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What We Know About College Activists Detained by Federal Agents

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Almost ten recognized students and teachers from various universities nationwide have been arrested by federal authorities due to the Trump administration’s enforcement of stricter immigration policies. These actions particularly target pro-Palestinian student groups and those critical of Israeli policies on campus grounds. A significant number of individuals who were held have received permission to reside in the U.S., whether as permanent inhabitants or via provisional work or study permits. Nevertheless, their entitlements could now be challenged due to recent broad-ranging immigration directives. These measures worry certain legal authorities who believe they might be excessively employed to suppress oppositional voices. On Thursday, when addressing journalists, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that over 300 visas — "mostly student visas with some visitor visas included" — had been canceled as per his instructions. However, Rubio didn’t clarify the number lin...

Tracking Trump's Deportation Flights: Ex-J.P. Morgan Exec Reveals All

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The proposal by the Trump administration to revive the AlienEnemiesAct of 1798 had been under consideration well before March 15, although the exact timeline remained unclear. On that day, immigration lawyers headed to federal court aiming to prevent the government from invoking this exceptional wartime power, which permits deportations without proper legal procedures. At the time, there were minimal indications suggesting that the White House planned to utilize this act to transport groups of Venezuelans via airplane to be housed in a detention facility in El Salvador. The initial individual to inform the public about these flight operations wasn’t someone from an official capacity, legal background, or press; rather, it was Tom Cartwright—a former J.P. Morgan executive residing in Ohio. He posted on social media, "TWO EXTREMELY UNUSUAL FLIGHTS WITH HEAVY ICING CONDITIONS heading from Harlingen to El Salvador." Noting this irregularity, he mentioned that U.S. Immigrati...

Rubio Admits: Immigrants Jailed Over Political Beliefs

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio clearly states that President Donald Trump's administration is focusing on detaining and deporting immigrants who back the incorrect causes. In the wake of This week's apprehension of Tufts University graduate student Rumesya Ozturk (who was lawfully present in the United States with an F-1 visa that was later canceled) large-scale demonstrations have been occurring In the Boston, Massachusetts suburb of Somerville, drawing in thousands of supporters. Ozturk authored an opinion piece last year in the Tufts Daily requesting that her school remove its investments from Israel because of the country's actions against Palestinian civilians. Ozturk was heading out to join some friends for breaking her Ramadan fast when several masked agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stopped her on the sidewalk and took her into an unmarked car. Currently, she is being held in federal custody in Louisiana as she awaits deportati...

Cornell Student Activist Blocked From Halting Deportation Proceedings Immediately

Syracuse, N.Y. (AP) — On Thursday, a judge decided not to temporarily halt the actions of the U.S. government aimed at deporting individuals. a Cornell University student whose visa was canceled due to his involvement in protests at school. U.S. District Judge Elizabeth Coombe likewise denied Momodou Taal's petition to stop the implementation of two presidential executive orders that triggered this issue. a recent crackdown On international students who, similar to him, have participated in pro-Palestinian activities. The authorities claim they canceled Taal’s student visa due to his supposed participation in "disturbing protests," along with failing to comply with university regulations and fostering an unwelcoming atmosphere for Jewish students. This PhD candidate in Africana studies, who holds citizenship from both the United Kingdom and Gambia, faced suspension during the previous autumn following a disruption caused by a cluster of pro-Palestinian demonst...

Graduate Student Detained by ICE at University of Alabama, Institution Confirms

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Federal immigration authorities have taken into custody a PhD student from the University of Alabama who holds Iranian citizenship, as confirmed by the institution and ICE documents. Alireza Doroudi, an Iranian PhD candidate in mechanical engineering, is presently detained at an unknown location as per ICE records. It wasn't immediately obvious why he was detained. The University of Alabama stated, “We were informed that one of our doctoral students was apprehended near campus by federal immigration officials.” The institution noted, “Due to federal confidentiality regulations, we cannot disclose extensive information regarding this particular student. We hold all international scholars attending our university as integral parts of our academic community, and support services for these individuals are accessible through the International Student and Scholar Services should they require guidance or clarification.” "United Airlines has and will keep adhering to a...

Des Moines Airport Set to Resume Nonstop Flights to L.A.

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Following Allegiant Air’s announcement earlier this month that they would terminate its continuous seasonal service to Los Angeles From Des Moines International Airport, an additional airline is launching a new non-stop service to America's second-biggest metropolis. American Airlines announced plans for daily flights to Los Angeles International Airport beginning in October. By adding this route, American Airlines will provide direct flights to a total of nine destinations from Des Moines. These include Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C., as well as seasonal trips to Miami and new services heading to Philadelphia starting in June. As we approach the 2020 election, attention turns to Iowa. Sign up for updates on all matters related to Iowa politics sent directly to your email. The announcement restores Des Moines International's direct flight destinations to a total of 33. We're delighted that American Airline...

Canadian Actor From 'American Pie' Speaks Out After Being Detained by ICE for 12 Days

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Jasmine Mooney has broken her silence following she was arrested by the United States U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents detained her. Following a period of 12 days across various establishments in the Southwest, the American Pie Presents: The Book of Love the actor stated during an interview with CTV News At the Vancouver International Airport on Saturday, she said she was "still processing" precisely what occurred to her. "I haven't had sleep for some time and haven't consumed real meals in ages, so I'm merely going through the motions," she shared. the network. On March 3, Mooney was apprehended when she crossed the San Ysidro border from Mexico into San Diego. She possessed an unfinished form for a TN work visa under NAFTA; her initial approval had been suddenly rescinded. according to her mother, Alexis Eagles. The Eagles stated that her daughter was kept at the border for three nights before be...

Paradise Islands Offer Citizenship for Less Than £36,000

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Didn't you catch wind of it? For only $105,000, you can purchase citizenship to a tropical island paradise these days. The island country of Nauru located in the Pacific is offering passports to foreign nationals for $105,000 (£81,000) as part of an effort to generate funding for its climate emergency reserve. Soaring sea levels are swiftly eroding Nauru’s coastlines. In reaction, the nation’s leadership is considering a large-scale move inland; however, they are facing difficulties in securing funding for this initiative. Approximately ninety percent of the island's inhabitants will likely have to relocate to elevated areas due to sea levels surrounding Nauru increasing at a rate one point five times quicker than the worldwide average. Many nations provide citizenship in return for significant financial investments or property purchases. However, certain options may stand out specifically to wealthy Britons looking for opportunities. In fact, several stunning t...

What Is the Alien Enemies Act of 1798? The Wartime Law Trump Aims to Use for Faster Deportations

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The Trump administration is apparently considering invoking a wartime measure to expedite deportation processes. Four individuals acquainted with the discussions informed CNN. The AlienEnemiesActof1798wouldgrantthepresidentextensiverightstoremoveundocumentedimmigrants;however,itshasonlybeenusedinactualwartimes,andlegalexpertsthinkdifferentlyonthisissue. it has been mentioned that President Trump would probably encounter opposition in court if he were to utilize it. The Venezuelan criminal organization known as Tren de Aragua, which operates within the U.S. and various other nations, could become a primary focus for expulsion under this legislation, as reported by the source. The president mentioned this development. Donald Trump Has already directed his team to classify the organization as a a foreign terrorist group aiming to utilize the legislation to expel its members. The Trump administration might disclose intentions to employ this statute as early as Friday. Thi...