Pope Leo criticizes Trump admin migrant policy

The Trump administration's Interior Department has proposed reviving changes to the Endangered Species Act regulations that were initially made during Trump's first term and later reversed by President Biden. These changes aim to roll back protections for endangered species and their habitats.

A federal judge is set to revive contempt proceedings against Trump administration officials for failing to comply with his order to halt deportation flights to El Salvador. The proceedings had been on hold while the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reviewed the case. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg is now moving forward with the inquiry.

Senator Marco Rubio has ordered restitution for staffers who were denied promotions under the Biden administration's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) standards. This decision affects 295 employees and includes pay increases and commendations. The move highlights ongoing discussions around workplace equity and the implications of DEI policies.

Pope Leo has criticized the treatment of immigrants in the United States, describing it as 'extremely disrespectful.' His comments align with a recent statement from US bishops condemning mass deportations and immigration raids under the Trump administration, highlighting the fear and anxiety these policies have caused among vulnerable populations.

The Trump administration and Russian officials are reportedly working on a revised peace plan inspired by the situation in Gaza to address the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Moscow, which has lasted for 33 months.

The Trump administration is proposing to suspend 38 universities, including Harvard and Yale, from a federal research partnership program due to their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring practices. An internal memo indicates that institutions openly engaging in DEI policies will be excluded from the Diplomacy Lab, which connects university researchers with state department policy offices.

Novo Nordisk announced on Monday a reduction in prices for its weight loss and diabetes medications, following a recent agreement with the Trump administration. The monthly cost for Wegovy injections (0.25 mg and 0.5 mg) and Ozempic will be set at $199 for new self-pay patients until March 31, 2026. This move aims to make these essential medications more accessible to cash customers.

The Trump administration is reportedly deploying 250 federal border agents to Louisiana and Mississippi as part of a significant immigration crackdown targeting nearly 5,000 individuals. This operation, referred to as 'Swamp Sweep,' is part of a broader effort by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce immigration laws more stringently in these states.