Pope Francis, known for his advocacy of open borders, criticized former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, calling plans to deport individuals unlawfully in the United States “a disgrace.” The Pope’s remarks reflect his broader stance urging Western nations to welcome migrants, a position that has often clashed with conservative immigration policies.
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued pardons to approximately 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This move fulfills his campaign promise to release supporters involved in the incident.
Pope Francis recently expressed strong criticism of U.S. policies aimed at deporting illegal immigrants, calling the proposed measures a "disgrace." During an interview on Italian national television, the pontiff discussed migration issues and criticized actions that impose hardships on vulnerable populations. The interview aired ahead of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, during which his administration pledged to prioritize the removal of illegal immigrants.
The Vatican City State has enacted stricter penalties for unauthorized entry and violations of its security regulations, threatening offenders with steep fines and prison sentences. The updated rules were announced through a decree signed by Cardinal Fernando Vérgez Alzaga, president of the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State, and aim to enhance security within the world’s smallest sovereign state.
A newly elected Arizona lawmaker is taking a firm stance on protecting minors from accessing pornography online. Republican Rep. Nick Kupper, a U.S. Air Force veteran and former contestant on American Ninja Warrior, has introduced House Bill 2112, which would require websites with significant explicit content to implement age-verification measures.
The prolonged legal ordeal for Alfredo Luna, a former decorated police officer and Marine veteran, concluded on January 13th with the dismissal of charges against him by the Riverside County District Attorney in California. Luna’s case, initiated in 2021 following the events of January 6th, has been fraught with controversy and accusations of procedural overreach.
In the wake of devastating wildfires in the Pacific Palisades and Pasadena/Altadena areas, Los Angeles renters are encountering instances of illegal price gouging. Despite California’s strict laws prohibiting such practices during emergencies, some landlords have significantly raised rental prices, exploiting displaced residents.
Unauthorized drones caused firefighting aircraft to be grounded over the Palisades Fire near Los Angeles, significantly hampering efforts to contain California's most destructive wildfire, which has already scorched over 21,000 acres and claimed at least 11 lives.
Judge Juan Merchan gave President-elect Donald Trump an unconditional discharge in the New York business records case. The sentencing does not carry a penalty.
As New York City’s congestion toll system takes effect, reports have emerged of drivers altering license plates to evade the fee. The toll, which charges $9 during peak hours and $2.25 during off-peak hours for vehicles entering Manhattan’s central business district, officially began on Sunday.
