All articles tagged with #dhs
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Stereogum
Billie Eilish publicly criticized ICE, calling it a 'terrorist group' after the shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. The DHS responded by defending law enforcement actions, claiming the shooting was in self-defense, and denying allegations of family separation, while critics and celebrities condemned the incident and ICE's practices.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Billboard
The DHS criticized Billie Eilish for calling ICE a 'terrorist group' after she shared posts condemning the agency's actions in the Minneapolis shooting incident, where a woman was shot during an ICE operation. The DHS defended the officer’s actions as self-defense and accused Eilish of spreading 'garbage rhetoric,' amid widespread protests and backlash against ICE's immigration enforcement practices.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by BBC
A man and woman shot by an immigration agent in Portland have ties to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, with the incident occurring after the driver attempted to run over the agent during a traffic stop. Both are hospitalized and linked to gang activity, with the woman involved in a prostitution ring and the man previously arrested for other offenses. The incident follows recent immigration enforcement actions and protests in Portland.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by USCIS (.gov)
The Department of Homeland Security and USCIS have launched Operation PARRIS in Minnesota to reexamine refugee cases through enhanced background checks and verification, referring fraudulent cases to ICE, as part of efforts to combat immigration fraud and ensure national security.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by cbsnews.com
Avelo Airlines has decided to cease its contract to carry out migrant deportation flights for the Department of Homeland Security, citing insufficient financial benefits and public backlash, and will shut down its deportation flight operations at Mesa Gateway Airport.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Axios
Nearly two hundred people are suing the Trump administration over its decision to pause immigration casework for individuals from countries on the travel ban list, arguing that the suspension exceeds legal authority and has caused significant hardship for those already in the U.S. The lawsuit seeks to have the pause vacated, while the government defends the measure as a security and vetting necessity.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Axios
The Department of Homeland Security is increasing worksite enforcement efforts in Minnesota amid fraud allegations at government-funded child care centers, with ICE's investigative arm conducting visits and audits to combat alleged widespread fraud, following public and political scrutiny.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by CNN
The Trump administration is significantly reducing FEMA's disaster response staff, particularly targeting the CORE teams, as part of a broader effort to downsize the agency and shift disaster management responsibilities to states, raising concerns about preparedness and federal support during emergencies.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Axios
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are intensifying investigations into alleged fraud schemes in Minnesota, focusing on government-funded programs and targeting the state's Somali community, amid political tensions involving Trump administration officials and Minnesota leaders.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by USCIS (.gov)
The DHS and DOJ announced a final rule clarifying that aliens posing security threats or public health risks, especially during emergencies, may be ineligible for asylum or withholding of removal, with the rule set to take effect on Dec. 31, 2025.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The DHS highlighted the arrest of numerous dangerous illegal aliens involved in serious crimes, emphasizing their efforts to remove such individuals from U.S. communities despite political and media opposition.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The Department of Homeland Security is offering a $3,000 stipend and free flights for illegal aliens who self-deport using the CBP Home app by the end of the year, aiming to encourage voluntary departure and reduce illegal immigration.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Axios
President Trump has implemented a crackdown on legal immigration, including pausing the diversity visa lottery program and halting asylum decisions, as part of his broader strategy to reduce legal immigration, leveraging incidents of violence and alleged fraud to justify these measures.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Washington Post
The Department of Homeland Security launched 'Operation Catahoula Crunch' in New Orleans to target undocumented immigrants, including those with criminal records, amid local sanctuary policies and recent legal changes, sparking protests, legal challenges, and community concerns about civil rights and law enforcement tactics.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Homeland Security (.gov)
The Department of Homeland Security launched Operation Catahoula Crunch in New Orleans to target criminal illegal aliens released due to sanctuary policies, focusing on violent offenders and emphasizing efforts to restore law and order.