Voters across several key states and cities are participating in elections with notable races for governor in Virginia and New Jersey, a mayoral race in NYC, and a ballot measure in California on redistricting. The Virginia race leans Democratic, with historic firsts possible, while New Jersey's race features a moderate candidate. Voters are also influenced by national issues like immigration policies and economic concerns, with President Trump's endorsements and opinions playing a significant role. Turnout is high, especially in NYC, and the elections are seen as a reflection of broader political sentiments.
Austin Beutner announced his campaign for Los Angeles mayor, criticizing Mayor Karen Bass and opposing Trump's immigration policies, positioning himself as a pragmatic problem solver focused on local issues like housing, homelessness, and city leadership. His campaign emphasizes fighting injustices and rebuilding trust in city governance amid ongoing political and social challenges.
U.S. student visa arrivals have fallen to a four-year low, with a 19% decrease last month, largely due to Trump's immigration policies, impacting Asian students the most and causing a significant drop in international student enrollment and revenue for American universities.
Gavin Newsom criticizes Trump's immigration crackdown and signs new California laws to restrict federal agents' access to schools and healthcare facilities, and to improve law enforcement transparency, amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement in the state.
A significant drop in international visitors to the US is attributed to Donald Trump's immigration policies, trade rhetoric, and visa restrictions, leading to economic losses and a decline in tourism across major cities, with projections indicating the slump may continue beyond summer 2025.
Federal data shows a decline of 1.2 million immigrant workers in the U.S. from January to July, largely due to stricter immigration policies under President Trump, affecting sectors like agriculture, construction, and healthcare, and potentially tightening the labor market.
Las Vegas is experiencing a decline in tourism due to high resort fees and restrictive immigration policies under the Trump administration, which have discouraged international visitors. Resorts are beginning to address these issues by eliminating fees and offering better deals, but broader political and economic factors continue to threaten the city's recovery. The article emphasizes the importance of welcoming policies and customer loyalty for the city's economic health.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will continue allowing officers to wear masks during raids despite controversy, amid concerns over accountability and impersonation. Reports also highlight harsh conditions at Miami detention centers, including shackling and mistreatment of detainees. Other news includes the secret deportation of an elderly man, political debates over stadium naming and land use, cuts to science funding under Trump, environmental policy setbacks, and shifting public opinion on immigration enforcement.
Diego Luna criticized Donald Trump's immigration policies on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', emphasizing the vital role immigrants play in building and sustaining the U.S., and highlighting the unfairness and harm caused by current enforcement measures, while expressing solidarity with immigrant communities.
Protests across Texas, called 'No Kings,' oppose Trump's immigration enforcement and policies, with demonstrations in cities like McAllen, Austin, Midland, Odessa, and Houston, highlighting concerns over authoritarian tendencies and advocating for immigrant rights amid threats and political tensions.
Recent polls show mixed public opinion on Trump's deportation policies, while the administration plans to roll back regulations on power plants to support the fossil fuel industry. Meanwhile, efforts to address climate change include home flood preparedness and climate solutions week. The administration is also targeting elite universities, affecting research funding and tax status, amidst broader political and environmental debates.
Protests against Trump's immigration policies and ICE raids have escalated across the US, especially in Los Angeles, prompting the deployment of National Guard troops in several states, mass arrests, and curfews, with ongoing demonstrations planned nationwide.
