California has the highest percentage of first-generation immigrants in the U.S., with over a quarter of the population being foreign-born. The incoming administration’s plans to deport millions of immigrants could have devastating effects on families and the economy, particularly in California, where immigrants play a vital role in various sectors such as agriculture and education. It is crucial for local leaders and everyday people to support immigrants’ rights groups, volunteer to help immigrants, and speak out against anti-immigration policies to protect the diverse and innovative contributions immigrants make to the nation.
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MIT bans class president from graduation commencement after pro-Palestinian speech
MIT banned 2025 class president Megha Vemuri from the graduation ceremony after she delivered a pro-Palestinian speech at the OneMIT event, which was not pre-approved. In her speech, Vemuri criticized MIT's ties with Israel, called for an arms embargo, and expressed solidarity with Palestinian people amid ongoing violence in Gaza. MIT President Sally Kornbluth emphasized the importance of scientific thinking and did not address the incident during her commencement remarks, leaving uncertainty about Vemuri's graduation...
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