Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE agents in Minnesota

Representative Ilhan Omar reported that her son, a U.S. citizen, was stopped by ICE agents in Minnesota, raising concerns about racial profiling amid intensified immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. The incident occurred after her son had been shopping, and he was released after presenting his identification.

The Trump administration's recent announcement of a $12 billion bailout for farmers has sparked mixed reactions, with some farmers expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of this one-time financial aid in addressing long-term economic challenges. Many are questioning their reliance on government assistance amid ongoing trade tensions and tariff impacts.

The Trump administration has announced the launch of the Tech Force program, aimed at recruiting 1,000 technologists to assist in the modernization of government operations through artificial intelligence over two-year terms.

Two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an ambush by the Islamic State in Palmyra, Syria, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the identities of the soldiers, emphasizing the ongoing risks faced by U.S. forces in Syria.

Attorneys from the U.S. Department of Justice have alleged that they faced political pressure to accuse the University of California of antisemitism against Jewish students and faculty, a situation described by one lawyer as a 'hit job' orchestrated by the Trump administration. Nine attorneys, some remaining anonymous, reported feeling compelled to conclude that the university system had violated the law before fully assessing the facts, leading to their resignations.

The Trump administration is currently engaged in a legal battle to keep Kilmar Abrego Garcia in detention, as they argue that a federal judge should not interfere with executive branch decisions regarding the custody of illegal immigrants awaiting deportation. This comes after a judge previously ruled that the administration lacked a valid removal order against Garcia, leading to his release from ICE custody.

The Lake Street Church in Evanston, Illinois, has drawn attention for its Nativity scene featuring a baby Jesus wrapped in an emergency blanket with zip ties, while Mary is depicted wearing a gas mask, accompanied by figures in tactical vests labeled 'ICE.' This display is a protest against immigration raids conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

A significant fraud scheme involving the nonprofit Feeding Our Future has been uncovered in Minnesota, revealing a network that exploited federal meal programs intended for low-income children. The scheme, which has been linked to $250 million in misappropriated funds, operated with apparent oversight failures from state officials.