AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

The Los Angeles Dodgers blocked federal agents from entering Dodger Stadium amid ongoing protests against immigration enforcement, claiming ICE agents requested access to parking lots, which was denied. In response, ICE and the Department of Homeland Security refuted the Dodgers' claims, stating their presence was unrelated to enforcement, while the Dodgers are expected to announce support for affected immigrants. Need More Context? 🔎

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, revealed in an interview that he has fathered over 100 children, all of whom will inherit his $13.9 billion fortune, but not for 30 years. He emphasizes the importance of self-reliance for his children and denies charges from French authorities alleging that Telegram is used for criminal activities. Need More Context? 🔎

Warming ocean waters are changing their colors, becoming greener at the poles and bluer at the equator due to shifting chlorophyll levels from phytoplankton, according to a study published in Science. This trend could disrupt marine food webs and impact fisheries, particularly in low to middle-income nations dependent on commercial fishing, as chlorophyll concentration is influenced by warming seas. Need More Context? 🔎

President Trump made headlines during a White House press conference, lightheartedly inquiring about the immigration status of construction workers who installed new flagpoles on the South Lawn. His comments coincided with his administration's aggressive deportation efforts, highlighting his directive for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to conduct extensive operations in major cities. Need More Context? 🔎

Understanding Juneteenth's significanceFormer President Joe Biden will commemorate Juneteenth at the Reedy Chapel AME Church in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, marking the end of slavery in the U.S. He signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law in 2021, establishing June 19 as a federal holiday to honor the historical and moral impact of slavery. Need More Context? 🔎

The Defense Department has informed transgender service members that they must choose to separate voluntarily or face involuntary separation, which many, including Navy commander Emily Shilling, view as coercive. Following a Supreme Court ruling allowing the enforcement of a ban on transgender military service, over 1,000 trans service members have begun separation, with concerns over benefits and discharge characterizations remaining unresolved. Need More Context? 🔎