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January 31, 2025
Immigration
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Dem-Run Border Town Declares Emergency Over Trump Deportations.

A Democrat-run border town in Arizona has declared a state of emergency, claiming President Donald J. Trump’s illegal alien deportation policies could impact the local economy. Douglas City Council’s Democrat Mayor, Jose Grijalva, declared the state of emergency this week. The Arizona town, located close to the Mexican border, is tied economically to Agua Prieta, Mexico, just two miles away.

Mayor Grijalva claims that this move is not politically motivated, but the declaration passed the council with a narrow 3-2 vote.

Douglas is a small town in Cochise County, Arizona, home to approximately 16,500 residents, while Agua Prieta has around 91,000 people. Grijalva claims residents of the Mexican account for “around 70 percent of our sales tax and any border policies effect our economy”—although this should not be an issue for Douglas if its customers from Agua Prieta are entering the U.S. legally.

So far, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) has arrested over a thousand illegals across the country, many of them wanted for serious crimes up to and including murder. President Trump’s Border Czar, Tom Homan, has stated that ICE is currently prioritizing dangerous criminals for deportation but that all illegals fall under ICE’s purview.

Immediately after his inauguration on January 20, President Trump closed the major border crossing at El Paso, Texas, as part of his policy to secure the southern border. El Paso saw waves of illegals flood across the border from Mexico under the previous Biden-Harris regime, including an incident in March of last year where migrants started a riot, attacking National Guard troops.

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Trump Set to Miss CPAC, Breaking Decade-Long Streak.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald Trump is not currently scheduled to attend this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Texas, marking the first time in a decade he may miss the event.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, CPAC organizers, and a roster of administration officials, including Border Czar Tom Homan and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.

📍WHEN & WHERE: CPAC will be held from Thursday to Saturday in Grapevine, Texas, near Dallas.

🎯IMPACT: Trump’s potential absence would mark a significant shift for CPAC, eroding its reputation as a major platform for his political messaging and influence within the Republican Party.

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President Donald J. Trump is planning to skip this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Texas, according to the White House. Still, administration officials note that his plans could change at the last minute.

The absence would mark the first time in a decade that President Trump has missed the annual, corporate-financed political conference. In 2016, he skipped CPAC to focus on his campaign during the Republican primary. Since then, he has been a regular presence at CPAC, using it to rally supporters, refine his political messaging, and solidify his influence within the Republican Party.

This year’s CPAC, held in Grapevine, Texas, comes as the Trump White House navigates fractures in the President’s political base amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli military conflict with the Islamic Republic of Iran, and ongoing American economic struggles with prices and lackluster jobs numbers. The Iran strikes have revived old divisions in the Republican Party, with more hawkish elements—including Trump himself—facing mounting resistance from the MAGA base, which tends to embrace a more America First, noninterventionist foreign policy stance.

The National Pulse reported last week that Trump-friendly pollster JL Partners had found that the President’s approval rating has dropped to just 42 percent, the lowest of his presidency. According to the survey, the Iran war and inflation fears are key reasons for the decline. Twenty-eight percent of respondents disapproved of Trump’s handling of the Middle East, up from 20 percent earlier this month. Among Trump voters, support for the war has decreased from 75 percent to 61 percent, while opposition has risen to 22 percent.

Still, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed claims of internal division among Trump supporters, stating, “As I’ve said repeatedly, Americans trust President Trump as their Commander-in-Chief and support his efforts to eliminate terrorist threats and keep us safe.”

CPAC will still feature numerous administration officials and allies, including White House Border Czar Tom Homan, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, and Education Secretary Linda McMahon.

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Economy
War

Energy Agency Urges Slower Driving and Avoiding Air Travel to Conserve Energy Due to Iran Conflict.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The International Energy Agency (IEA) proposed ten measures to reduce global energy consumption, citing the ongoing Iran conflict as a significant factor in high energy prices.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The IEA, led by executive director Fatih Birol, along with its 32 member nations, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Japan.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The recommendations were issued recently amidst the Gulf conflict, with global implications for energy markets.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I believe the world has not yet well understood the depth of the energy security challenge we are facing,” said Fatih Birol.

🎯IMPACT: The proposals aim to alleviate global energy challenges, though Birol warned recovery could take months even if the Strait of Hormuz is reopened.

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The world’s top globalist intergovernmental energy organization, the International Energy Agency (IEA), is urging nations to adopt new policy measures to curb fuel consumption as the oil market continues to experience price volatility amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The IEA has outlined 10 suggestions, including reducing driving speed limits, promoting public transportation, avoiding air travel, and encouraging remote work.

Fatih Birol, the IEA’s executive director, described the current situation—with the effective closure of the vital oil and gas shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz—as “the greatest global energy security threat in history.” He emphasized the need for governments to take proactive steps, acknowledging that such measures could be politically challenging but necessary given the circumstances.

“I believe the world has not yet well understood the depth of the energy security challenge we are facing,” Birol stated, adding, “It is much bigger than what we had in the 1970s… It is also bigger than the natural gas price shock we experienced after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.”

Several Asian nations have already implemented emergency measures to conserve energy. For example, air conditioning temperatures are restricted in Bangladesh and Thailand, while Pakistan and the Philippines have introduced four-day workweeks for public servants. Other recommendations include car-sharing initiatives, limiting air travel, and switching to electric cooking to preserve liquid petroleum gas for essential uses.

Birol noted that IEA member nations recently agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves, with the possibility of additional releases to ease economic strain. He pointed to historical responses to energy crises, such as the development of nuclear power plants and advancements in fuel efficiency, as examples of effective strategies.

Looking ahead, Birol expects increased investment in renewable energy, battery technology, and nuclear power. However, he stressed that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is the “single most important solution” to the current crisis. However, even with restored access, it could take months for the region’s energy infrastructure to fully recover from Iranian missile and drone strikes.

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Ex-CBS Man Scott MacFarlane Joins Far-Left, Diddy-Linked ‘MeidasTouch’ Network.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Scott MacFarlane announced his move from CBS News to the far-left MeidasTouch Network as its chief Washington correspondent.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Scott MacFarlane and the MeidasTouch Network.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announcement made Monday via social media platform X.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I’m not an opinionist, not an editorialist. I’m far from a politician. I’m an enterprise reporter. Have been for a quarter century,” MacFarlane claimed.

🎯IMPACT: MacFarlane will anchor a daily program and contribute to the far-left platform’s “pro-democracy” messaging.

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Former CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane announced on Monday that he is joining the MeidasTouch Network as its chief Washington correspondent. The media group, which describes itself as a “pro-democracy news network,” has a podcast that has been rated “hyper-partisan left” with “unreliable” and “problematic” reliability by independent media bias evaluators. It is widely known for spreading hoaxes about President Donald J. Trump during the 2024 election campaign, and was praised by the former Biden government as the “front lines” of their anti-Trump efforts.

MeidasTouch was founded by the Meiselas brothers, whose father, Kenny Meiselas, represented Sean “Diddy” Combs as his personal attorney for over 20 years. Co-founder Ben Meiselas interned for Combs and facilitated his entry into Democratic politics. Notably, Democrat megadonor and Epstein Island visitor Reid Hoffman was an early funder of the network, and Soros Fund Management has expressed interest in bankrolling it.

MacFarlane will anchor a daily program titled Scott MacFarlane Reports and contribute his enterprise reporting to the platform. In a message posted on X, MacFarlane claimed, “I’m not an opinionist, not an editorialist. I’m far from a politician. I’m an enterprise reporter. Have been for a quarter century.”

However, he also declared he aligns with the MeidasTouch Network’s principles, saying, “It’s important when we underscore how significant this moment is, this moment of unique political toxicity and unique political danger. MeidasTouch and I have long shared this same philosophy—you don’t platform lies. You don’t platform conspiracy theories. And you don’t allow for the whitewashing of history.”

Far from not being an outlet that editorializes, MeidasTouch’s Editor-in-Chief, Ron Filipkowski, has likened his organization’s behavior on social media to political arson and asked why the Democrats do not spread more “deceptive clips” online.

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World

Meloni Loses Referendum on Italian Judicial Reform.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Italian voters rejected a judicial reform backed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, with the “No” camp securing 54 percent of the vote.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Giorgia Meloni, her right-wing governing coalition, Italian opposition parties, and Italian voters.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The referendum results were released on Monday in Italy.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Italian voters have decided and we respect their decision,” said Giorgia Meloni.

🎯IMPACT: The defeat raises questions about the stability of Meloni’s coalition and the future of her leadership.

IN FULL

Italian voters handed Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government a clear defeat by rejecting her proposed judicial reforms in a referendum. Figures released by the Italian Interior Ministry showed the “No” side taking 54 percent of the vote against 46 percent for the government-backed “Yes” campaign.

Participation reached an unexpectedly high of nearly 59 percent after an intense campaign. Opposition parties and civil society organizations claimed the reform threatened judicial independence, while Meloni’s coalition described it as essential to addressing chronic issues in Italy’s court system.

The proposal would have separated the professional paths of judges and prosecutors and restructured the High Judicial Council that oversees magistrates. Critics maintained that the changes risked concentrating too much authority in the executive branch and weakening the system of checks and balances.

In a video posted on Instagram, Meloni stated, “Italian voters have decided and we respect their decision.” She reaffirmed her commitment to serving out her full mandate through 2027. Even so, the outcome has laid bare divisions inside her coalition and raised questions about its viability.

Left-wing commentators feared Meloni, who campaigned on a strong pro-borders, anti-mass migration platform, would be the most right-wing leader in Europe since Benito Mussolini when she entered office in late 2022, but her record has been patchy. While illegal immigration to Italy has reduced significantly in recent months, it surged dramatically in her first year in office. Legal immigration has also increased. Much of her early focus was on supporting Volodymyr Zelensky in Ukraine—an issue of relatively marginal concern to her core voters.

In 2023, former President of the European Parliament Martin Schulz bragged that the European Union (EU) had “disciplined” Meloni into abandoning much of her election platform.

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66% of Independent Voters Say Trump Admin Not Focused Enough on Domestic Issues.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: New polling data continues to show U.S. voters believe President Donald J. Trump is too focused on conflicts abroad and not enough on problems plaguing Americans at home.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, American voters, YouGov, CBS News, and The National Pulse Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The poll was conducted from March 17-20 and released on Monday, March 23, 2026.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I’m not afraid to look down the barrel of the camera and say to the Trump administration, that because of all of these foreign trips and foreign focus over the last year, you have squandered what could have been, otherwise, an electorally palatable night.” — Raheem Kassam

🎯IMPACT: The data found 66 percent of independents—one of the, if not the most, critical voting block in U.S. elections—say the Trump administration is “focused too little” on domestic matters.

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New polling data continues to show U.S. voters believe President Donald J. Trump is too focused on conflicts abroad and not enough on problems plaguing Americans at home. A survey of American voters, conducted by YouGov on behalf of CBS News from March 17-20, found 66 percent of independents—one of the, if not the most, critical voting block in U.S. elections—say the Trump administration is “focused too little” on domestic matters.

The poll is a stark warning for President Trump, especially with several other recent surveys showing plummeting support for Operation Epic Fury—the ongoing U.S.-Israeli military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran he authorized on February 28. Concerningly, the data also indicates that Trump’s overall approval rating remains significantly underwater ahead of the 2026 congressional midterm elections this November, with just 40 percent of voters approving of the job he is doing, while 60 percent disapprove. Especially troubling is that just 36 voters approve of his handling of the economy, while 64 percent disapprove.

Last November, The National Pulse Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam warned the Trump White House that its focus on foreign policy and diplomatic trips abroad was hurting its domestic agenda. “And in the last year, I’m afraid to say it, but I’m not afraid to look down the barrel of the camera and say to the Trump administration, that because of all of these foreign trips and foreign focus over the last year, you have squandered what could have been, otherwise, an electorally palatable night,” Kassam told British political commentator Harry Cole.


The YouGov data shows that voters share a similar sentiment, with 61 percent rating the U.S. economy as either “fairly bad” or “very bad.”

Meanwhile, 62 percent say they disapprove of President Trump’s handling of the conflict with Iran, indicating that even on the foreign policy front, the administration is losing ground with the electorate.

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IEA Chief Says Iran War Poses ‘Greatest Energy Threat in HISTORY,’ Recovery Could Take Over 6 Months.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Iran war has resulted in a severe energy shock, affecting global oil and gas flows.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), and global governments.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Recent events in the Gulf region, impacting energy hubs like South Pars and Ras Laffan.

💬KEY QUOTE: “It will be six months for some [sites] to be operational, others much longer.” – Fatih Birol

🎯IMPACT: Potential long-term policy changes and shifts in global energy strategies.

IN FULL

The Iran war has sparked what Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), calls the most severe energy disruption ever recorded. He warned that repairing infrastructure and resuming normal oil and gas shipments from the Gulf could require six months or more.

Birol, a key voice on worldwide energy stability, described the situation as “the greatest global energy security threat in history.” The disruption has cut off about one-fifth of global oil and gas supplies—roughly double the amount Europe lost due to reduced Russian flows in 2022.

This crisis exceeds the scale of the 1970s oil shocks, which triggered widespread recessions and fuel restrictions. Recent escalations, including missile strikes by Israel and Iran on critical facilities such as Iran’s South Pars gas field and Qatar’s Ras Laffan complex, drove oil prices close to $120 per barrel.

Birol pointed out the extended timeline for recovery, noting that while certain facilities might restart within six months, full restoration at others could take considerably longer. The fallout is likely to drive major shifts in international energy strategies, much like those seen after previous major supply crises.

He noted that more than 40 percent of current nuclear power capacity emerged in response to earlier disruptions, alongside gains in automotive fuel efficiency and changes in global trade patterns.

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4 hours ago
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‘There’s No Way We Can Absorb the Cost’ – Airline Chiefs Warn of Rocketing Fuel Prices.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The CEO of Lufthansa, Europe’s largest airline, announced fare increases due to rising costs caused by the Iran war.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Carsten Spohr, Lufthansa, and travelers.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Prices have been rising over recent weeks as the Iran war and its consequences impact global airlines.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Our average profit is about €10 per passenger, there’s no way you can absorb the additional cost.” – Carsten Spohr

🎯IMPACT: Passengers worldwide may face higher ticket prices.

IN FULL

Carsten Spohr, CEO of Lufthansa, has said that fare increases are unavoidable for the carrier amid rising fuel costs, while expressing concern that higher ticket prices could hurt long-term passenger demand. “Our average profit is about €10 per passenger, there’s no way you can absorb the additional cost,” he explained.

The airline sector is grappling with its most serious downturn since the COVID-19 era. The ongoing war in Iran has led to numerous flight cancellations and inflicted heavy financial losses on leading carriers, with the 20 largest publicly listed airlines losing roughly $53 billion in market value.

Travelers on routes that extend well past the Gulf area should brace for notable fare hikes over the coming months, as airlines work to protect their margins against escalating expenses. Jet fuel costs—a key operating expense for carriers—have roughly doubled amid the U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran, intensifying the pressure on the entire industry.

Notably, an announcement by President Donald J. Trump that he is providing Iran with a five-day window to negotiate a ceasefire had an immediate effect on oil prices, as well as the Dow Jones. Trump made the announcement in response to what he described as “the tenor and tone of… in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations” with the Iranians.

Elements of the Iranian regime have denied that any negotiations have taken place, but the U.S. believes that, due to the heavy losses inflicted on its command and control, some of its leaders are simply unaware of what its other leaders are doing.

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4 hours ago
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Here’s Who Trump’s Been Talking To in Tehran, According to Reports.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Reports indicate that the Trump administration is engaging with Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran’s parliamentary speaker, as part of backchannel talks.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald Trump, special envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Discussions were confirmed on Monday as President Trump spoke to reporters before boarding Air Force One.

💬KEY QUOTE: “A top person,” President Trump said, declining to provide further clarity on the Iranian official.

🎯IMPACT: Backchannel talks reportedly paused U.S. plans to strike Iran’s power infrastructure, though Iran’s Foreign Ministry denies the claims.

IN FULL

The Trump administration’s mystery contact in Iran has been identified by reports as Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the country’s parliamentary speaker, according to sources who have spoken to the Jerusalem Post newspaper.

Amichai Stein, with i24 news and the Jerusalem Post, added: “Advanced talks are underway to schedule a meeting this week between senior US and Iranian officials in Islamabad, Pakistan.”

This revelation follows President Donald Trump’s comments on Monday, where he suggested that the U.S. was engaging with a figure of significant authority inside Tehran.

Speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, Trump was asked about the U.S. negotiation team, involving special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and their Iranian counterpart. The president described the contact as “a top person” but refrained from providing additional details.

When questioned about Iran’s newly named supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, Trump stated that the U.S. had not been in communication with him. Khamenei has not been seen publicly since his appointment and is believed to be injured and in hiding.

Trump added, “Don’t forget: We’ve wiped out the leadership phase one, phase two and largely phase three. But we’re dealing with a man who I believe is the most respected and the leader, you know it’s a little tough, they’ve wiped out — we’ve wiped out everybody.”

The Jerusalem Post later identified the senior Iranian figure involved in the talks as Ghalibaf. Trump confirmed via Truth Social that he had paused plans to strike Iran’s power infrastructure after what he described as “PRODUCTIVE” communication channels were opened with the Iranian official. However, Iran’s Foreign Ministry has denied these claims.

The discussions came amidst heightened tensions, with the U.S. issuing a 48-hour ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping route. In response, Iran threatened to “irreversibly destroy” critical infrastructure across the region, including water systems, should U.S. strikes occur.

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5 hours ago
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War

Dow Surges, Price of Oil Falls as Trump Gives Iran a Chance to Make Peace.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Dow Jones surged nearly 1,000 points after President Donald J. Trump postponed an ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Wall Street analysts, and global investors.

📍WHEN & WHERE: March 23, 2026, with developments centered on the Strait of Hormuz and global markets.

💬KEY QUOTE: “At least now there is a line of sight toward resolution.” – Adam Crisafulli, Wall Street analyst.

🎯IMPACT: Stock markets rallied, and oil prices dropped, but economic uncertainty persists as the status of negotiations remains unclear.

IN FULL

On Monday morning, the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed close to 1,000 points, marking a gain of about 2.2 percent, after President Donald J. Trump announced he was postponing his ultimatum that required Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its power grid. This decision followed what Trump called “good and productive” discussions with Tehran. The S&P 500 rose by 1.7 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite jumped by two percent.

The announcement led to a sharp drop in oil prices, with Brent crude declining nearly ten percent and West Texas Intermediate falling nine percent. This relief came after Trump had warned over the weekend that he would “obliterate” Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz—a vital route carrying roughly 20 percent of global oil, as well as a large share of global fertilizer supplies—was not reopened by Monday evening. In response, Iran threatened to strike the energy facilities of Israel and U.S. allies.

Trump declared a five-day suspension of any potential U.S. military action against Iran on Monday, saying, “Based on the tenor and tone of… in-depth, detailed, and constructive conversations, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five-day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions.”.

Wall Street analyst Adam Crisafulli commented, “The global economy was teetering on the edge of a precipice… but at least now there is a line of sight toward resolution.”

Notably, Iran’s Foreign Ministry has denied Trump’s claim of ongoing negotiations—but command control within Iran has been devastated, and the Trump administration believes some elements of the regime may not be aware yet of what its surviving leadership structure is doing.

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5 hours ago
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Trump Orders ICE Agents to Forgo Masks at Airports as They Help TSA Through Dem Shutdown.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump instructed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents assisting at airports during the government shutdown not to wear masks.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, ICE agents, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY).

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announced on Truth Social on Monday amid the ongoing partial government shutdown, affecting airports across the United States.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I would greatly appreciate, however, NO MASKS, when helping our Country out of the Democrat caused MESS at the airports, etc. Thank you!” – President Trump

🎯IMPACT: Over the weekend, Democrat lawmakers, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-MD) and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), bizarrely claimed that ICE agents may shoot American airline passengers.

IN FULL

President Donald J. Trump announced on Truth Social that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents would be deployed to assist the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at airports across the United States during the partial government shutdown. On Monday morning, Trump instructed these agents not to wear masks while on duty at their respective airports.

“I am a BIG proponent of ICE wearing masks as they search for, and are forced to deal with, hardened criminals, many of whom were let into our Country by Sleepy Joe Biden and his wonderful “Border Czar,” Kamala (she never even went to the Border!), through their absolutely INSANE Open Border Policy,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social on Monday. He continued, “I would greatly appreciate, however, NO MASKS, when helping our Country out of the Democrat caused MESS at the airports, etc.”

Over the weekend, Trump announced that “ICE will be going to airports to help our wonderful TSA Agents who have stayed on the job despite the fact that the Radical Left Democrats, who are only focused on protecting hard line criminals who have entered our Country illegally, are endangering the USA by holding back the money that was long ago agreed to with signed and sealed contracts, and all.” He added, “But watch, no matter how great a job ICE does, the Lunatics leading the incompetent Dems will be highly critical of their work. THEY WILL DO A FANTASTIC JOB. The great Tom Homan is in charge!!!”

The announcement that ICE agents would be used to backfill for TSA agents who have either called in sick or quit amid the Senate Democrats’ ongoing partial government shutdown prompted some Democrat lawmakers to claim that ICE’s presence was a danger to passengers. “We believe that taxpayer dollars should be used to make life more affordable for the American people, not brutalize or kill them,” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-MD) said on Sunday.

Jeffries’s remarks were echoed by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), who wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter), “ICE agents at airports will only aggravate delays & lines—disrupting checks, interrogating travelers, dragging parents from children, detaining citizens, brutalizing families, shooting & even killing.”

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