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August 7, 2025
News
UK

VP Vance Visits With Unlikely Friend at Country Estate.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy is hosting U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance at Chevening House during Vance’s private family holiday in the UK.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: David Lammy, J.D. Vance, and their families.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Friday, at Chevening House in Kent, UK.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Let me just say on J.D. Vance that I’ve met him now on several occasions, we share a similar working-class backgrounds with addiction issues in our family.” – David Lammy

🎯IMPACT: Strengthened ties between the U.S. and UK, with a focus on shared values and personal connections.

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British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to welcome U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance to Chevening House, a historic Grade 1 listed mansion in Kent, on Friday. The meeting is part of Vance’s private holiday in the UK with his family. According to the White House, the two leaders will discuss “a variety of topics pertaining to the U.S.-UK relationship.” Vance and his family plan to spend most of their time in the Cotswolds and are also expected to visit Hampton Court Palace during their stay.

Lammy and Vance have developed a working relationship since Lammy took on the position of Foreign Secretary last year. The two reportedly bonded over their shared Christian faith and similar experiences with working-class backgrounds and family addiction issues. Lammy previously attended mass at Vance’s residence in Washington during an official visit in March.

Speaking about Vance last summer, Lammy noted, “Let me just say on J.D. Vance that I’ve met him now on several occasions, we share a similar working-class backgrounds with addiction issues in our family. We’ve written books on that, we’ve talked about that, and we’re both Christians. So I think I can find common ground with J.D. Vance.”

Notably, however, Lammy has had a more rocky relationship with President Donald J. Trump. The National Pulse reported last August that the UK Foreign Secretary has referred to the America First leader as a “neo-Nazi sympathizing sociopath” and “tyrant.” Defending his remarks, Lammy argued, “You’re going to struggle to find any politician who has not had things to say about Donald Trump in his first term, particularly on Twitter.”

The visit comes just weeks after President Trump traveled to Scotland for a private visit to his golf courses and met with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen. Trump also agreed to a trade deal with the EU and is expected to return to the UK for a state visit in September.

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August 7, 2025
Crime
Immigration

Transgender Illegal Charged with Child Rape Was Paroled into U.S. Under Biden.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A biological male identifying as a “transgender” woman, who entered the U.S. illegally, is facing trial for the rape of a minor and stalking.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Nicol Alexandra Contreras-Suarez, a Colombian national and illegal immigrant with a lengthy criminal record.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The suspect was paroled into the U.S. by the Biden government in March 2023 and is set to appear before the New York Supreme Court on September 10, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Thanks to the failed sanctuary policies and Biden’s open-border agenda, this serial criminal was freed to prey on innocent American children – but that ends now.” – DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin

🎯IMPACT: The case has reignited debate over sanctuary city policies, “transgender” criminal protections, and border enforcement under the Biden administration.

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Nicol Alexandra Contreras-Suarez, a Colombian transgender woman, is facing serious charges, including first-degree rape of a minor under 17 and stalking. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Contreras-Suarez had previously entered the United States illegally in March 2023 but was released under protocols established during the former Biden regime, despite a notable criminal history.

After initially being apprehended at the San Ysidro Port of Entry in California, Contreras-Suarez was released into the country. Following this release, authorities say he was involved in several criminal incidents in Medford, Massachusetts, where charges were filed for armed robbery, prostitution, and assault with a deadly weapon.

Local sanctuary policies in both Massachusetts and New York reportedly prevented federal immigration authorities from detaining or deporting Contreras-Suarez, allowing him to remain free despite multiple charges. The National Pulse reported in July that Contreras-Suarez raped a 14-year-old boy in the bathroom of a bodega in East Harlem early this year.

It wasn’t until February 2025 that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued a detainer at Manhattan Central Booking, finally enabling federal officials to assume custody. Contreras-Suarez is now incarcerated at Rikers Island and is scheduled to appear before the New York Supreme Court on September 10, 2025.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin issued strong criticism of local and federal policies that allowed Contreras-Suarez to remain at large: “Thanks to the failed sanctuary policies and Biden’s open-border agenda, this serial criminal was freed to prey on innocent American children – but that ends now.”

The case has reignited debate around sanctuary city policies and border enforcement under the former Biden government. At one point under Biden, as many as 15 percent of the women in federal prisons were actually men claiming to be transgender.

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August 7, 2025
Culture
News

Bagpiper Banned from TikTok for Being A Proud Scot?!

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A Scottish bagpiper has faced backlash and social media bans on platforms like TikTok after sharing videos promoting Scottish culture abroad.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Robin Alderslowe, a 20-year-old Scottish bagpiper; and critics, including fellow Scots and social media platforms like TikTok.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Alderslowe has traveled to countries like India, South Korea, and Australia, with his videos recently going viral.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The most core thing about fixing immigration is fixing our own attitudes toward our own self.” — Robin Alderslowe

🎯IMPACT: Alderslowe has been ostracized by some Scots, banned from social media platforms like TikTok, and faced criticism for being vocal about Scottish culture.

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Robin Alderslowe, a 20-year-old bagpiper from Scotland, has stirred debate after posting videos of himself showcasing Scottish culture in various countries. He says his mission is to celebrate and preserve his heritage in a world where Western traditions often face criticism or are becoming diluted.

Traveling to countries such as South Korea, Australia, and India, Alderslowe has gained attention online, some of it supportive, and some not. While audiences abroad have generally responded with curiosity and appreciation, the strongest pushback, he says, has come from his fellow Scots.

“Normally, people think the confused faces of Indian people means they’re angry, but they’re quite pleased to have me there,” Alderslowe explained in a recent media interview. He noted that although his performances are well-received in places like India, he’s faced accusations of racism back home in Scotland. According to Alderslowe, some have even gone so far as to call him a “Nazi” simply for expressing pride in his culture.

This backlash has had real-world consequences. Alderslowe shared that he’s been effectively pushed out of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, a famous destination for street performers. “I can’t play there anymore,” he said, noting that the local busking community has distanced itself from him. Tourists often ask about him using the label “racist bagpiper,” further contributing to his exclusion.

His presence on social media has also been impacted. TikTok has permanently banned his account, while Instagram has restricted some of his functions, including posting and private messaging. Despite these obstacles, Alderslowe remains determined. He insists that cultural pride is not only important but necessary. “If we want to keep our culture the way that it is … then we have to be proud of [that] culture and say it in a loud way,” he said.

He also voiced concern over the growing trend of discouraging Westerners from valuing their heritage. “We’re saying things like, ‘White people don’t have any culture,'” Alderslowe noted. “And to me, the most core thing about fixing immigration is fixing our own attitudes toward our own self, our heritage, our history, and our culture.” He believes being unapologetic and outspoken is key to preserving cultural identity, even if it means facing criticism.

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August 7, 2025
Crime

Over Half of D.C. Carjacking Suspects Are Minors.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Over half of those arrested for carjackings in Washington, D.C., since August 2023 were minors, with some as young as 12 years old.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Juvenile offenders, D.C. police, Attorney General Brian Schwalb (D), Mayor Muriel Bowser (D), and President Donald J. Trump.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Washington, DC; data from August 2023 to present, with a specific incident involving a government staffer on Sunday morning.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The law in D.C. must be changed to prosecute these ‘minors’ as adults, and lock them up for a long time, starting at age 14.” – President Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The rise in juvenile crime has sparked debate over curfews, penalties, and federal intervention in D.C. crime policies.

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Since August 2023, 333 suspects have been arrested for carjackings in Washington, D.C., with 56 percent of those arrests involving individuals under the age of 18. According to police data, many of the juveniles arrested were between 15 and 16 years old, with some as young as 12. Notably, the nation’s capital has seen a concerning number of high–profile incidents involving carjackings in recent years, including the murder of former Trump administration staffer Mike Gill.

The rise in juvenile crime has coincided with a broader increase in vehicle-related offenses. Over the past two years, D.C. has reported 1,046 carjackings, with 72 percent involving a firearm. In contrast, motor vehicle thefts without the owner present have remained steady, with 2,847 cases reported since August 2024 compared to 2,844 in the same period last year.

The issue gained national attention after 19-year-old Edward Coristine, a former staffer with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), was attacked by a group of 10 juveniles while attempting to prevent a carjacking. Two 15-year-olds have been arrested in connection with the assault. President Donald J. Trump responded by calling for tougher penalties on juvenile offenders and warning of a potential federal takeover of D.C. if local leaders fail to address the crime surge.

“Crime in Washington, D.C., is totally out of control. Local ‘youths’ and gang members, some only 14, 15, and 16-year-olds, are randomly attacking, mugging, maiming, and shooting innocent Citizens, at the same time knowing that they will be almost immediately released,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social, adding: “The law in D.C. must be changed to prosecute these ‘minors’ as adults, and lock them up for a long time, starting at age 14… If the D.C. leaders do not clean up their capital city, I will do whatever is necessary to protect our nation’s capital, even if it means taking federal control of the City.”

D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb has pushed back on such proposals, emphasizing rehabilitation for minors. In response to the Coristine case, Schwalb called the attack “horrific and disturbing” and stated, “When MPD brings us cases with sufficient evidence of juveniles who have broken the law and hurt people, we will prosecute them and ensure they face consequences for their actions.” His office has reported a 90 percent prosecution rate for homicide and attempted homicide cases in 2024, as well as high rates for carjacking and violent assault cases. Meanwhile, Mayor Muriel Bowser has implemented curfews for minors, including an 11 PM citywide curfew and earlier curfews in certain neighborhoods.

Image by Brandon Anderson. 

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August 7, 2025
Media
News

MTG Blasts Fox News Viewers.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) criticized Fox News for its aging audience and responded to host Mark Levin calling her a “lunatic.”

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Marjorie Taylor Greene, Mark Levin, and Fox News.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Greene made her comments during an interview on Real America’s Voice News on Wednesday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Fox News better start paying attention, but their problem is most of the people that watch Fox News are very much up in age, the Baby Boomer generation… That’s not the future of America.” – Marjorie Taylor Greene

🎯IMPACT: Greene’s remarks highlight growing divisions within the GOP and her feud with Fox News’s more neoconservative personalities.

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Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is publicly criticizing Fox News and one of its high-profile hosts, Mark Levin, after he labeled her a “lunatic” during an appearance on the network. Levin dismissed Greene’s influence in the Republican Party, saying, “The Republican Party isn’t going the way of Marjorie Taylor Greene or her ilk. No way!” She and Levin, a staunch neoconservative, have been at odds over U.S. military actions, particularly concerning airstrikes on Iranian nuclear targets. Greene has urged a more domestic focus, arguing that internal issues should take priority over foreign conflicts.

Greene responded during an interview with Eric Bolling on Real America’s Voice News, pushing back against Levin’s comments and the platform he used to make them. “Mark has never called me or talked to me in person,” she said. “When he goes on Fox News, the network where he hosts his show, and calls me ‘crazy’ and refers to ‘Marjorie Taylor Greene and her ilk,’ he’s insulting my entire district.”

In that same interview, Greene took aim at Fox News’ viewer demographics, criticizing the network for leaning heavily on an older audience. “Fox News better start paying attention, but their problem is most of the people that watch Fox News are very much up in age, the Baby Boomer generation, who I love, those are my parents, but that’s their biggest audience. That’s not the future of America,” she stated.

Data from Pew Research supports her remarks: nearly 50 percent of Americans aged 65 and up, along with 45 percent of those aged 50 to 64, report regularly getting their news from Fox News. Comparatively, that number drops to 32 percent among people aged 30 to 49, and just 28 percent for those under 30.

Despite Greene’s critique, Fox News recently reported strong growth in viewership, with a 31 percent increase in its key 25–54 demographic between April and June, and a 25 percent rise in total audience numbers.

Though known as a strong ally of President Donald J. Trump, Greene has started to voice disagreements with him and the broader Republican Party on a number of issues, including artificial intelligence and U.S. foreign policy. The Georgia Republican recently questioned her place in the GOP, saying, “I don’t know if the Republican Party is leaving me, or if I’m kind of not relating to the Republican Party as much anymore.”

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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August 7, 2025
News
UK

Pakistani Asylum Seeker Charged for Alleged Rape of 8-Year-Old Girl.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A 43-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker has been charged in London with multiple counts of child sexual abuse, including the alleged rape of an eight-year-old girl.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Kamran Khan, a Pakistani national, and an eight-year-old girl.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Alleged crimes occurred between September 2022 and July 2023 in London; court proceedings took place this week at Inner London Crown Court.

🎯IMPACT: Khan remains in custody and is set to face a seven-day trial in January for the alleged offenses.

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A 43-year-old Pakistani migrant appeared before a British court in London this week on charges of allegedly repeatedly raping an eight-year-old girl. Kamran Khan is charged with two counts of rape, two counts of forcing a child under the age of 13 to engage in a sex act, two counts of forcing a child to witness a sexual activity, and four counts of sexually assaulting a child.

The 43-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker reportedly required the assistance of an Urdu language interpreter while pleading not guilty in court. According to prosecutors, between September of last year and July of this year, Khan raped an eight-year-old girl on two separate occasions.

The prosecution also accuses the migrant of molesting the young girl’s genitals with his hands and penis, and forcing her to watch another person have sex. Khan is scheduled to return to court in January, with a trial that is expected to last around seven days. He will be held in custody until his trial date.

The case is just the latest involving a Pakistani national accused of child sex crimes and comes after a decade of mostly Pakistani child grooming gang activity across the UK.

A recent report admitted that police purposely ignored the ethnic data of the grooming gangs, with some never bothering even to record it. In some cases, local police were even accused of joining the grooming gangs in abusing children. Five victims came forward in the town of Rotherham, with one claiming that at least one police officer also raped her.

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August 7, 2025
News

Mahmoud Khalil to NYT: Palestinians ‘Couldn’t Avoid’ Oct. 7 Massacre.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil defended Hamas’ October 7 terrorist attack on Israel, calling it “unavoidable” and citing Palestinian grievances.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Mahmoud Khalil, a former student activist, journalist Ezra Klein, the New York Times, and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).

📍WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made during an interview this week, addressing the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attack on Israel.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Unfortunately, these horrible things happened, but we cannot ask Palestinians to be perfect victims.” – Mahmoud Khalil

🎯IMPACT: Khalil’s remarks have sparked backlash, with critics pointing to his history of supporting Palestinian terror groups and refusing to condemn Hamas.

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Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University graduate student and prominent pro-Hamas activist, described the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack on Israel as “unavoidable” during an interview with New York Times journalist Ezra Klein. Khalil, who narrowly avoided deportation earlier this year, claimed the attack stemmed from Israel’s alleged disregard for Palestinians and their grievances.

“To me, it felt frightening that we had to reach this moment in the Palestinian struggle,” Khalil said, referencing his experience as an intern with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) at the time of the attack. Khalil argued that Israel’s diplomatic progress with Saudi Arabia under the Abraham Accords ignored Palestinian concerns, which he claimed exacerbated tensions leading to the violence.

Khalil declined to call the attack a “mistake,” stating, “Unfortunately, these horrible things happened, but we cannot ask Palestinians to be perfect victims.” He further alleged that Israel’s actions, including the killing of Palestinians in the West Bank, contributed to the escalation. Khalil also criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claiming he sought a response to justify further actions against Palestinians.

Khalil’s comments come amid scrutiny of his past activities, including leading the Students for Justice in Palestine chapter at Columbia and his refusal to condemn Hamas terrorism. In March, Khalil was detained by U.S. immigration authorities for over 100 days on accusations of engaging in activities aligned with Hamas, a U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organization (FTO). Khalil, who entered the U.S. on a student visa in 2022, is now suing the federal government for $20 million over his detainment, alleging political motivation.

The October 7 Hamas attack, which resulted in over 1,200 Israeli civilian deaths and widespread atrocities, has been described as one of the deadliest in recent history.

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August 7, 2025
News

The MAHA Effect!? Ultra Processed Food Consumption Starts to Decline.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that while Americans, especially children, are consuming a significant portion of their calories from ultra-processed foods, that number is in decline due in part to the Trump administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics compiled the data, and Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has expressed grave concern over the issue.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Data was released in August 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “[C]onsumption of mean calories from ultra-processed foods among adults decreased.” — CDC study

🎯IMPACT: The study highlights the role of ultra-processed foods in chronic diseases and obesity, sparking calls for dietary changes.

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new data showing that while Americans, particularly children, continue to consume large amounts of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), that number is beginning to decline from recent highs. Over the last several years, the average percentage of total calories from UPFs was 55 percent for individuals aged one and older. Children aged 1 to 18 consumed an even higher percentage, with 61.9 percent of their calories coming from these foods. However, the study notes that while still elevated, “the consumption of mean calories from ultra-processed foods among adults decreased” over the last decade.

Ultra-processed foods are typically energy-dense, low in nutritional value, and contain added fats, sugars, and chemicals to extend shelf life and enhance flavor. Popular examples include snacks, sugary beverages, and sandwiches like hamburgers. These foods are designed to be inexpensive, convenient, and highly palatable, contributing to their widespread consumption.

The Trump White House has previously pointed to ultra-processed foods as a significant factor in rising rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. Meanwhile, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called for reducing the prevalence of these foods in the American diet.

The CDC’s data also reveals a fluctuating trend in UPF consumption over the past 20 years. After a decline in consumption following 2013, rates increased again before showing a slight downward trend since 2017-2018. The pandemic disrupted the usual two-year survey cycle, which had been ongoing since 1999-2000, according to CDC spokesman Brian Tsai.

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August 7, 2025
News

Trump Declares Illegal Immigrants Will Not Be Counted in Census.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced plans to exclude illegal immigrants from the next U.S. census and instructed the Commerce Department to begin work on a new census based on the 2024 election results.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald Trump, the U.S. Census Bureau, and the Department of Commerce.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The announcement was made Thursday morning on Truth Social, with implications for the 2024 election and 2030 census.

💬KEY QUOTE: “People who are in our Country illegally WILL NOT BE COUNTED IN THE CENSUS.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The move could face legal challenges and significantly alter population counts, potentially affecting congressional representation and electoral college votes.

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President Donald J. Trump announced Thursday morning that illegal immigrants will not be included in the next census. He directed the Commerce Department to begin work on a “new and highly accurate census” based on data from the 2024 presidential election.

“I have instructed our Department of Commerce to immediately begin work on a new and highly accurate CENSUS based on modern day facts and figures and, importantly, using the results and information gained from the Presidential Election of 2024,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding: “People who are in our Country illegally WILL NOT BE COUNTED IN THE CENSUS.”

The U.S. Census Bureau, which is part of the Commerce Department, currently includes illegal immigrants—referred to as “unauthorized migrants”—in its population counts. These figures are used for congressional apportionment and electoral college votes. The bureau defines the “foreign-born” population to include naturalized citizens, lawful permanent residents, temporary migrants, and unauthorized migrants.

Legal challenges could arise from Trump’s directive, as Section 2 of the 14th Amendment states that representatives should be apportioned based on the “whole number of persons in each State.” However, Trump’s focus on census accuracy comes as Republicans and Democrats battle over redistricting in states like Texas ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The 2020 census acknowledged errors that led to undercounts in Republican-led states like Florida and Texas, while Democrat-led states such as New York and Massachusetts were overcounted. If Trump’s plan is implemented, states with large illegal immigrant populations—such as California, Texas, and Florida—could see significant changes in their 2030 census numbers.

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August 7, 2025
Immigration

Superman Joins ICE: ‘This Country Was Built on Patriots Stepping Up.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Actor Dean Cain announced plans to become an ICE agent following his release of a recruitment video.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Dean Cain, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announcement made on Wednesday, with ICE recruitment video released Tuesday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “This country was built on patriots stepping up, whether it was popular or not, and doing the right thing.” – Dean Cain

🎯IMPACT: ICE recruitment drive expanded with age cap lifted.

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Dean Cain, best known for his role as Superman in the 1990s television series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, has announced plans to join U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as an agent. During a media appearance on Wednesday, he revealed the news, stating he would be “sworn in as an ICE agent, ASAP.”

Cain explained that after releasing a recruitment video on social media, ICE officials contacted him directly. “I put out a recruitment video yesterday—I’m actually a sworn deputy sheriff and a reserve police officer—I wasn’t part of ICE, but once I put that out there and you put a little blurb on your show, it went crazy,” he told Fox News’s Jesse Waters.

In the recruitment video, Cain highlighted benefits for potential applicants, including a $40,000 signing bonus, student loan repayment assistance, and enhanced retirement packages. “If you want to help save America, ICE is arresting the worst of the worst and removing them from America’s streets. I like that. I voted for that,” Cain stated in his message.

Cain’s announcement drew some criticism on social media, with users pointing to perceived contradictions between his new role and Superman’s fictional background as an alien immigrant. Responding to one critic, Cain said, “Not a chance,” when asked if Superman would disapprove of his decision.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem later confirmed that ICE’s recruitment age cap of 37 had been lifted, allowing Cain, 59, to join. Cain defended his decision, citing America’s immigration challenges and President Trump’s electoral mandate. “This country was built on patriots stepping up, whether it was popular or not, and doing the right thing,” he said. ICE’s recruitment drive is part of a broader expansion, with Congress approving funding for 10,000 additional agents by 2029.

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