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Republican leaders in Texas and Florida are escalating their campaign against Muslim advocacy groups, particularly CAIR, labeling them as national security threats. This move, usually reserved for the federal government, comes after Hamass attack on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza. Critics argue this is a coordinated attack to silence Muslim voices, while CAIR denies any terrorist ties and has sued both states. The designations carry real consequences, and experts warn of a surge in online hate against Muslims. The debate intensifies over security needs versus civil liberties for American Muslims.

Turkeys energy minister unveils $9 billion Russian financing for Akkuyu nuclear plant, now expected to start generating power in 2026. The project, initially set for 2021, is part of Turkeys push for homegrown nuclear energy. Meanwhile, Ankara is exploring nuclear plant projects with South Korea, China, Russia, and the US. On the renewables front, Turkey is in talks for a 5,000 MW solar package and a Gulf firm for solar and storage worth $1.5-$2 billion.

Nvidias $20 billion acquisition of Groqs chip technology and OpenAIs massive partnerships with tech giants like Amazon, Disney, and Google indicate a significant investment in AI infrastructure. Anthropics $15 billion investment from Microsoft and Nvidia, along with Googles $40 billion data center project, further highlight the AI infrastructure boom.

New immigration rules from the Department of Homeland Security introduce expanded biometric screening at all U.S. entry and exit points, targeting green card holders from nineteen high-risk countries. The nationwide biometric system will capture photos, fingerprints, or iris scans of every non-U.S. citizen, aiming to combat fraud, catch visa overstays, and enhance national security. The rollout begins at major airports and will expand to land and sea ports over the next three to five years, addressing backlogs in legal immigration and potential delays for green card holders from countries like Afghanistan, Iran, Haiti, and Cuba.

New immigration rules from the Department of Homeland Security, effective this Friday, introduce a nationwide biometric entry-exit system, enhancing border controls and national security. The system will photograph all non-US citizens, including legal permanent residents, every time they cross the border, with no exemptions. Additionally, stricter checks on green cards for nationals from nineteen high-risk countries will be implemented, potentially leading to extra questioning, document scrubs, and longer waits at ports of entry. Supporters argue this is necessary to stop document fraud, visa overstays, and threats from criminals or terrorists, while critics express concerns about potential delays and increased scrutiny for lawful residents from certain countries. The biometric rollout will begin at major airports and spread to land and sea ports over the next three to five years.

Class Action Lawsuit Challenges DMVs Plan to Revoke Licenses from Thousands of Immigrant Truck Drivers

Get ready for a patriotic New Years Eve in Times Square! The famous ball will sparkle in red, white, and blue to celebrate Americas 250th birthday. This is just the beginning of nationwide events, including a second confetti drop and a national volunteer drive. Dont miss the first-ever July 3rd ball drop in Times Square, marking the start of months of unity and pride.

Under the Trump administration, ICE has arrested hundreds of thousands of illegal migrants, with a significant portion having criminal records. The agency prioritizes those with final deportation orders, aiming to hire more agents and expand operations with new funding. Critics argue ICE unfairly targets migrants, while supporters emphasize the strain on resources and the need to combat crime and drugs.

Under the Trump administration, ICE arrests have primarily targeted illegal migrants with criminal records or pending charges, totaling around 416,000. Despite criticism, ICE maintains that these actions are necessary to address public safety concerns and financial burdens. With increased funding, the administration plans to expand operations, focusing on sanctuary cities and high-priority targets.