Chabria: Homeland Security says it doesn't detain citizens. These brave Californians prove it has

Community groups in New York City are mobilizing to protect street vendors from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) amid rising fears of immigration raids. On a frigid December day, staff from the Street Vendor Project distributed information on immigration rights to vendors in the Bronx, who expressed anxiety over recent ICE activities targeting their community.

More than 20 members of Congress are demanding accountability from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and homeland security officials after it was revealed that the VA is compiling a report on non-US citizens affiliated with the agency, which will be shared with immigration authorities. This raises concerns about potential intimidation tactics against non-citizens.

A U.S. federal judge has blocked Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was recently released from custody. The ruling came shortly after the judge determined that the Trump administration lacked a valid removal order against him, following a prolonged detention that raised significant legal questions.

Donald Trump criticized Indiana Republican Senate leader after a redistricting effort in the state was blocked, expressing hopes for his defeat in future elections. This incident reflects ongoing tensions within the Republican Party regarding electoral strategies and leadership.

The Trump administration has confirmed the seizure of an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast, an action that underscores the ongoing military operations aimed at exerting pressure on the Venezuelan government led by Nicolás Maduro. This seizure is part of a broader strategy that includes military strikes against alleged drug trafficking activities in the region.

The Department of Homeland Security has signed a nearly $140 million contract with Daedalus Aviation to purchase six Boeing 737 planes intended for deportation operations, with funding sourced from the $170 billion allocated for Trump's border policy.

A federal judge has ruled that grand jury records from the 2019 investigation into Jeffrey Epstein can be unsealed, following a new law passed by Congress last month. This decision allows for the release of materials that have been kept confidential, potentially shedding light on the high-profile case.

The Trump administration has proposed a new plan requiring all tourists to the United States to disclose their social media activity from the past five years, along with personal information such as email addresses, phone numbers, and family details. This initiative is part of a broader effort by Customs and Border Protection under the Department of Homeland Security to enhance security measures for incoming travelers.