Honduras ex-president leaves prison after Trump pardon of drug conviction

President Trump expressed strong opposition to immigrants from Somalia, stating he does not want them in the U.S. This remark comes as federal authorities prepare for an operation targeting Somali immigrants in Minneapolis, raising concerns about increased enforcement actions against this community.

Former President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Juan Orlando Hernández, the former president of Honduras, who was serving a 45-year sentence in the U.S. for drug trafficking and weapons charges. This decision has sparked significant outrage and criticism across Latin America, undermining Trump's narrative of a strong stance against drug trafficking.

Former President Donald Trump has made controversial remarks labeling Somali migrants as 'garbage' and expressing a desire to prevent their entry into the United States, citing concerns about their reliance on social safety nets. This statement reflects Trump's ongoing stance against immigration from certain countries, particularly those he categorizes as 'Third World.'

Michael and Susan Dell have announced a historic donation of $6.25 billion to establish 'Trump Accounts,' which are tax-deferred investment accounts intended to benefit approximately 25 million children in the United States. Each eligible child will receive $250 in their account as part of this initiative.

Salvador Nasralla, the conservative candidate from the Liberal party, is currently leading the presidential contest in Honduras, following a pause in the vote count due to reported technical issues. The latest updates indicate that Nasralla holds a slight advantage over Nasry Asfura, the National Party candidate backed by former President Donald Trump.

Federal authorities are preparing to conduct a targeted immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota, primarily focusing on Somali immigrants living unlawfully in the U.S. This operation is part of a broader initiative to address immigration issues in the state, which has a significant Somali population.

The U.S. State Department has revoked visas for several Mexican airline executives implicated in facilitating migrant smuggling operations to the U.S. border, marking a significant step in the ongoing crackdown on human trafficking networks. This action reflects heightened scrutiny on individuals and organizations suspected of aiding illegal immigration.

In Nigeria, families are increasingly alarmed by the government's failure to prevent mass abductions of students, prompting them to seek assistance from the U.S. This concern has intensified following recent incidents, including the kidnapping of 25 girls from a boarding school in Kebbi State, highlighting the ongoing crisis of student abductions in the country.