POLITICAL CRACKDOWN

Aug 14 2025POLITICS

D. C. Police Shake Up Immigration Policies

In a significant policy shift, the Metropolitan Police Department in D. C. is now allowing officers to inform Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) about undocumented immigrants they meet during routine traffic stops. This change means that even immigrants who haven't committed any crimes could be reported to ICE for potential arrest and deportation. D. C. Mayor...

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Political Tensions Rise as Mayors Face Detention

Turkey is witnessing a surge in political tensions as authorities detain more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP). The latest crackdown saw the detention of Adana Mayor Zeydan Karalar and Adıyaman Mayor Abdurrahman Tutdere. Soon after, Antalya Mayor Muhittin Böcek was also taken into custody. CHP Deputy Chairman Burhanettin Bulu...

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Istanbul's Mayor Arrest: A Political Storm Brews

The political climate in Turkey is heating up. The government has taken a hard stance against dissent. On a recent Thursday, 37 individuals were taken into custody. Their crime? Speaking out on social media about the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu. This move has sparked widespread turmoil across the country. İmamoğlu is no ordinary mayor. H...

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Istanbul's Political Storm: Mayor's Arrest Sparks Uproar

In a sudden move, Turkish authorities detained Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, along with over a hundred others. This action is part of a broader investigation into alleged corruption and ties to terrorism. The mayor, a prominent figure in the opposition, has been a thorn in the side of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The arrests took place in Istanbul, a city...

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