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From Peanut Punch to FBI: Charles Tillman's life of action and conscience
sports27 days ago

From Peanut Punch to FBI: Charles Tillman's life of action and conscience

Former Bears star Charles Tillman, famed for the Peanut Punch, spent eight years as an FBI agent on a street‑level task force before resigning in protest of immigration raids he viewed as politicized; the piece traces his transition from NFL standout to federal agent, his work on high‑stakes cases and as a firearms instructor, his role in first‑response efforts like the Highland Park incident, and his ongoing legacy through philanthropy and a continuing Hall of Fame conversation.

via The New York Times|
#charles-tillman#fbi#hall-of-fame
Public face of Trump's immigration raids faces a future in doubt
world-and-nation28 days ago

Public face of Trump's immigration raids faces a future in doubt

Gregory Bovino, the Border Patrol commander who became the public face of Trump’s mass immigration raids, now faces an uncertain future amid mounting public backlash after deadly shootings in Minnesota and contested statements by officials. While reports vary on whether he’ll be reassigned or leave, analysts differ on whether a personnel shake-up would alter policy, which hardliners like Stephen Miller continue to shape. The episode has intensified debates over enforcement tactics, accountability, and due process, and questions remain about whether leadership changes will change the broader approach to interior immigration operations.

via latimes.com|
#bovino#homan#ice
California's Mask Ban for Federal Agents Faces Legal Challenges
law-and-politics1 month ago

California's Mask Ban for Federal Agents Faces Legal Challenges

California has enacted a law banning law enforcement officers from covering their faces, with exceptions, aiming to curb anonymous federal agents involved in immigration raids. The Trump administration is suing to block the law, citing federal supremacy and safety concerns for agents. Legal experts suggest the law may face significant challenges in court due to longstanding federal immunity principles and constitutional considerations.

via Stateline|
#california#federal-agents#immigration-raids
Home Depot's Noise Machines Spark Labor Protests and Controversy
local-news2 months ago

Home Depot's Noise Machines Spark Labor Protests and Controversy

Day laborers outside a Home Depot in Cypress Park protest against noise machines installed by the company, which emit high-pitched sounds intended to deter them from gathering there, amid ongoing concerns about ICE raids and the impact on immigrant workers. The machines, installed shortly after a recent raid, have caused health issues and added stress for the workers, who see the devices as a form of intimidation and weaponization of sound. The nonprofit IDEPSCA and local officials are calling for the removal of the machines and greater support for the immigrant community.

via Los Angeles Times|
#day-laborers#home-depot#immigration-raids