Some leaders often bring religion into political debates, using it to support their choices. Recently, one administration went further by frequently quoting the Bible to defend controversial actions like tighter border rules and overseas military moves. Critics argue faith shouldn’t be used to justi
The U. S. government is considering cutting off customs and immigration services at major airports located in cities that have chosen not to support a federal immigration push. The idea was mentioned by the Secretary of Homeland Security, who said he has spoken with White House officials but no f
New York City saw a big rise in federal immigration arrests after the 2024 presidential inauguration. A city report found that between Trump’s swearing-in and March 2026, ICE picked up 5, 567 people in the area. That’s 71% more than during the same period under the previous president. More than hal
On a single Saturday in London, two massive but opposing crowds took over the streets, each pushing their own cause. One group waved British flags while complaining about immigration levels, while the other marched to remember Palestinians displaced decades ago. The police had prepared for this, bri
The state of New York is moving to stop police officers from wearing masks while on duty, a decision announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. The rule also targets the federal agency U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, limiting its presence in places like schools and hospitals unless a jud
The Vice President traveled from Washington to three states on one busy day. He started early, voting in Ohio’s Republican primary next to his house. Then he met donors for a lunch in Oklahoma City. He finished the day with a rally in Des Moines, Iowa. He spoke to about 500 people at a factory that
A recent proposal in California could change the way deported faculty continue their careers. The bill, introduced by Assemblymember Mike Gipson of Los Angeles, would let professors who are removed from the U. S. due to immigration enforcement keep teaching students through online platforms. The le
Starting in 2027, people who want to become citizens of New Zealand will have to pass a new test. The exam will be held face‑to‑face and will contain 20 multiple‑choice questions written in English. Applicants must answer at least 15 correctly to qualify. The questions will cover a range of topics.
A federal judge in California has faced growing criticism after dismissing multiple cases involving immigration and protest-related incidents. The latest controversy surrounds Carlitos Ricardo Parias, an undocumented immigrant accused of ramming his car into ICE agents during a 2023 arrest in Los An
The U. S. government will now examine the past statements and online activity of immigrants applying for permanent residency or citizenship more carefully. Officials say they will focus on speech or actions tied to extremism, including support for terrorism or violence against the country. But criti
