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The Economist· 2025-07-11 22:01
The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act marks a transformative moment for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The agency will become the best-resourced, most aggressive version of itself https://t.co/OaEVazC54TPhoto: AP https://t.co/PNei5cdsrS ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-07-11 11:05
Yes, the new "Superman" movie is pro-immigration and anti-Trump—at least as far as a major summer tentpole can be, says our critic https://t.co/ts1zQst1QK ...
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The Economist· 2025-07-11 05:40
The Danish left’s case for toughness on migration is that its costs fall overwhelmingly on the poor. But the ugly upshot around limiting immigration—however noble the motives—is that it makes being nasty acceptable https://t.co/yQiADGrX00 ...
Lawrence: Because of Trump, America has become a place where 'they can do that to anyone'
MSNBC· 2025-07-11 04:33
They can do that to anyone. Many people have said that since Donald Trump has ordered people snatched out of their homes or off the streets in this country and shipped off to foreign countries, sometimes countries that that person has never visited. I for one wasn't sure that that was true the first time I heard that statement.Surely that couldn't happen to someone who was in the United States legally. But then it did. And then I said that it could happen to anyone.I never would have thought that it would h ...
See it: Damning new evidence of DOJ vet’s alleged 'f* you' plot to defy courts (Melber reports)
MSNBC· 2025-07-11 01:51
Legal & Judicial Challenges - The Trump administration faces legal setbacks on immigration policies, including a federal judge blocking efforts to rewrite citizenship [1][2] - A DOJ whistleblower case reveals allegations of defying court orders, with a top official reportedly suggesting ignoring court orders [2][3] - Texts show multiple officials aware of a plot to defy court orders, potentially breaking the law [5][6] - The DOJ denies explicitly asking anyone to defy court orders, but doesn't deny the alleged statements [7][8] DOJ & Political Turmoil - The DOJ is accused of advancing the president's agenda, lacking independence [12][13] - Attorney General Pam Bondi faces criticism for allegedly misrepresenting or lying about a Jeffrey Epstein client list [9][20] - MAGA leaders are calling for AG Bondi to be removed from her position [9][10] Policy & Enforcement - The administration's immigration agenda faces pushback from ACLU and immigrant organizations [16] - The Trump administration has a history of ignoring court rulings [17] - There are concerns about a breakdown in communication and coherence between DOJ and DHS on policies [15]
Demonstrators in California block immigration court
NBC News· 2025-07-11 01:45
Protests and Confrontations - Demonstrators attempted to block ICE agents from transporting detainees at a San Francisco immigration court [1] - Confrontations occurred between protesters, ICE agents, and other individuals, including physical altercations and the presence of an agent with an assault rifle [2][3][4] - A man claims he was hit by an unmarked ICE SUV in a crosswalk and plans to take legal action [3][4] Perspectives on Immigration Enforcement - An information table organizer for migrants described ICE agents as acting aggressively [3] - The organizer believes detainees are being "abducted" while trying to legally apply for citizenship or asylum [5] - A driver expressed frustration with protesters blocking traffic, disrupting normal routines [4] Official Response - ICE was formulating a statement but had not released it at the time of the news report [6]
Taking out ‘two disenfranchised groups with one stone’: Alicia slams Agriculture Secy
MSNBC· 2025-07-11 01:09
Immigration & Labor Market - The agricultural industry faces labor shortages due to fears of ICE raids deterring migrant workers [1] - The administration's proposed solution involves automation and utilizing 34 million able-bodied adults in the Medicaid program [3][4] - Approximately half of America's farm workers are undocumented, potentially affecting the affordability of produce if deported, which could be upwards of 3 million people [11][12] Medicaid & Workforce - Analysis of Medicaid recipients reveals that 38% are children, 17% live in rural areas, and 15% have three or more chronic conditions [6] - A majority (70%) of Medicaid adults are already working (44% full-time, 26% part-time), while the remaining 30% are not working due to caregiving responsibilities, illness, or disability [6][7] Political & Economic Implications - The Secretary of Agriculture faces conflicting pressures between supporting the agricultural industry's need for labor and the President's promise to deport undocumented workers [12] - The administration's policies are criticized for showing disdain towards poor and working people, particularly regarding farm workers and Medicaid recipients [14]
Protestors clash with federal agents in California
NBC News· 2025-07-11 00:57
Federal agents conducted an immigration enforcement operation at an agriculture area in Ventura County on Thursday that led to a clash with demonstrators. We're talking about the state of California here. The operation, it took place at a farm near Camaro.At one point, federal agents formed a line blocking a street, later launching smoke canisters into the crowd. Witnesses say several people were detained, some of them placed on a US Marshall bus. The fire department said multiple people were injured.NBC Ne ...