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DHS Warns of Heightened Threat After U.S. Strikes on Iran
Federal officials issued a nationwide terrorism bulletin Sunday warning of a “heightened threat environment” in the United States following U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Judge Orders Release of Salvadoran Immigrant Wrongfully Deported by U.S.
A federal judge on Sunday ordered the release of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia from criminal custody, sharply criticizing prosecutors for portraying the Salvadoran immigrant as a dangerous gang member without credible evidence.
Federal Agents Denied Entry to Dodger Stadium, Sparking Confusion
A convoy of unmarked federal vehicles attempted to enter Dodger Stadium’s parking lots Thursday morning, prompting online speculation about a potential immigration enforcement action.
Border Patrol Shuts Down Cross-Border Tunnel Near San Diego
Federal agents have shut down a nearly 3,000-foot-long tunnel connecting Tijuana and San Diego that officials say was being built to smuggle drugs into the U.S.
Senate Confirms Controversial Trump Pick to Lead Border Protection Agency
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday confirmed Rodney Scott as commissioner of CBP in a 51-46 party-line vote, despite accusations he helped cover up the death of a migrant in federal custody.
Trump Administration Plans Deep Cuts to ATF Gun Dealer Oversight
The Justice Department plans to eliminate more than two-thirds of the federal inspectors who oversee licensed gun dealers, a move that would severely limit the government’s ability to track illegal firearm sales.
ATF Agent Injured in Baton Rouge Shooting Near Site of 2016 Alton Sterling Killing
An ATF agent was injured in a shooting Tuesday afternoon outside the Triple S Food Mart in Baton Rouge — the same store where Alton Sterling was killed by police in 2016.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Hospitalized After Allergic Reaction
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was briefly hospitalized Tuesday after an allergic reaction, according to a statement from the department.