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Florida Files Supreme Court Case After Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Kills Three
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Florida Files Supreme Court Case After Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Kills Three

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The State of Florida has filed a lawsuit directly with the U.S. Supreme Court against Washington and California, accusing both states of violating federal law by issuing Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) to illegal immigrants who are not legally qualified to operate commercial vehicles.

The 73-page complaint, filed this week by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, alleges that the two sanctuary states have “openly defied federal safety and immigration standards,” creating widespread risks on America’s highways.

The lawsuit follows a fatal highway crash in Florida in August that killed three people.

The driver accused of causing the collision, 37-year-old Harjinder Singh, was an illegal immigrant from India who held a Washington-issued CDL despite failing multiple exams, including a post-crash English proficiency test.

According to the filing, Singh attempted an illegal U-turn across a Florida highway, blocking several lanes and causing a minivan to collide with his truck.

The crash resulted in three fatalities. Investigators found that Singh could only identify one of four road signs and answered just two of twelve questions correctly on an English Language Proficiency (ELP) exam administered after the crash.

Records show that Singh failed thirteen prior driving tests before Washington’s Department of Licensing granted him a full-term CDL in July 2023. In 2024, California also issued him a non-domiciled CDL despite his ineligibility under federal law.

“The result was three fatalities,” Florida’s complaint states. “Washington and California authorized illegal immigrants without proper training or the ability to read road signs to drive commercial motor vehicles,” in violation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has taken additional action in response to the case, announcing that the Trump administration will withhold $40 million in federal funding from California for failing to comply with federal English-language and CDL verification requirements.

Duffy criticized sanctuary states for disregarding federal safety standards and placing unqualified drivers on the road.

“Washington State improperly issued the driver a full-term CDL. Asylum seekers or illegal aliens are NOT allowed to receive this!” Duffy wrote in a public statement following the crash.

“States MUST FOLLOW THE RULES. If they had, this driver would NEVER have been behind the wheel and three precious lives would still be with us.”

He added that the Department of Transportation has initiated a full audit of state CDL programs and will move to cut federal funding from states that continue to license illegal immigrants.

“The failures here are despicable,” Duffy said. “Non-enforcement and radical immigration policies have turned the trucking industry into a lawless frontier.”

Florida’s lawsuit also cites Washington’s 2019 “Keep Washington Working Act,” which prohibits state agencies — including the Department of Licensing — from inquiring about a driver’s citizenship or immigration status.

Between 2018 and 2025, Washington’s DOL issued CDLs to 685 individuals who failed to provide proof of lawful presence in the United States, the filing claims. The department acknowledged the oversight following Singh’s crash but has not repealed the sanctuary statute.

Washington’s enforcement of English-language requirements has also been minimal. Over a three-month period in 2025, state inspectors conducted more than 6,000 commercial vehicle checks but disqualified only four drivers for failing English proficiency tests.

Florida’s complaint draws parallels between Singh’s case and the Skyline CDL School scandal, in which an investigation revealed that unqualified applicants obtained CDLs through a bribery network in Auburn, Washington, and Vancouver, Oregon.

State documents from that case found that 80 percent of the school’s graduates failed re-testing requirements, and several drivers had never been properly examined.

Attorney General Uthmeier’s complaint argues that sanctuary policies in both states conflict with federal law, which requires states to verify both citizenship and English-language competency before granting CDLs.

“The sanctuary laws are expressly preempted,” the complaint asserts, calling Washington and California’s actions a “public nuisance” that endangers drivers across the nation.

Florida is asking the Supreme Court to declare both states’ sanctuary CDL laws unconstitutional, prohibit them from issuing CDLs to illegal immigrants, and order compliance with all federal verification and English-language regulations.

The lawsuit also seeks reimbursement for Florida’s legal costs and expenses associated with increased enforcement caused by noncompliance in other states.

“The policies of Washington and California have endangered the traveling public and cost lives,” Florida’s filing states. “Their defiance of federal safety and immigration standards has forced law-abiding states to bear the burden of additional inspections, enforcement, and preventable tragedies.”

JD and Usha Vance Arrive in Israel to Bolster Fragile Gaza Cease-Fire
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JD and Usha Vance Arrive in Israel to Bolster Fragile Gaza Cease-Fire

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Vice President J.D. Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance arrived in Israel on Tuesday for a series of urgent high-level meetings aimed at reinforcing the fragile cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, as reported by the New York Post.

The couple landed at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, where they were welcomed by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee and other American and Israeli officials.

Vance did not make any public remarks upon arrival but immediately began closed-door meetings with Israeli leadership and U.S. envoys working on the Gaza negotiations.

Vice President Vance’s itinerary includes a sit-down with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussions with senior White House envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who have been central to the administration’s diplomatic efforts in the region.

The visit comes as Washington seeks to stabilize the first phase of the cease-fire, which was brokered under President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan earlier this month.

The administration is now pressing both sides to honor the agreement and move toward the more difficult second phase of negotiations.

Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of violating the terms of the truce since it took effect on Oct. 10. Despite the mutual allegations, both sides maintain that they remain committed to the deal.

A senior Israeli official said the vice president’s visit is meant to “advance the Gaza talks to the second phase” and ensure the cease-fire remains in place long enough to recover all hostages and remains.

Under the agreement, Hamas is required to turn over the remains of 15 hostages still believed to be in Gaza. Thirteen have already been returned since the cease-fire began.

Israel, for its part, handed back the remains of 15 Palestinians on Tuesday, officials confirmed.

Vance, who is expected to stay in the region until Thursday, will also meet with the families of hostages whose remains have yet to be recovered. The meetings are expected to provide reassurance that the U.S. remains actively engaged in seeing the cease-fire plan through to completion.

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President Trump has emphasized the importance of the plan’s success, describing it as “critical to restoring lasting stability in the region.”

Administration officials say the White House remains in close contact with both Israeli and Qatari mediators overseeing the implementation of the deal.

The coming days will test whether the cease-fire, now in its second week, can hold amid growing tension and pressure for further progress in the negotiations.

‘No Kings’ Protesters Can’t Explain What They’re Protesting—Again
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‘No Kings’ Protesters Can’t Explain What They’re Protesting—Again

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Nationwide “No Kings” protests over the weekend drew thousands of participants across multiple cities, but the demonstrations are now facing questions over their funding, coordination, and overall purpose.

Despite being promoted as spontaneous, participant interviews and organizer data indicate the events were heavily coordinated by established activist networks with significant financial backing.

The protests, billed as an anti-Trump movement, were held in dozens of cities including Seattle, Chicago, and New York.

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Promotional materials described them as a defense of democracy against “authoritarianism,” but when pressed for specifics, many demonstrators struggled to explain the purpose of their protest.

According to PJ Media, the protests were supported by several left-leaning organizations that specialize in political mobilization.

The report found that participants received pre-event training sessions and communication templates—suggesting that the movement was less a grassroots demonstration and more a coordinated effort by professional political groups opposed to President Donald Trump.

Turning Point USA correspondent Caroline Joyous conducted multiple on-the-ground interviews with protesters, revealing widespread confusion about the protest’s message.

In one interview, a woman carrying a sign accusing Trump of “endangering democracy” was asked to explain her reasoning. After hesitating, she replied that she disagreed with “a lot of decisions” before cutting the interview short, saying it was not “appropriate” for her to continue.

In another encounter, two protesters dressed in frog costumes gave conflicting answers about their motives.

One, dressed in pink, said she feared Trump was threatening free speech, while the other, wearing green, said they were protesting Trump’s leadership but admitted he could not identify any specific actions that had inspired the protest.

The name “No Kings” was intended to symbolize opposition to perceived executive overreach. However, several participants appeared uncertain about what policies or events were being referenced.

Social media footage shared by multiple outlets showed demonstrators holding signs and chanting slogans, but when asked about the meaning of the event’s title, few could provide consistent answers.

Observers have noted that the “No Kings” demonstrations closely resemble earlier protest efforts organized by major progressive networks. These include professionally produced signage, coordinated talking points, and identical chants across multiple states.

Critics say the protests’ uniform presentation and lack of clear messaging point to centralized planning rather than organic civic participation.

Despite the significant turnout and media attention, there were no reports of major violence or arrests at any of the weekend’s events. Local police in several cities confirmed that they maintained standard protest security protocols and did not encounter large-scale disruptions.

Political analysts note that while the “No Kings” demonstrations received extensive coverage, the absence of a unified message could undermine their long-term impact. Organizers have not released a policy agenda or a list of demands related to the protests.

The protests come amid heightened political tensions and a series of nationwide demonstrations connected to opposition movements against President Trump’s administration. Federal officials have not commented on the protests or on reports of outside funding behind them.

For now, the “No Kings” protests have drawn attention primarily for their scope and organization rather than for any concrete message.

As the post-protest analysis continues, both supporters and critics are calling for greater transparency about who coordinated the demonstrations and what specific outcomes they seek to achieve.

NYPD Seeks Woman After Newborn Found Abandoned in Manhattan Subway
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NYPD Seeks Woman After Newborn Found Abandoned in Manhattan Subway

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The New York Police Department released surveillance footage on Tuesday showing a woman wanted for questioning after a newborn baby was found abandoned inside a Manhattan subway station with its umbilical cord still attached, as reported by The New York Post.

According to police, the infant girl was discovered around 9:30 a.m. Monday on the southbound platform of the 1 train at the 34th Street–Penn Station stop during the morning rush hour. The baby had been left wrapped in a blanket on the station floor.

About 30 minutes before the discovery, an unidentified individual entered the subway station, placed the baby on the ground, and left on foot, officials said.

The video released by the NYPD shows a woman walking near 7th Avenue and 34th Street in Midtown — not far from where the baby was found. She can be seen holding a bundle wrapped in white cloths as she walks along the sidewalk.

Investigators said the woman was wearing pink pants, a red headscarf, and glasses at the time.

Authorities believe the woman in the video may have information relevant to the investigation and are seeking the public’s help identifying her.

Police officers responding to the scene transported the newborn to Bellevue Hospital, where she was reported to be conscious, alert, and in stable condition.

Law enforcement officials have not made any arrests, and the investigation remains ongoing. Detectives from the NYPD’s Special Victims Division are leading the case, which remains a high priority given the infant’s condition and the circumstances under which she was found.

Police are urging anyone who has information about the woman’s identity or the baby’s abandonment to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS.

The department emphasized that all calls will be kept confidential as they continue efforts to locate the woman and determine the events leading up to the child’s discovery.

‘Clean It Up!’ Delta Flight Attendant Unloads on Southwest Agent in Viral Video
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‘Clean It Up!’ Delta Flight Attendant Unloads on Southwest Agent in Viral Video

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A Delta Air Lines flight attendant was reported in a verbal altercation with a Southwest Airlines gate agent at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, sparking viral discussion and speculation about possible disciplinary action.

The incident, captured by a bystander and shared widely on social media, shows the male Delta employee—still wearing his uniform—arguing with a female Southwest gate agent near one of the airport’s terminals.

The footage begins with the flight attendant criticizing the airline and the airport, calling them “ridiculous” and “the worst airport,” while accusing the agent of unprofessional conduct.

“This is ridiculous. This is the worst airport, and y’all make Southwest look horrible,” the man says as the two walk through the terminal. “That customer service is ridiculous.”

The video shows the Delta employee pulling his suitcase behind him while following the Southwest agent toward the gate area.

“It’s ghetto,” he adds. “That’s because it’s Atlanta. Y’all have no respect for customer service. Y’all need to clean it up, clean it up because I’m just trying to take a flight. I don’t have to take Southwest. I can take Delta.”

At one point, the Southwest employee appears to ask him to lower his voice, which only escalates the exchange. The Delta attendant responds sharply:

“Get your hands out of my face. You are nothing. Where’s your name tag at? You ghetto.”

He continues, claiming that coworkers had warned him against flying through Atlanta or using Southwest’s services. “They told me not to come here. They told me not to transfer here, because y’all are ridiculous and ghetto,” he says.

“I don’t do that kind of stuff. I don’t have to take Southwest, I can take Delta.”

The man then references Atlanta’s reputation, saying, “Atlanta gotta clean itself up, because this is supposed to be the black mecca, and y’all can’t even carry yourself with class.”

The video ends with the Southwest agent responding that the Delta employee had earlier insulted one of her coworkers. “You called one of my colleagues the B word,” she says, before walking away from the confrontation.

 

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It is unclear what triggered the argument or what events led up to the exchange.

Neither Delta Air Lines nor Southwest Airlines has issued an official statement regarding the altercation. As of Tuesday, both airlines have confirmed they are reviewing the incident internally but have not disclosed whether any disciplinary action has been taken.

The video quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing millions of views and thousands of comments. Reactions were divided: some viewers sympathized with the man’s frustration over customer service, while others criticized his behavior for taking place in uniform.

“I know Delta done clipped those wings,” one commenter wrote in reference to the airline possibly disciplining the flight attendant. Another added, “Sir, you were doing too much in uniform.”

Others agreed with parts of his criticism. “ATL does suck with their customer service,” one viewer wrote, while another noted, “He was right, though. He just made himself part of the problem with this display.”

Airport officials have not commented on whether law enforcement was involved or if airport security intervened during the confrontation.

The footage adds to a growing trend of passenger and airline staff altercations being captured on camera at major airports, often leading to social media debates about professionalism, workplace conduct, and airline accountability.

As of Wednesday, the identity of the Delta flight attendant and the Southwest gate agent has not been released publicly.

Media Melts Down as Trump Builds New White House Ballroom
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Media Melts Down as Trump Builds New White House Ballroom

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Construction crews began partial demolition work Monday on the East Wing of the White House to make way for a new ballroom, according to federal officials and public filings.

The renovation, which is being privately funded, immediately drew criticism from several left-leaning commentators and media outlets, some of whom claimed President Donald Trump was “demolishing” historic parts of the building.

Footage posted online showed sections of the East Wing facade being removed, prompting speculation that the construction could damage the historic character of the presidential residence.

However, White House officials confirmed that the East Wing addition under renovation is not part of the original structure and that the project had received all required preservation and construction approvals.

According to National Park Service records, the East Wing in its current form was built in 1942 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt as a practical addition that sits above a World War II-era bunker.

The structure was intended primarily for office use and staff access, rather than as part of the original 19th-century White House design.

White House officials described the project as a modernization effort designed to improve functionality for official events and state gatherings.

The new ballroom will provide additional space for formal receptions, ceremonies, and press events, reducing the need for large outdoor tents currently used for major occasions.

Despite those explanations, several media figures and commentators reacted negatively to reports of the construction. CNN’s Jim Acosta and other outlets expressed concern that the renovation was altering the appearance of the White House, describing it as an unnecessary or damaging project.

Historical records show that modifications to the White House complex are not unusual. Multiple presidents have added recreational and structural features to accommodate modern needs.

President Harry S. Truman oversaw extensive reconstruction of the main residence between 1948 and 1952, including the creation of the current Oval Office. President Richard Nixon installed a bowling alley in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building after removing one from the West Wing.

President Barack Obama added a basketball court, while George W. Bush made extensive upgrades to the Situation Room.

The construction currently underway does not affect the historic main residence, the West Wing, or any preserved sections of the White House interiors.

Officials confirmed that preservation standards required by the National Park Service and the White House Historical Association are being followed throughout the process.

The new ballroom project is being financed through private donations rather than taxpayer funds. According to the White House, the ballroom will be equipped with modern event technology, improved accessibility, and additional security infrastructure.

Reaction to the project among the public has been mixed. Supporters have noted that the new space could reduce logistical strain during large events and formal gatherings, while critics argue that it reflects unnecessary expansion.

White House staff have not released a completion date for the project, but said construction is expected to continue through the first half of 2026. The area affected by the work has been closed to public tours during the renovation period.

Officials said no significant damage to historic portions of the White House is expected during the process, and updates on the project’s progress will be provided through regular preservation briefings.

State Department Blasts Democrats for Shutdown Threatening U.S. National Security
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State Department Blasts Democrats for Shutdown Threatening U.S. National Security

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The U.S. Department of State, led by Secretary Marco Rubio, criticized congressional Democrats on Monday for prolonging the federal government shutdown, warning that the standoff is undermining national security and restricting vital diplomatic operations, as reported by Fox News.

The government shutdown is approaching its third week, leaving many federal employees with partial pay from the previous period and facing the possibility of missing an entire paycheck in the coming days.

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“President Trump is delivering historic peace deal after historic peace deal,” State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott told Fox News Digital. “Congressional Democrats are delivering a shutdown that undermines our national security.”

The Senate remains at the center of the funding impasse, where Democrats have insisted that Republicans undo Medicaid policy changes included in President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

The continuing resolution to reopen the government through late November requires a 60-vote threshold, meaning Democrats would need to break ranks with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., to move forward.

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“Congressional Democrats have decided to jeopardize our national security with their politically motivated government shutdown,” another State Department official told Fox News Digital.

“Republicans on Capitol Hill are prepared to move forward with a clean continuing resolution, but instead, Democrats are trying to exploit this moment to push their political pet projects like healthcare for illegal immigrants, continuing wasteful COVID payments, and harmful climate extremism.”

Republicans currently hold 53 seats in the Senate, while Democratic Senators John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada have crossed the aisle in some of the previous ten failed attempts to end the shutdown.

“By putting the American people last, Democrats are forcing the American people to have a State Department with limited diplomatic engagement around the world, significantly reduced communications, and disruptions that will impact U.S. foreign policy,” a State Department official added.

“While we will undergo every possible effort to ensure critical missions continue, the Democrats’ obstruction will have serious impacts on the national security interests of the United States.”

The State Department also pointed to statements from former top diplomats under previous Democratic administrations that contradict the party’s current position on shutdowns.

Former Secretary of State John Kerry said during the 2013 shutdown, “A self-inflicted wound, like the shutdown that we just endured, can never happen again. As President Obama said, the shutdown ‘encouraged our enemies, emboldened our competitors, and it depressed our friends who look to us for steady leadership.’”

Former Secretary of State and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton also said in 2013 that “the partial government shutdown is emblematic of too many people in politics choosing scorched earth over common ground.”

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More recently, former Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who served under the Biden administration, warned that such shutdowns harm America’s standing globally.

“If we’re serious about U.S. leadership in the world, we can’t keep operating without knowing whether we’ll have a budget for the next fiscal year,” Blinken said during last year’s budget battles.

No date has been confirmed for the next vote on a continuing resolution, though Senate Majority Leader John Thune said additional votes could take place this week.

Colombia’s President Petro Tells Univision He Wants to ‘Get Rid of Trump’
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Colombia’s President Petro Tells Univision He Wants to ‘Get Rid of Trump’

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro sparked international backlash over the weekend after suggesting in a Univision interview that he wanted to “get rid of” President Donald Trump, escalating a growing feud between Bogotá and Washington over Trump’s crackdown on narcotics trafficking, as reported by The New York Post.

Speaking with Univision’s Daniel Coronell, Petro responded to a question about his approach to negotiating with the United States by declaring, “Humanity has a first offramp, it is to choose to change Trump in various ways.”

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He then added, “The easiest way may be through Trump himself. If not — get rid of Trump,” before snapping his fingers for emphasis.

Petro later denied that his “immediate goal” was to change Trump, but the comments drew condemnation in both countries.

The South American leader also defended his country’s sovereignty, referencing Trump’s remarks that Colombia was “out of control.”

Petro replied, “Of course, it is out of his control. In a democracy, a government is under the control of the people, not Trump. He is not a king in Colombia; we do not accept kings here, period.”

“In the 21st century, some believe they can become kings and viceroys, but in republics, it is not possible,” Petro continued. “Here, the heads of kings are cut off if they come with a king’s attitude.”

The exchange follows a growing diplomatic standoff between the two countries that began after a U.S. military strike on September 15 targeted an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean. President Trump said the operation “killed confirmed narcoterrorists from Venezuela” in international waters.

Petro disputed that claim, asserting the vessel was Colombian and used for fishing, not narcotics trafficking.

“U.S. government officials have committed a murder and violated our sovereignty in territorial waters,” he wrote on X. “The Colombian boat was adrift and had its distress signal up due to an engine failure. We await explanations from the U.S. government.”

According to a CNN report, another U.S. strike in the Caribbean killed several Colombian nationals, citing unnamed Pentagon sources.

Trump on Sunday fired back at Petro, calling him “a very unpopular leader, with a fresh mouth toward America” and “an illegal drug leader strongly encouraging the massive production of drugs.”

He also announced cuts to U.S. foreign aid and threatened to raise tariffs on Colombia, which currently pays a 10% baseline rate.

U.S. records show that more than $207 million in aid has been sent to Colombia this year. Trump has authorized at least seven strikes against suspected drug boats in the region, operations that have drawn criticism from Democrats and some Republicans, including Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.).

Petro’s statements also drew concern from Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-Fla.), who sits on the House Armed Services and Homeland Security Committees.

“In an interview with [Univision Noticias], Colombia’s narcoterrorist-in-chief, Gustavo Petro, has just threatened to ‘overthrow’ President Trump,” Gimenez posted on X. “Petro threats must be taken seriously; he is a genuine threat to the safety & security of our hemisphere.”

The White House has not yet commented on Petro’s remarks.

DHS Hits ‘No Kings’ Protestor with a Classic FAFO After Call to Shoot ICE Agents
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DHS Hits ‘No Kings’ Protestor with a Classic FAFO After Call to Shoot ICE Agents

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The Department of Homeland Security on Monday posted video footage from a “No Kings” rally in Chicago that shows a man calling for the shooting of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, and the agency said it has referred the matter to the Department of Justice.

In the clip shared by DHS on its official social channels, an unidentified participant can be heard addressing the crowd through a microphone. “You gotta grab a gun, we gotta turn around the guns on this fascist system,” the man shouted.

“These ICE agents gotta get shot and wiped out. The same machinery that’s on full display right there has to get wiped out.”

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DHS said the incident took place at the Chicago rally and that the footage has been forwarded to the Justice Department for investigation. “This rioter, and his statements have been referred to the DOJ,” the DHS social media post read.

“There is no place in America for psychotic incitements of unlawful violence against ICE or CBP.”

The DHS post added a direct warning to would-be attackers and those who would encourage them. “FAFO. If you threaten or lay hands on our law enforcement officers we will hunt you down and you will find out, really quick. We’ll see you cowards soon,” the agency said.

The department’s decision to refer the footage comes amid heightened concern about targeted violence against federal law enforcement. In September, federal authorities reported a sniper attempted to shoot ICE officers at a facility in Dallas, Texas.

The Chicago clip also surfaced less than six weeks after Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated during an event at Utah Valley University, events DHS cited in highlighting the growing threats facing federal personnel.

Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) issued a public condemnation of the Chicago protester’s remarks on her X account, identifying the man as an employee of Wilbur Wright College and labeling his words a criminal act.

“Sickening,” Miller wrote. “A staff member at Wilbur Wright College is calling for ICE agents to get ‘shot’ and ‘wiped out.’”

“This is a criminal threat that should be investigated,” she added.

A Department of Justice spokesperson, speaking to Fox News, urged restraint and warned that incitement of violence would not be tolerated.

“The Department is actively tracking these targeted assaults against our law enforcement and will hold offenders accountable to the fullest extent of the law,” the DOJ representative said.

“Any official encouraging reckless behavior should think twice before inciting further violence and putting federal agents in harm’s way.”

Local authorities in Chicago have not publicly confirmed whether the individual pictured in the DHS video has been identified or detained.

DHS officials said the referral to DOJ was intended to ensure that the incident receives full investigative review and appropriate prosecution if criminal statutes were violated.

The “No Kings” rallies, which took place in multiple cities nationwide over the weekend, drew large crowds and significant media attention. Organizers described the events as protests against perceived executive overreach.

The Chicago demonstration is now the focus of federal scrutiny after the video surfaced showing explicit calls for violence against federal officers.

DHS officials have in recent months emphasized the protection of federal personnel as a priority, citing a string of incidents they say demonstrate an elevated risk to officers and staff.

In the social media post accompanying the Chicago footage, DHS reiterated that threats of violence against ICE and Customs and Border Protection personnel will be pursued as crimes.

Representatives for Wilbur Wright College did not immediately return requests for comment about the identity or employment status of the person named by Rep. Miller.

Similarly, organizers of the “No Kings” rallies have not issued a statement addressing the video or the referral to the Justice Department.

Federal authorities have, in recent weeks, warned the public that speech that crosses into actionable threats can prompt criminal charges.

Legal experts note that advocacy that amounts to direct incitement of violence, or specific threats against individuals or classes of persons, may be prosecutable under federal statutes.

The DHS post urged citizens to report threats and emphasized that the agency and its partners would continue to monitor demonstrations and online activity for potential criminal conduct.

The Justice Department said it would evaluate the referral and determine whether to open a criminal investigation based on the evidence provided.

U.S. Reopens Puerto Rico Base, Deploys Bombers and Drones Near Venezuela
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U.S. Reopens Puerto Rico Base, Deploys Bombers and Drones Near Venezuela

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The United States has expanded its military presence in the Caribbean under U.S. Southern Command, deploying bombers, Marines, and naval forces in what defense officials describe as the largest regional buildup in decades, as reported by Fox News.

The campaign, directed by President Donald Trump and the War Department, aims to target drug-trafficking and “narco-terrorist” networks operating near Venezuela.

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War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the creation of a new Joint Task Force this month, designed to coordinate counter-narcotics air, maritime, and special operations missions across the region.

“The purpose is to crush the cartels, stop the poison, and keep America safe,” Hegseth said in a statement.

In recent weeks, U.S. forces have carried out at least seven strikes on suspected narcotics vessels. The deployment includes thousands of American troops, with the Pentagon estimating roughly 10,000 personnel currently operating in the area.

U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers and Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II fighters recently conducted a bomber demonstration near Venezuela’s coast.

For four hours on Wednesday, B-52 aircraft from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana patrolled the region, in a display of power directed at Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.

At least seven U.S. Navy warships and one nuclear submarine are believed to be operating in the Caribbean.

The USS Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, photographed off Ponce, Puerto Rico, on Friday, includes the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7), USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD-28), USS San Antonio (LPD-17), and the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) from Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Three U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers — USS Jason Dunham (DDG-109), USS Gravely (DDG-107), and USS Stockdale (DDG-106) — have joined the deployment, alongside the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70) and the littoral combat ship USS Wichita (LCS-13), which has been seen operating near Cuba.

Open-source imagery also indicates that a U.S. nuclear-powered attack submarine is stationed near Venezuela, though the Pentagon has not confirmed details.

In Puerto Rico, ten F-35 fighters and three MQ-9 Reaper drones have been deployed, transforming the island into a key logistics hub. Satellite images show Naval Station Roosevelt Roads — closed since 2004 — has been reactivated for operations.

Photographs from José Aponte de la Torre Airport reveal an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship equipped with Hellfire missiles on the tarmac.

Special operations aviation activity has increased as well. MH-6 “Little Bird” helicopters and MH-60M Black Hawks were spotted training near Trinidad and Tobago earlier this month.

The Pentagon has not specified the duration of the buildup, but analysts estimate the U.S. posture is the most significant in the region since the early 2000s.

Officials have linked the deployment to counter-narcotics and counter-terrorism missions following multiple strikes on suspected drug-trafficking vessels.

Tensions rose after Colombia alleged that one U.S. strike mistakenly killed a fisherman rather than a trafficker — a claim the White House has denied.

Defense experts say the deployment represents a shift from traditional interdiction to a deterrence-based strategy. “This is a posture we haven’t seen in the Caribbean since the early 2000s,” one defense analyst said.

“It’s clearly meant to send a message — not just to traffickers, but to governments accused of enabling them.”

Mark Cancian, a senior defense adviser at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, told Fox News Digital the mission appears aimed at maintaining strike readiness.

“What I think they’ve put in place is the capability to launch strikes at either the cartels or the Maduro regime,” Cancian said. “If I had to bet, it’s probably against the cartels — but I wouldn’t rule out something against the regime.”

Ryan Berg, director of the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, added that the posture gives Washington the flexibility to conduct precision strikes “without risking the lives of U.S. service personnel.”


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