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Trump orders DHS to stay out of protests in Democratic cities while shielding federal buildings
politics28 days ago

Trump orders DHS to stay out of protests in Democratic cities while shielding federal buildings

President Trump directs Homeland Security to avoid intervening in protests in Democratic-led cities unless local authorities request help, while promising strong protection for federal buildings. The digest also covers Chicago investigating alleged illegal ICE activity, Trump’s comments on Iran, DOJ Epstein-file scrutiny, plans for a 250-foot DC arch, and a partial government funding shutdown over homeland-security issues, among other headlines.

via The Guardian|
#democratic-led-cities#federal-buildings#homeland-security
Texas Officials' Obstruction of Migrant Aid Efforts in Northern Cities
us2 years ago

Texas Officials' Obstruction of Migrant Aid Efforts in Northern Cities

A CBS News investigation found that Texas officials attempted to disrupt the efforts of nonprofit organizations assisting migrants bused to Democratic-led cities as part of Operation Lone Star, initiated by Governor Greg Abbott to draw attention to the federal government's failure to address the influx of migrants at the southern border. The state agency in charge of the busing program, the Texas Division of Emergency Management, ceased providing logistical information and observing drop-off curfews, hindering the coordination of migrant arrivals. Despite initially viewing the program as beneficial, a nonprofit leader, Tiffany Burrow, ended her partnership with Texas officials due to their actions, which have resulted in nearly 100,000 migrants being transported to cities like Chicago and New York, prompting concerns from local leaders about the impact on their communities.

via CBS News|
#democratic-led-cities#migrants#nonprofits
Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza Echo in City Halls and Streets
international-affairs2 years ago

Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza Echo in City Halls and Streets

More than a dozen U.S. city councils, including those in Democratic-led cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and Detroit, have passed resolutions urging Israel to stop shelling Gaza. While local resolutions have little direct impact on foreign policy, activists hope that a critical mass of these resolutions will send a message to the White House that support for Israel's military campaign is waning. Pro-Israel groups have expressed concern about potential hate speech and the spread of disinformation, while advocates for cease-fire resolutions see them as a way to be heard by elected officials when other avenues fail.

via The New York Times|
#cease-fire#city-council-resolutions#democratic-led-cities