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While President Trump was hosting five West African leaders at the White House for diplomatic talks, his administration was quietly pressing them to sign off on a deal to take in migrants deported from the U.S. A leaked document reveals the proposal was sent to these countries—Gambia, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Ghana—around the same time as the high-profile meeting.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about diplomacy—it’s a hard-nosed negotiation playing out behind closed doors. The U.S. is trying to expand its deportation pipeline, but forcing poorer nations to take back deportees could strain relationships and raise ethical questions about where responsibility lies for displaced people. It also signals how immigration enforcement remains a top priority, even during what’s framed as a cooperative meeting.

A 37-year-old Rhode Island man is facing charges after the FBI says he admitted to posting violent threats against former President Donald Trump and other administration officials on Truth Social. The investigation highlights ongoing concerns about online threats directed at public figures.

Editor’s Note: Threats against politicians—regardless of party—are taken seriously by law enforcement, and this case underscores how social media platforms can become vectors for violent rhetoric. It’s a reminder of the tensions still simmering in U.S. politics, even years after Trump’s presidency.

Governor Newsom's team quickly stepped in to clarify that he isn't personally targeted in a new DOJ lawsuit challenging California's stance on transgender athletes in girls' sports. The governor doubled down on supporting the state's decade-old law protecting transgender students' rights to participate in school sports matching their gender identity.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just bureaucratic back-and-forth—it's a flashpoint in the national culture war over trans rights. With the DOJ taking aim at California's policy, the lawsuit could set precedents affecting similar laws elsewhere. Newsom's distancing move keeps him politically agile, but the real stakes are for trans youth and schools caught in the crossfire.

President Trump hinted at upcoming trade announcements while defending his tariff policies, keeping economic tensions in the spotlight. Meanwhile, the Justice Department escalated a legal battle with California over transgender athletes in school sports, arguing the state’s inclusive policies violate federal anti-discrimination laws.

The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked Florida from enforcing its controversial new immigration law, which would have made it a state crime for someone to enter Florida after crossing into the U.S. illegally or to return after being deported. This puts the law on hold while legal challenges play out, signaling a potential clash between state and federal authority over immigration enforcement.

Editor’s Note: Immigration is a hot-button issue, and states like Florida are testing how far they can go in setting their own rules. The Supreme Court’s move suggests the justices aren’t ready to greenlight state-level crackdowns just yet—at least not without a fight. For now, it’s a win for opponents who argue immigration enforcement is strictly a federal matter, but the legal battle is far from over.