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House DHS Committee Dems Urge Against Passing CR
House Democrats on the Homeland Security Committee are urging colleagues to oppose the continuing resolution returned from the Senate this weekend, warning it would expand immigration enforcement and increase DHS resources without sufficient oversight.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:59:06 EDT
Host Trevor Noah Takes Aim at Nicky Minaj, Goes Easy on Kendrick Lamar at Grammys
Trevor Noah once again roamed through the audience during his monologue to open the Grammy Awards, taking pokes at the stars while standing right next to them, but he saved his most pointed joke for someone who was absent.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:53:09 EDT
Venezuela Releases 30 Prisoners Including Activists
More than 30 people in Venezuela considered to be "political prisoners" were released on Sunday, legal rights group Foro Penal said, as part of a prisoner release process that families have said is too slow.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:22:48 EDT
Billie Eilish, Olivia Dean, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar Win at 2026 Grammy Awards
Billie Eilish won song of the year for "Wildflower" at the 2026 Grammy Awards and used the moment to add her voice to the chorus of musicians criticizing immigration authorities Sunday.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:56:41 EDT
Trump: Dems 'Soft on Crime' at 'Expense' of America
President Donald Trump, who called on the Department of Homeland Security to let Democrat-run sanctuary cities face protesters themselves, blasted Democrats again Sunday for being "soft on crime."
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:37:22 EDT
FAA to Furlough 10,000 Amid Latest Govt Shutdown
The Department of Transportation released a shutdown contingency plan Thursday calling for the furlough of more than 10,000 Federal Aviation Administration employees if the partial government shutdown continues.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:19:00 EDT
Gaza's Crucial Rafah Crossing Prepares for Limited Travel to Resume Monday
Palestinians in Gaza watched with hope and impatience Sunday as workers laid the groundwork to reopen the territory's Rafah border crossing with Egypt, its lifeline to the world.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:12:58 EDT
Disney Board Close to Picking Parks Chief D'Amaro as Next CEO
The board of Walt Disney Co. is close to promoting theme-park division chairman Josh D'Amaro to the role of chief executive officer and will vote on naming a new leader next week, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday citing people familiar with the matter.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:24:01 EDT
Trump Takes Bow on US Passing Japan in Steel Production
President Donald Trump hailed the United States surpassing Japan in steel output in 2025, the first year of his second term.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:08:29 EDT
Trump: Trump Kennedy Center to Close July 4 for 2 Years
President Donald Trump announced plans to temporarily close the Trump Kennedy Center for two years for an extensive revitalization and rebuilding project, saying a full shutdown is necessary to achieve higher construction quality and faster completion.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:56:35 EDT
Texas Dem Rep.-Elect Menefee May Swear in Monday
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., reportedly will be ready to swear in Rep.-elect Christian Menefee, D-Texas, on Monday if Menefee's office takes the necessary steps.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:30:53 EDT
DHS Lashes Out at 'Doxing' of Alleged Pretti Shooters
The Department of Homeland Security lashed out Sunday at the "doxing" of the names of Customs and Border Protection agents who are alleged to have fatally shot ICE-watch agitator Alex Pretti.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:51:09 EDT
Mayor of Portland, Oregon, Demands ICE Leave City After Agents Gas Protesters
The mayor of Portland, Oregon, demanded U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement leave his city after federal agents launched tear gas at a crowd of demonstrators - including young children - outside an ICE facility during a weekend protest...
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:38:58 EDT
Texas Democrat's Win a 'Wake-up Call' for GOP Ahead of 2026 Elections
A Democrat candidate won a special election for the Texas state senate by a double-digit margin, taking control from Republicans for the first time in decades in a result the losing candidate on Sunday called "a wake-up call" for the midterm elections.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:26:31 EDT
GOP Rep. McCaul: 'Excessive Use of Force Cases Need to Stop'
Federal immigration enforcement must remain focused on removing violent criminals from the country and avoid aggressive tactics that fuel public backlash, according to Rep. Mike McCaul, R-Texas.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:15:24 EDT
Prominent Venezuelan Activist Released After Over 4 Years in Jail
Renowned Venezuelan human rights activist Javier Tarazona was freed Sunday after more than four years in a notorious Caracas prison on charges including terrorism and treason.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:43:50 EDT
Sen. Ron Johnson: Dems Trying to Weaken Immigration Enforcement
Sen. Ron Johnson on Sunday accused Democrats of trying to weaken immigration enforcement by pushing new limits on federal officers following the killings of two American citizens in Minnesota last month.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:28:03 EDT
Trump Endorses N.H.'s John E. Sununu for Senate
President Donald Trump has endorsed John E. Sununu in his campaign for a U.S. Senate seat in New Hampshire, calling him an "America First Patriot" who will advance the Republican agenda in Washington.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:16:05 EDT
US Boosting Mideast Air Defenses Before Iran Strike
The Pentagon is moving additional air defense systems into the Middle East as the U.S. prepares for the possibility of Iranian retaliation should President Donald Trump order strikes against Tehran, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday.
Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:16:51 EDT
More Winter Weather Leads to Heavy Snow, Canceled Flights And, in Florida, Falling Iguanas
A huge swath of the U.S. from the Gulf Coast into New England was mired in extra-cold temperatures Sunday after a bomb cyclone brought heavy snow and hundreds of flight cancellations to North Carolina, flurries and falling iguanas in Florida...