This heightened scrutiny has particularly affected Indian Green Card holders, especially elderly individuals who spend extended periods in India during the winter months. Reports indicate that US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers have been pressuring these individuals at airports to sign Form I-407, which voluntarily relinquishes their permanent residency. Those who resist have allegedly faced threats of detention or deportation.
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North Korea has dismissed US secretary of state Marco Rubio's 'rogue state' remark as nonsense and a grave political provocation, threatening tough counteraction. Despite Trump's diplomatic overtures, Pyongyang insists on nuclear deterrence while opposing the US missile defense shield plan.
Robert F Kennedy Jr, a vaccine skeptic and former presidential candidate, has been confirmed by the Senate as the next health secretary. Confirmed in a 52-48 vote by a Republican Senate, Kennedy's appointment marks a significant rise for him and a notable shift in American politics.
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​Confirmation vote: coming soon. Popcorn: mandatory. Obviously, the hearing launched a thousand memes including Pete Hegseth weathering snipes from Democrats and a few Indian jokes about Elizabeth Warren. Here are some of the best memes and jokes about the hearing:
The shift in strategy reflects mounting concerns about inflation, which remains stubbornly high despite Federal Reserve measures. Broad tariffs could exacerbate price increases, impacting both consumers and businesses. Politically, the revised plan seeks to avoid backlash from Congressional Republicans and voters wary of rising costs.