Trump’s homeland security department announces New Orleans immigration operation – live

Former President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have publicly commented on recent military strikes against alleged drug trafficking boats, which have sparked controversy and debate over their legality and effectiveness. The discussions followed a second strike that resulted in significant casualties, raising questions about military engagement protocols.

Federal agents have commenced operations in New Orleans as part of the Trump administration's intensified immigration enforcement strategy, which aims to apprehend thousands of undocumented immigrants under the initiative known as 'Operation Swamp Sweep.' This operation is expected to deploy up to 250 federal agents in the area.

Renny Martyn, a former contestant on Big Brother, testified in bankruptcy proceedings of the New Orleans Catholic archdiocese, revealing that she was sexually abused by a priest at the age of six. Her testimony adds to the growing number of survivors coming forward about decades of abuse within the church.

During a recent Cabinet meeting, concerns were raised among Republican insiders regarding former President Trump's detachment from reality, suggesting he is overly surrounded by supporters who reinforce his views. This situation has led to fears that the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement is operating without critical oversight or direction.

Jared Isaacman, nominated by President Trump to lead NASA, is set to testify before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on Wednesday morning. Originally selected for the position in May, his nomination was temporarily withdrawn by Trump for a review of past associations.

Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) reported an increase in graphic and violent threats against his office following former President Trump's remarks urging his arrest for encouraging military personnel to disobey illegal orders. Kelly stated that the volume of threats has surged dramatically, with more received in a single day than in previous months.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's five-hour meeting with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner concluded without a breakthrough on the ongoing Ukraine conflict, as territorial disputes remain unresolved despite what were described as 'constructive' discussions.

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from conducting widespread immigration arrests without warrants or probable cause, following a lawsuit from civil liberties and immigrant rights groups. This ruling emphasizes the necessity of legal standards in immigration enforcement.