Barack Obama & Immigration News Monitoring

Democrats reversing course on illegal immigration over the past three decades

WASHINGTON (TNND) — In response to President Donald Trump's mass deportation campaign, Democrats at both the state and federal levels have launched coordinated plans to block those efforts. The numbers back up those positions. According to the CATO …

‘Eight Million New Voters’: Barack Obama And The Democrat Plan To Flood The Nation With Immigrants

The following is an excerpt from the new book “The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon” by Peter Schweizer (January 20, 2026/HarperCollins) * * * It was a hot July 2009 in Washington, DC, and a silver- …

Immigration after one year under Trump: Where do mass deportation efforts stand?

In the year since his inauguration, President Donald Trump has taken dramatic actions to carry out his promise of the largest domestic deportation operation in U.S. history, including invoking rarely used laws and launching aggressive immigration …

How Non-Enforcement Turned Immigration Into a Street War

None of this had to happen. Not one damn bit of it. All I see is a series of doom loops that form a death spiral with no good end in sight. The fatal shooting of a woman during a federal immigration enforcement operation — and the subsequent attacks on …

ICE is rumored to be heading for Philadelphia. Everyone is saying the same thing

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Barack Obama Doesn’t Want You To Know This About Trump’s Border Czar

It’s hard to believe it now, but there was a time, not all that long ago, that Democrats actually believed in border security. Before Donald Trump made border security his key campaign issue in the 2016 election, Democrats were all about cracking down on …

Chiefs owner's wife rushes to defend Trump's border czar from 'brainwashed' Americans

The wife of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has expressed her support for Donald Trump's 'border czar' after sharing a post about his previous work under Barack Obama. Tom Homan, an American law enforcement officer who has served as acting …

Relive The Civil Rights Era. Send in The Troops

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day this week, every liberal made the totally original point that anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis are walking in King’s footsteps! King protested—and they’re protesting. See? Same thing. In any liberal morality play, …

First year of Trump 2.0 brings jarring changes and low approval

Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office brought an unprecedented use of presidential power and significant change to the country and the world. Polling shows he’s under water at the end of his first year, with only 40% of Americans approving of his …

Trump's 'ultimate deal' for Greenland could offer $1m each to residents as he dramatically backs down on tariff threat (...

Donald Trump last night dropped his threat to invade Greenland following a furious bust–up with Britain and other Nato allies. Speaking after talks with Nato chief Mark Rutte, the US President said he had agreed 'the framework of a future deal' …

Trump’s outrageous threats get practical results

Think about it. Heads of government do not normally reveal the texts of private communications from other heads of state. Yet that is what Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre of Norway did Sunday, on the first weekend of the World Economic Forum in …

It makes perfect sense for Trump to want the US to…

Updated Jan. 21, 2026, 7:02 p.m. ET For better or for worse, President Donald Trump thinks outside the box and says it like it is. These are his greatest strengths and, perhaps, some of his most obvious weaknesses. The most recent example is his Jan. 21 …

Miami Debates Cuban Deportations Across Florida After New Report

“Be careful what you wish for” might just be one of the oldest lessons in the book; it’s likely older than the 2,700-year-old King Midas myth that offers this insight. But some are still learning the hard way, like the scores of Republican Cubans in …

Mike Johnson endorses impeaching judges blocking Trump policies

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) came out in support on Wednesday of impeaching federal judges who stall President Donald Trump’s executive actions.“I think some of these judges have gotten so far outside the bounds of where they’re supposed to operate,” …

The Midterms: It's Not About 'Affordability' -- It's About Trump Hatred

No, the midterms will not turn on the issue of "affordability." If affordability truly were decisive, Republicans would easily retain the House and the Senate. Consider the economic backdrop. Gas prices are at a five-year low, with gas stations …

Should Democrats Try to Abolish ICE or Radically Change It?

Is this really safer political ground than “Defund the police”? Photo: Nathan Posner/Anadolu/Getty Images For two overriding reasons, Democrats are intensively debating what to say and do about the future of ICE. First and most obviously, that …

‘Thank You for Your Attention’ to Trump’s First Year

To mark his first year back in office, President Donald Trump posted a list of “365 WINS IN 365 DAYS” on the White House website. That’s a clever way to measure what has been a year chock-full of presidential moves engineered to pull the country out of …

The Quiet Coup of Weaponized Immigration

When you see chaos in our streets, like you’re now seeing in Minneapolis, it’s only natural to sell it short. To shrug your shoulders and dismiss it as mere chaos. Real chaos, after all, lacks order and organization, and that’s certainly what this looks …

Trump’s 5 immigration promises: Has he lived up to them?

Since his return to the White House, President Donald Trump has acted quickly in implementing his sweeping immigration agenda, which has emerged as a tentpole in all of his presidential campaigns. From high-profile ICE raids — and counterprotests in cities …

Illinois Senate Candidate Capparelli Announces All-Star Endorsements

List Includes Chicago-area Sport Super Stars CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Professional athletes and entertainers travel the nation and world giving them a strong perspective of the political landscape …

AI in a Regulated World: Scaling Innovation, Safely

DAVOS, SWITZERLAND, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Knowledge Networks Founder & Chairman Sanjay Puri moderated a compelling panel on "AI in a Regulated World" featuring Johan Juhlin (CEO & Co-founder, Mavatar) and …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Responds to President Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Prioritization Remarks

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During his first-year address, President Trump reiterated that immigration enforcement should prioritize violent criminals while acknowledging the essential role of working …

Tribute To Famous 1776 Continental Dollar Available Exclusively From Rare Collectibles TV

Limited-edition gold and silver commemoratives have a dual date, 1776-2026, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American Freedom LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A timely tribute to one of the most iconic …

Scantron Announces Offset, a Full-Service Data Collection and Optimization Offering

Scantron launches Offset, a full‑service offering, modernizing data collection with secure, automated, end‑to‑end workflow solutions. EAGAN, MN, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scantron, the trusted leader in secure data …

National Diaper Bank Network Announces Basic Needs Banks Selected for 2026 Mentorship Program

12 community-based basic needs banks to participate in the 2026 Mentorship Program. NEW HAVEN, CT, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) and the Alliance for Period Supplies have selected …

The National Black Church Initiative Declares Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Philanthropy to Be Fragments of Divine Giving

We thank God Almighty for Sister MacKenzie Scott, and may God continue to bless her on her pathway of giving. Praise be to God!! WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a …

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation Appoints Andrew MacPherson, Healthsperien Managing Partner, to Board of Directors

MacPherson Brings Over Two Decades of Leadership Experience in Hospice, Palliative, and Serious Illness Care to Help Guide Strategic and Long-Term Direction WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Elisabeth …

Stand Up For Science Statement on FY2026 Science Appropriations

Stand Up For Science calls for increases in federal science funding along with safeguards to protect scientific integrity and prevent political interference. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up For …

Oversight Committee Republicans and Democrats Hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in Contempt for Defying Lawful Subpoenas

WASHINGTON—Today, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform voted on a bipartisan basis to advance two resolutions recommending that the U.S. House of Representatives hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary …

Nebraska Insurance Professional and Policy Author Lee Benham Announces Intent to Explore U.S. Senate Run as a Democrat

Nebraska Insurance Professional and Policy Author Lee Benham Announces Intent to Explore U.S. Senate Run as a Democrat BELLEVUE, NE, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lee Benham, a Nebraska-based insurance professional and …

Clairton Resident Pleads Guilty to Violating Federal Sex Offense Laws

Operation Tidal Wave: Seven Indicted in $7.1 Million Money Laundering Conspiracy Following Investigation That Resulted ...

Round Rock Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Building, Possessing Machineguns

Ashton Blake Donaldson was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for possession of a machinegun.

Venezuelan Nationals Convicted in ATM Jackpotting Scheme to Be Deported

Former airman pleads guilty to sex crimes against children

Armed Carjacker Sentenced To Over Eleven Years In Federal Prison

Tampa, Florida – Armoni Tyree Moody (24, Davenport) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle to 11 years and 9 months in federal prison for carjacking, brandishing a firearm in furtherance of the carjacking, and possessing …

Ithaca Man Sentenced for Drug and Firearms Offenses

Former Suburban Chicago Police Officer Convicted of Federal Corruption Charges

ANTOINE LARRY conspired to steal cash and drugs from occupants of vehicles during traffic stops.

Brevard County Man Sentenced To 30 Years In Federal Prison For Drug And Firearm Offenses

Orlando, Florida – Quentes Durrelle Simpson (33, Melbourne) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Wendy W. Berger to 30 years in federal prison for distributing and possessing with intent to distribute controlled substances and possessing a firearm as …