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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Peru to Declare State of Emergency in Lima After Singer’s Murder – Bloomberg
Peru has declared a state of emergency in Lima following the murder of a popular singer by hitmen, leading to concerns over extortion killings in the capital. The singer was killed in an armed assault, prompting the government to take action to address the escalating violence. The move comes as Peru grapples with the growing threat of criminal activity and the need to protect citizens from such targeted attacks. Full Article
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