Arellano: Trump has this Latino mother and daughter divided. But the silent treatment won't do

Trump administration officials are considering reversing changes to racial and ethnic categories approved by the Biden administration for the upcoming 2030 census and other federal forms, as indicated by a White House agency official. This review reflects ongoing tensions between the two administrations regarding demographic data collection.

Activists in Los Angeles have sparked controversy by protesting outside a synagogue, openly expressing their disdain for the LAPD and ICE with slogans like 'F- ICE, F- LAPD!' This group has a history of disruptive protests, targeting city officials and law enforcement in their demonstrations against immigration enforcement and police practices.

A recent revolt on Capitol Hill poses significant challenges to President Trump's strategy regarding Venezuela, as lawmakers express concerns over potential military interventions and regime change. This situation has emerged amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, prompting discussions about military options and diplomatic responses.

Carlos Portugal Gouvea, a visiting professor at Harvard, was arrested by ICE after discharging a pellet gun outside a Massachusetts synagogue on the eve of Yom Kippur. He claimed he was unaware of the holiday or the location of his actions. Following the incident, his temporary nonimmigrant visa was revoked by the US Department of Homeland Security, which described the event as an 'anti-semitic shooting incident.'

Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.) reported that a 'very aggressive' ICE officer pepper-sprayed her during a protest against an ICE operation at Taco Giro in Tucson, where community members attempted to halt the actions of approximately 40 masked officers targeting individuals in the area.

A new immigration bill backed by Democrats aims to phase out private detention centers by 2029 and could potentially strip ICE of its detention powers, raising concerns among critics who argue it may lead to the complete cessation of federal immigration enforcement.

Former President Donald Trump has faced backlash after making derogatory remarks about Somali immigrants, labeling them as 'garbage' and suggesting they should leave the United States. This statement was made during a media event where he criticized Representative Ilhan Omar and referenced alleged fraud in Minnesota, claiming that Somalians have harmed the state.

The US Department of Justice has announced a policy shift to eliminate protections for LGBTQ+ individuals against sexual abuse in prisons, stating that prisons will no longer be held accountable for violations of standards designed to prevent harassment and assault. This change, outlined in a memo, also directs inspectors to cease auditing facilities for compliance with these protections.