bill—What to Know
With both parties digging in on their positions and no clear resolution in sight, the stage is set for a long week in Washington.
DHS Operation Metro Surge Makes More Than 4,000 Arrests in Minnesota
In its latest statement, the department said recent arrests include criminals convicted of sexual conduct with a minor and domestic assault.
More Fraud Prosecutors Needed in Minnesota, State Lawmaker Tells Senators
State Rep. Kristin Robbins was one of three witnesses who testified to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
CDC Reports Gastrointestinal Outbreak on Luxury Cruise Ship
The CDC says 21 passengers and six crew members were sickened in an outbreak.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie Case Urges Public Not to Share Unverified Accusations
‘At this point, investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in this case,’ the Pima County Sheriff’s Department said.
