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Los Angeles Wildfires Update: Thousands Evacuated as Fires Consume 27,000 Acres

Los Angeles County is grappling with five major wildfires that have consumed over 27,000 acres, destroyed nearly 2,000 structures, and displaced over 130,000 residents under evacuation orders.

Maria Corina Machado Arrested After Leading Anti-Maduro Protest

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was arrested Thursday after her convoy was intercepted by security forces following an anti-government protest in Caracas.

Senate Advances Immigration Bill Requiring Migrant Detention

The Senate voted Thursday to advance a bill mandating federal authorities detain unauthorized immigrants accused of specific crimes.

Jimmy Carter Funeral Service Attended By Former Presidents

The nation paid its final respects to former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday in a solemn funeral at Washington National Cathedral. Carter, the 39th...

Outgoing ICE Director Criticizes Biden’s Border Policy Delays

Outgoing acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director P.J. Lechleitner expressed strong criticism of the Biden administration's delayed efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border.

Liberals Blame Trump for California Wildfires Despite Mismanagement Issues

As devastating wildfires ravage California, some liberal voices have taken to social media to blame former President Donald Trump for the crisis. Sam Stein, managing editor at The Bulwark, claimed on Twitter that Trump’s past remarks about withholding federal wildfire aid were relevant to the state’s current struggles. Stein tweeted that Trump’s threats to cut wildfire relief funds “dawned on him” as fires consumed thousands of acres in Los Angeles, destroying homes and forcing evacuations.

LA Mayor Karen Bass Faces Backlash Over Absence During Wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is under fire for her absence during the city’s battle with catastrophic wildfires fueled by unprecedented windstorms. The mayor was in Ghana on a taxpayer-funded delegation to attend the inauguration of Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama as fires ravaged the city and forced over 80,000 residents to evacuate.

Pope Francis Urges a Compassionate Approach to Migration

Pope Francis called for greater compassion and dignity in addressing migration and emphasized the urgency of environmental care in his annual address to the diplomatic corps on Thursday. The pontiff criticized the treatment of migrants as mere "problems to be managed" rather than individuals with dreams, talents, and dignity.

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Criticized for Focus on “Greener L.A.” Amid Wildfire Crisis

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing backlash after her city was engulfed by wildfires while she was on a trip to Africa. Just weeks prior, Bass had touted her administration’s achievements in making Los Angeles "greener," including surpassing water conservation goals and creating sustainable water supplies.

Oscar Nominations Delayed as Los Angeles Wildfires Rage

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has delayed its Oscar nominations announcement by 48 hours due to the deadly wildfires devastating Los Angeles. Originally scheduled for January 17, the announcement will now take place on January 19, the BBC reports.

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