Professor visiting Harvard arrested by ICE agrees to leave country

Arizona Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva reported being pepper sprayed during a protest against an ICE operation at Taco Giro, a local restaurant in Tucson. The demonstration aimed to halt the actions of ICE agents who were reportedly targeting individuals at the establishment. Grijalva, who frequently visits the restaurant, expressed her commitment to standing against federal immigration enforcement actions that disrupt local communities.

A judge in California has expressed skepticism regarding the Trump administration's justification for maintaining control over national guard troops deployed in Los Angeles amid ongoing protests related to immigration raids. The federal government had federalized the state's national guard in June, deploying approximately 4,000 troops despite opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom, who deemed the move unprecedented and illegal, prompting a lawsuit from the state.

Jacelynn Guzman, a 23-year-old U.S. citizen, was filmed on home security video being pursued by masked federal agents in New Orleans, expressing her confusion over being targeted, which she attributes to her ethnicity. This incident occurred amid heightened immigration enforcement actions under the Trump administration, raising concerns about racial profiling in such operations.

The CDC advisory panel voted to limit hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns, a significant shift reflecting the Trump administration's controversial stance on vaccine guidelines. This decision follows a tumultuous meeting that raised concerns about misinformation and public health implications.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced plans to expand the U.S. travel ban to over 30 countries, following a recent incident involving the fatal shooting of a National Guard member by an Afghan national. This expansion reflects ongoing national security concerns and aims to address perceived threats from specific nations.

The US military conducted a strike in the Caribbean, resulting in the deaths of four individuals believed to be involved in drug smuggling. This attack has drawn renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration's military campaign against alleged drug traffickers in the region.

Dozens of individuals have been detained in New Orleans as part of the Trump administration's ongoing immigration crackdown, which has entered its second day. The operation has instilled fear within local immigrant communities, with many residents opting to hide rather than risk arrest in public spaces such as shopping areas and bus stops.

The U.S. State Department has announced plans to deny H-1B visas to fact checkers and others, citing concerns over censorship. This decision is part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration aimed at regulating online content moderation, particularly affecting tech companies that rely on these visas for skilled workers.