Federal judge asks DOJ to clarify how birthright citizenship order will be implemented

As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) increases hiring, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Georgia prepares to train up to 10,000 new officers to support deportation efforts. Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons noted that while hiring quality is prioritized amidst over 121,000 applications, the agency has streamlined training, including cutting the Spanish language portion to expedite the process. Want More Context? 🔎

The family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, expressed outrage over the Justice Department's release of Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony transcripts, arguing it allows Maxwell to distort facts counter to her conviction for child sex trafficking. They criticized her transfer to a minimum-security prison, claiming it undermines justice for survivors, and highlighted Maxwell's denials of wrongdoing and her ongoing legal appeals. Want More Context? 🔎

Roblox, a major online gaming platform, faces scrutiny for allowing hate speech and inappropriate content, particularly in the popular game "Spray Paint!" where players can graffiti offensive symbols and messages. Amid ongoing lawsuits and concerns from child safety advocates, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed a lawsuit alleging that Roblox prioritizes profit over child safety, as hate speech and predatory behavior persist on the platform. Want More Context? 🔎

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces deportation to Uganda after rejecting an offer to plead guilty to human smuggling charges in exchange for deportation to Costa Rica. His defense argues the threat of deportation to Uganda is vindictive, especially after he was previously deported to El Salvador despite fears for his safety. Want More Context? 🔎

Erik and Lyle Menendez were denied parole after hearings regarding their 1989 murders of their parents, despite renewed public interest in their case. The board cited their infractions, including the use of illicit cell phones, as indicative of their character, with eligibility for a review in a year, potentially allowing another parole request in 18 months. Want More Context? 🔎

Tropical Storm Fernand has formed southeast of Bermuda, becoming the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Forecasts indicate it will strengthen and could become a hurricane by Monday, moving north-northeast over open waters while remaining east of Bermuda. Want More Context? 🔎