ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS

Why TikTok star Khaby Lame was deported by ICE in LA
Khaby Lame, the most-followed TikTok star globally, was briefly detained by U.S. immigration authorities in Las Vegas for overstaying his visa. The 25-year-old Italian-Senegalese influencer was granted voluntary departure and has since left the country. His detention sparked controversy after pro-Trump influencer Bo Loudon claimed credit for tipping off authorities. The incident underscores the sharpened edge of U.S. immigration policy under President Trump’s renewed crackdown and highlights the strange intersections of viral fame and politics.

Trump's former aide Steve Bannon terrified of LA protests, warns what's happening is World War III
Steve Bannon, ex-Trump aide, called L.A. protests the start of World War III. He blamed Democrats for unrest, attacked tech giants like Musk, and said top officials should be arrested. Bannon is now back close to Trump with stronger and harsher views.

LA protest 2025: Who’s fueling the unrest, what they want, and why it matters right now
Growing protests in Los Angeles are fueled by aggressive immigration raids and the deployment of the National Guard, igniting tensions over community safety and government overreach. Demonstrations, initially peaceful, have sometimes escalated into violent confrontations, raising concerns about the unrest's impact on vulnerable communities. While some advocate for migrant rights, authorities pledge crackdowns amidst the escalating conflict.

Beef being weaponised against Hindus: Assam CM Himanta Sarma after Eid incidents
Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has accused some individuals of using beef as a weapon against Hindus, citing incidents after Eid where beef was discarded in public areas. Restrictions were imposed in Dhubri following unrest over beef found in a temple.

L.A. protest today: Locations, map, and everything you need to know about the ongoing unrest
Protests in Los Angeles began after ICE raids targeted Hispanic communities. The government sent National Guard troops to control unrest. Demonstrations continue in parts of LA, with clashes between police and protestors. Officials and leaders disagree on the troop deployment's legality.

Trump's ICE war spills onto streets: Where's the US headed?
Fueled by intensified immigration enforcement, Los Angeles is witnessing violent protests and a deployment of the National Guard. The situation highlights a deep ideological divide, with the Trump administration prioritizing national sovereignty and critics decrying heavy-handed tactics.
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LA Riots 2025: Donald Trump deploys 2,000 National Guard troops, 700 Marines in Los Angeles, protests erupt in parts of California, Texas
LA Riots or Los Angeles protests have spread to other parts of California and as key cities in Texas are witnessing the public anger against President Donald Trump's crackdown against illegal immigrants.
US embassy issues stern warning amid Indian student handcuffing row
Amid outrage over a viral video showing an Indian student handcuffed and deported from Newark Airport, the U.S. Embassy in India stated on Tuesday that it will not tolerate illegal entry, visa abuse, or law violations.
Los Angeles protests: California plans to sue Trump administration for deploying National Guard and 'acting illegally'
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he will sue US President Trump for allegedly federalizing the National Guard during Los Angeles immigration protests. Newsom and other Democrats criticized Trump's move as an unnecessary escalation, while the White House defended it as restoring law and order. Protests erupted after the arrival of National Guard troops, leading to clashes with law enforcement.
Over 330 infiltrators pushed back: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told the assembly that over 330 illegal infiltrators have been pushed back recently, with plans to intensify these operations. He emphasized the need to protect Assam from illegal immigration from Bangladesh and Pakistan. Opposition members raised concerns about re-entry of deported individuals, questioning the government's stance.
Trump's travel ban comes into effect, citizens from 12 countries barred from entering the US
Donald Trump's order restricting entry to the US from twelve nations is now active. The ban affects Afghanistan, Myanmar, and others. Trump cites a recent attack on Jews in Colorado as justification. He claims the ban protects against foreign terrorists. Restrictions also apply to seven other countries. The ban excludes athletes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
LA protests: Trump officials, protesters, social media clash with LA mayor Karen Bass over ICE immigration crackdown
Los Angeles Immigration Raids Protests: Riots erupted in Los Angeles after ICE arrested over 40 people in immigration raids, triggering a fiery response from local officials and federal leaders. Protesters clashed with federal agents, prompting the Trump administration to deploy 2,000 National Guard troops. Mayor Karen Bass condemned the raids, calling them “terror tactics,” while Trump allies accused her of fuelling the unrest. With law enforcement under pressure and federal officers attacked, the standoff has intensified the national debate on immigration enforcement and local resistance.
Trump says it was DOJ decision to bring back Abrego Garcia
President Trump clarified that the Justice Department, not him, decided to bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia back to the U.S. after his mistaken deportation to El Salvador. Abrego Garcia faces criminal charges for allegedly transporting illegal immigrants. Trump also stated he did not discuss Abrego Garcia's return with El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, according to an NBC News interview.
SC allows direct expulsion of illegals: Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the state doesn't need foreigners' tribunals to identify illegal immigrants. He cited a Supreme Court order affirming the validity of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Order, 1950. Sarma explained that deputy commissioners can now directly order the deportation of illegal immigrants.
Himanta Biswa Sarma invokes 1950 law to fast-track deportation, bypassing foreigners tribunal
Assam government plans to speed up the deportation of illegal immigrants. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that existing laws allow Deputy Commissioners to order the pushback of illegal immigrants. This bypasses the need for Foreigners Tribunals in every case. The identification process, previously slowed by the NRC update, will now gain momentum. Pushback efforts will continue.
Wrongfully deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia returns to U.S. — but a new legal nightmare awaits him
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongfully deported to El Salvador, is back in the U.S. to face federal human smuggling charges in Tennessee. Accused of conspiring to transport undocumented migrants, including MS-13 members, Garcia faces potential prison time.
Amid Trump-Musk spat, Tesla CEO's immigration status under scanner. Can President deport him?
Steve Bannon, a former White House chief strategist and key ally of President Donald Trump, suggested Thursday that tech billionaire Elon Musk be deported from the US. Elon Musk was born in South Africa and moved to the US IN 1992 and became a citizen later. In 2024, a report claimed Musk reportedly "violated US immigration laws" by founding a company in 1995 while on a student visa, even though he never attended Stanford University as he had indicated.
Can Donald Trump legally deport Tesla CEO Elon Musk? A look at what U.S. immigration law says
Steve Bannon has called for Elon Musk's deportation, alleging illegal immigration. Bannon claims Musk worked unlawfully while on a student visa. Despite being a naturalized US citizen since 2002, questions about Musk's past visa status have resurfaced.
Deport 'illegal alien' Elon Musk and 'seize SpaceX': Trump ally Steve Bannon demands probe into Tesla CEO's immigration status
Stephen K. Bannon, one of Elon Musk’s most vocal critics, said he has advised US President Donald Trump to cancel all of the tech billionaire’s contracts and launch several investigations into the world’s richest man. The former White House official called Musk an 'illegal alien' and demanded a probe into his immigration status.
In a first, Trump administration returns deported individual following judge’s order to bring him back
A Guatemalan man was brought back to the U.S. after a judge said he was sent away unfairly. This is the first time the Trump team brought someone back like this. The man had asked for help because he feared danger in his home country.
Arunachal preps for crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, to set up task forces in districts
Arunachal Pradesh has initiated a statewide crackdown, directed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, to identify and deport illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. District task forces will be formed in every district to detect undocumented immigrants and enforce Inner Line Permit regulations. This action follows a 30-day deadline from the MHA for states to verify the documentation of suspected illegal immigrants.
Canada’s Strong Borders Act to combat organized crime, curb illegal fentanyl; what changes in immigration policy with Bill C-2
Canada introduces the Strong Borders Act, Bill C-2. The bill aims to strengthen border security and reform the asylum system. It provides law enforcement with more tools. The Canadian Coast Guard will expand its services. New rules affect asylum eligibility based on entry time and location. The cabinet gains power over immigration decisions.
Visa overstays in US persist without much scrutiny
The suspect in the Boulder attack, entered the US legally on a tourist visa in 2022 and overstayed. He applied for asylum and received a work permit that later expired. Visa overstays represent a significant portion of the undocumented population, with estimates suggesting over 40% arrived legally by air and remained unlawfully, posing tracking challenges.
16 illegal Bangladeshi Nationals apprehended in Delhi's Seemapuri area
Delhi Police arrested sixteen Bangladeshi citizens in Seemapuri. The individuals included men, women, and children. They entered India without valid documents. Police acted on intelligence regarding illegal movement near the Uttar Pradesh border. The group confessed to crossing the border years ago due to poverty. They worked at brick kilns in Haryana. Authorities have initiated deportation proceedings through the FRRO.
How Nepali "job-seekers" cross into India via Bihar to reach Qatar, UAE from Mumbai
Mumbai airport saw the arrest of ten Nepali citizens. They were attempting to travel to Gulf nations with forged documents. Investigations revealed they illegally entered India via the Nepal-Bihar border. Each individual paid agents in Nepal for the fake papers. Authorities are now pursuing two suspected agents, Shakir Yadav and Ahmed.
Donald Trump's next targets for immigration crackdowns revealed—here's the list
The Trump administration has identified several "sanctuary jurisdictions," including major cities and states, for allegedly obstructing federal immigration enforcement. Homeland Security aims to expose these areas and demand policy changes aligning with US president Donald Trump's agenda.
US Supreme Court lets Trump revoke 'parole' status for over 5,00,000 migrants
The US Supreme Court has permitted the Trump administration to revoke the temporary legal status of many migrants. This decision impacts Venezuelan, Cuban, Haitian, and Nicaraguan individuals. It puts on hold a judge's order that had blocked the administration's move. This potentially exposes many to deportation while the case continues in lower courts.
My husband is Indian; we know justice will prevail: Wife of Assam man deported to Bangladesh
Rita Khanam anxiously awaits news of her husband, Khairul Islam, after a video surfaced showing him near the Indo-Bangladesh border. Islam, previously declared a foreigner and detained, was recently taken by police and is believed to have been deported. Despite this, Khanam asserts his Indian nationality and is working with authorities, remaining hopeful for his return and trusting in justice.
Manipur facing identity crisis due to influx of illegal immigrants: Ex-CM Biren Singh
N Biren Singh stated that Manipur faces threats to its indigenous identity due to unregulated immigration, leading to new settlements and resource strain. The government has identified thousands of illegal immigrants, primarily from Myanmar, and has taken measures like verification drives and deportations since 2017.
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