Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 538 individuals in a nationwide operation Thursday, focusing on illegal aliens involved in crimes ranging from gang activity to child predation and terrorism. Among those apprehended were 373 individuals with criminal convictions and 165 non-criminal arrests, according to the Trump administration.
Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a warning Thursday, claiming American consumers will face higher costs if President Donald Trump proceeds with plans to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian imports. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office earlier in the day that he is prepared to enforce the tariffs starting February 1, citing concerns over illegal migration and fentanyl crossing the U.S. border via Canada and Mexico.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for the deployment of American troops to Ukraine, insisting that a multinational peacekeeping effort without U.S. participation would not be effective in deterring further Russian aggression. Speaking at the Davos World Economic Forum, Zelensky emphasized the need for U.S. involvement alongside European allies to stabilize Ukraine and prevent Russia from rearming during a potential ceasefire.
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused former President Donald Trump on Thursday of spreading “misinformation” about the state’s ongoing water issues. Trump had suggested that water shortages in Southern California could be resolved by redirecting water supplies from Northern California to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Newsom dismissed this claim, saying there is no simple solution or “spigot” to fix the state’s complex water challenges.
President Donald Trump has re-designated the Houthi rebels, known as Ansar Allah, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), reversing the Biden administration's 2021 decision to remove the group’s FTO designation. Trump’s Executive Order, signed Wednesday, aims to counter the Houthis’ attacks on U.S. and allied interests in the Middle East and Red Sea.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly defended Elon Musk after accusations that the Tesla CEO made a racist gesture during President Donald Trump’s inaugural rally in Washington, D.C. Netanyahu dismissed the claims as baseless, commending Musk for his steadfast support of Israel.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, citing their inefficiency and costliness. The move has ignited debate across political and cultural spheres, with proponents praising the rollback and critics warning of potential harm to marginalized groups and federal contracting protections.
As Illinois ramps up its electric vehicle (EV) rebate program, the national policy landscape is shifting under President Donald Trump’s administration. Trump has signed an executive order canceling former President Joe Biden’s goal of making EVs 50% of new car sales by 2030 and rolling back federal emission regulations.
Former CIA Director John Brennan voiced strong objections to President Donald Trump’s decision to revoke his security clearance, which was part of an executive order stripping clearances from 51 intelligence officials. The officials had signed a letter in 2020 falsely claiming that reports about Hunter Biden’s laptop were part of a Russian disinformation campaign. Trump’s executive action followed his 2025 inauguration and has sparked significant debate about the role of intelligence professionals in political controversies.
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY) criticized Senate Democrats on Wednesday for delaying the confirmation of President Donald Trump’s nominees. Speaking on the Senate floor, Barrasso emphasized the urgency of confirming key officials, citing national security and public expectations for bipartisan cooperation.
