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politics Mar 16, 2026, 9:47 PM
Activists help child rape suspect evade arrest in Boston - Walter Roberto Vides-Ortez, an illegal immigrant from El Salvador, was wanted for child rape and living near a school.
- His arrest was postponed due to obstruction by anti-ICE activists during an attempted capture by federal agents.
- The incident raises concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of immigration enforcement in sanctuary cities.
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military conflicts Feb 19, 2026, 11:15 PM
Mexico and El Salvador seize over 10 tonnes of cocaine amid U.S. military strikes - The navies of El Salvador and Mexico reported major cocaine seizures of over 10 tonnes this week.
- Mexican authorities announced a seizure of nearly four tonnes from a semisubmersible boat, while El Salvador reported its largest seizure of 6.6 tonnes.
- These operations are against the backdrop of ongoing U.S. military strikes which have raised concerns over civilian casualties.
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military conflicts Feb 19, 2026, 11:15 PM
Mexico and El Salvador announce record cocaine seizures amid US military strikes - El Salvador's navy seized a historic 6.6 tonnes of cocaine from a Tanzanian-registered boat.
- Mexico reported nearly four tonnes of cocaine seizures, supported by U.S. intelligence.
- These drug seizures occur amid controversial U.S. military strikes against drug trafficking boats, resulting in multiple casualties.
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politics Feb 1, 2026, 11:38 PM
Judge Boasberg escapes misconduct complaint dismissal by appeals court - Judge James Boasberg faced a misconduct complaint from the Justice Department over alleged comments about the Trump administration.
- The complaint was dismissed due to insufficient evidence and lack of corroboration.
- This dismissal reflects ongoing tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch regarding immigration policies.
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politics Dec 22, 2025, 6:46 PM
Trump administration faces court ruling to provide due process for deported Venezuelan migrants - In March 2025, the Trump administration deported Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, citing gang affiliations.
- U.S. District Judge James Boasberg ruled the deportations were illegal due to the lack of due process for the migrants.
- Judge Boasberg has ordered the administration to provide a plan by January 5, 2026, to address due process violations.
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politics Dec 21, 2025, 9:39 PM
Bari Weiss yanks '60 Minutes' segment on CECOT prison over political tensions - The investigative segment 'Inside CECOT' was focused on El Salvador's maximum-security prison for deportees.
- Sharyn Alfonsi voiced concerns about the segment being pulled due to political motivations rather than editorial standards.
- The postponement sparked criticism regarding CBS's adherence to journalistic integrity amid political pressures.
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society Dec 7, 2025, 9:31 PM
Illegal immigrant injures four officers in Omaha gas station shootout - Juan Melgar-Ayala, an illegal immigrant from El Salvador, engaged in a shootout with police officers following the injury of a civilian.
- Four Omaha police officers sustained injuries in the gunfire exchange, but their injuries were not life-threatening.
- This incident underscores the importance of addressing issues related to illegal immigration and public safety.
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politics Nov 20, 2025, 6:52 PM
Court ruling ignored as Kilmar Abrego Garcia is wrongly deported - Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported to El Salvador in March 2025 despite a previous court ruling protecting him.
- The U.S. Supreme Court ordered his return after the erroneous deportation drew significant attention.
- His ongoing legal battles and potential relocation to Costa Rica raise urgent questions about immigration practices.
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politics Nov 14, 2025, 1:48 AM
White House announces trade deals to lower grocery prices - The White House announced trade deals with certain South American countries to help reduce grocery prices for Americans.
- This comes after President Trump pledged to alleviate costs on specific imports affected by tariffs.
- These agreements aim to remove tariffs on eligible exports, indicating an expectation of lowered prices for items like coffee and bananas.
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