L.A. Olympic organizing committee adds former House Speaker McCarthy, other GOP leaders to board

President Trump's federal immigration crackdown is set to expand to New Orleans next week, with 250 troops participating in operations aimed at arresting 5,000 individuals. The operation, named 'Swamp Sweep,' will be led by Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino, according to The Associated Press.

The Wall Street Journal's editorial board warns that Republicans' failed attempt to gerrymander congressional districts in Texas could jeopardize their House majority. The board highlights President Trump's push for redistricting before the 2026 midterms as potentially backfiring, suggesting long-term consequences for the party.

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) stated that Democrats should be more open to individuals like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), following her recent criticisms of President Trump on various issues. Greene's public disagreements with Trump and House Republican leaders during the ongoing government shutdown have garnered significant media attention.

The Kremlin stated that the U.S. has not shared the specifics of President Trump's 28-point Ukraine peace plan with Russia, expressing hope that negotiations could commence soon.

Thai advocates in Los Angeles are calling for mental health programs that focus on community care to address the stigma and limited access to mental healthcare affecting their community. These efforts aim to create a supportive environment for individuals facing mental health challenges.

A firefighter with the National Park Service reported that a fire destroyed over a thousand Joshua trees during the recent government shutdown. The restoration efforts may be hampered due to a reduced workforce, raising concerns about the future of this iconic species.

Iva Toguri D'Aquino, known as 'Tokyo Rose', was imprisoned for allegedly aiding the Japanese during World War II. Her conviction was based on testimonies from witnesses who later admitted to perjury. Decades later, she was pardoned, highlighting issues of justice and the impact of false testimony.

Thai massage therapists face heightened vulnerability to racialized and gendered violence in the workplace due to language barriers and stereotypes associated with their profession. This situation has prompted some therapists to seek community and mental health support through self-defense classes.