Trump administration: Immigration, economy, foreign policy
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt discussed topics including immigration, the economy, foreign affairs and the Israel-Iran conflict.
Florida universities focus on American students amidst Trump's immigration crackdown
Florida colleges and universities are facing significant changes in their international student recruitment policies due to new state legislation and broader uncertainties surrounding student visas.
ICE raids ramp up on Florida's Space Coast with construction workers, landscapers detained
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Wednesday that deputies assisted federal immigration authorities in Cocoa this week, sparking concern among residents and drawing new calls for transparency in immigration enforcement.
ICE arrests over 80 undocumented workers in Louisiana racetrack raid
ICE raided Delta Downs Racetrack in Louisiana, arresting over 80 undocumented workers.
Florida lawmaker's bill would force ICE to share info on where people are being detained and why
Congressman Maxwell Frost has announced new legislation that would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to share information on where and why people are being detained, among other details.
U.S. Rep. demands accountability from ICE
On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a press conference alongside immigration advocacy groups to announce new legislation aimed at strengthening public accountability of ICE detention facilities and protecting due process rights for all. Frost said his “Stop Unlawful Detention and End Mistreatment (SUDEM) Act” would pull back the curtain on immigration detention by requiring all ICE-operated and ICE-affiliated facilities to be held accountable for their processes and actions."
Florida attorney general held in contempt for challenging court's block on immigration law
Judge punishes state official who informed law enforcement they could continue enforcing DeSantis-backed illegal entry statute
NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE
Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears Trump v. Newsom over use of National Guard
A panel of three appellate judges in San Francisco heard arguments by attorneys for President Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, over whether the president has the authority to send in the National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's consent.
700 military personnel sent to Texas, Florida, Louisiana to help ICE
The Department of Defense says 700 military members have been sent to Texas, Florida and Louisiana to help support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Suspected undocumented immigrant arrested on Florida beach for open beer can: affidavit
A man suspected of being in the U.S. illegally was arrested on a Florida beach last week for having an open beer can, according to an arrest affidavit.
Trump orders mass deportations focused on Democratic cities amid growing protests
President Donald Trump has ordered federal immigration officials to prioritize deportations in Democratic-led cities following widespread protests against his immigration policies.
'No Kings Day' protests break out across Central Florida
"No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies, and several have broken out across Central Florida.
Florida sheriff offers stark warning to "No Kings" protesters who attack deputies: 'We will kill you graveyard dead'
Protests against immigration enforcement policies under former President Donald Trump are set to take place across Central Florida this weekend, as part of a nationwide "No Kings" mobilization timed to coincide with a military parade in Washington, D.C.
Florida deportation case highlights challenges for families with U.S.-born children
A family that has lived in the United States for more than two decades is facing a painful separation as deportations continue.