Acting ICE Director Patrick “PJ” Lechleitner criticized the Biden administration for delaying action on the border crisis, expressing his wish that executive actions had been implemented earlier as the migrant surge escalated. President Biden eventually announced executive border actions in June 2024 to address the issue. Despite this, illegal immigrant encounters reached historic highs under Biden’s leadership, with terror watchlist encounters surging by 3,500%. Lechleitner, who is retiring, noted that the surge in illegal immigration has diverted resources from ICE’s core mission, impacting the agency’s ability to operate effectively.
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Long Island’s Hempstead awarded $10M in state funding to help revive struggling downtown
Hempstead's downtown, once a thriving cultural and business hub, is set to receive a $10 million revitalization project aimed at restoring its former vibrancy by improving infrastructure, creating affordable housing, and enhancing access to arts and entertainment. State leaders, including Gov. Kathy Hochul, hope this initiative will reverse economic struggles caused by nearby malls and development projects, creating thousands of jobs and opportunities for the town's diverse population. Mayor Waylyn Hobbs expressed optimism that the...
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