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Partisan political tensions in the US soared to a six-year high last month, according to a gauge published by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia https://t.co/zZEDXYXTXw ...

Political Tension & Civil Unrest - A California senator was forcibly removed and handcuffed after attempting to confront the Homeland Security Secretary regarding federal immigration crackdown in L A [1] - A Democratic congressman described the senator's treatment as outrageous and reminiscent of authoritarian regimes [1] - The Speaker of the House suggested the senator's behavior merited censure [1] - Homeland Security stated the senator engaged in disrespectful political theater and interrupted a live news conference [1] - The potential invocation of the Insurrection Act by President Trump and the presence of Marines in Los Angeles are points of concern [2] - Concerns exist regarding the use of the military for urban policing, deemed illegal by the military code of justice [2] - Protests are planned, and there are calls for peaceful demonstrations to avoid triggering a response [2] - There are concerns that Washington D C could be a dangerous place this weekend due to planned protests [28] Immigration Policy & Labor Shortages - President Trump acknowledged that his aggressive immigration policies are causing labor shortages in the farming and hospitality sectors [2][5] - Businesses have complained about the impact of deportations on the availability of seasonal and factory workers [5] - Nearly 40% of adults in a certain city and district were born in a foreign country, contributing to Silicon Valley's success [3] International Relations & Potential Conflict - Reports indicate Israel is reportedly ready to attack Iran, raising tensions despite ongoing talks [1] - President Trump stated Israel could strike Iran but advised against it while negotiations are ongoing [5][6] - The U S is evacuating people from its embassy in Iraq, signaling a potential conflict on the horizon [5] - Israel has been eager for a fight with Iran for years, but successive U S administrations have tried to restrain them [6] - The U S may withhold defensive support from Israel in the aftermath of an attack on Iran [7] Tragedy - A plane crashed in India, killing 200 people [1] - All but one of 242 people on board a Boeing 747 Dreamliner crashed shortly after taken off [7]