President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law on January 29, 2025, aiming to curb illegal immigration by detaining and potentially deporting undocumented immigrants accused of crimes, even before conviction. The act, named after a victim of a crime by an undocumented immigrant, has sparked debate over its implications and costs.
Selena Gomez, the Mexican-American singer and actress, expressed her distress over President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown and deportation policies in a tearful Instagram video. Highlighting the plight of immigrants, especially children, Gomez's emotional appeal and subsequent deletion of the video sparked widespread discussion on immigration reform and the role of celebrities in social justice advocacy.
A potential trade war between the United States and Colombia was avoided after Colombia agreed to accept deportation flights of migrants from the U.S., following threats of punitive tariffs by former President Donald Trump. This resolution highlights the tensions and the broader implications of Trump's immigration policies.
President Donald Trump announced retaliatory measures against Colombia, including tariffs and visa sanctions, after the country refused U.S. military deportation flights. The dispute highlights tensions over U.S. immigration policies and their impact on U.S.-Colombia relations.
Mexico has refused a U.S. military plane carrying deportees from landing, escalating tensions between the two nations following President Trump's re-election and his administration's increased deportation efforts.
The Trump administration has ramped up immigration enforcement, with ICE conducting widespread arrests and deportations, sparking backlash in immigrant communities and sanctuary cities. This includes the use of expedited removal and military planes for deportations, raising concerns over due process and community trust.