A top DOJ official supervised large-scale deportation raids in Chicago, resulting in 100 arrests. The DOJ is investigating potential law violations by sanctuary cities like Chicago, which refuses to assist federal immigration enforcement. Mayor Brandon Johnson pledges to uphold the city's sanctuary policies despite federal pressure.
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Michael Wolff's new book 'All or Nothing' reveals explosive details about Trump and Melania's strained relationship during the 2024 election campaign. After the assassination attempt in Butler, the campaign staff were wondering whether Melania would show up. “Even in the ever-downward spiral of diminishing expectations, every day was “will she, won’t she?†he wrote.
The incoming Trump administration plans to initiate immigration raids in Chicago starting next Tuesday, aligning with Trump's goal to conduct large-scale deportations. Operation Safeguard, facilitated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), seeks to deploy around 150 agents to target immigrants without legal status. Chicago police will not interfere with federal operations but won't share immigration status information.
Margo Martin, a White House aide, shared a photo with Donald Trump from the Oval Office, praising him as the "world's greatest boss." The picture gained attention due to a map showing "Gulf of America," reminiscent of Trump's past executive order.
Former "Vanderpump Rules" star James Kennedy was arrested Tuesday night in Burbank for alleged misdemeanor domestic violence. Police responded to a private residence after a witness reported Kennedy being physical with an unidentified woman. Kennedy was released on bail, and the case is under review. The incident followed a holiday party where Kennedy reportedly displayed erratic behavior.
US President-elect Donald Trump seemed indifferent to his New York sentencing, playing golf in Florida hours after receiving an unconditional discharge for 34 felony counts related to a hush-money payment. Trump continued to label the charges as a politically motivated attack on social media.
The UK government is streamlining property sales by digitising data, enhancing efficiency, and reducing transaction delays. This 12-week initiative, led by the housing and planning minister, aims to modernise information sharing among conveyancers and lenders. As part of broader housing reforms, this strategy will help homebuyers save time and money while reducing stress.
The FBI has closed its Office of Diversity and Inclusion just before Donald Trump's inauguration, citing no specific reason. Trump and several Republican politicians suggest the closure is due to corruption and misplaced priorities, with national security concerns taking a backseat to DEI initiatives.