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US Immigration Screening Expands to Include "Anti-Americanism" Checks

The U.S. government announced new immigration screening measures to detect "anti-Americanism," including social media checks, causing alarm among immigration advocates due to vague definitions and potential bias; over 6,000 student visas have already been revoked this year.

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UK Terrorism Proscription: Balancing Security and Civil Liberties

The UK government's use of terrorism proscription is increasingly criticized for blurring lines between peaceful protest and violence, eroding public trust and threatening civil liberties; legislative reforms are urged to address these concerns.

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National Guard in D.C. May Carry Weapons Amidst Federal Takeover

President Trump deployed 800 National Guard members to Washington, D.C., on Monday, citing violent crime and homelessness, and declared a public safety emergency, placing the Metropolitan Police Department under federal control; the Guard, initially unarmed, may now carry weapons.

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Trump Bypasses Rules, Federalizes D.C. Police Amidst Low Crime Rates

President Trump admitted to bypassing rules to deploy 800 National Guard members and federalize Washington D.C.'s police for 30 days, citing a rise in crime despite official data showing record lows; this resulted in 45 arrests and increased tensions with local authorities.

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Trump's Federal Takeover of D.C. Leads to Over 100 Arrests

President Trump deployed hundreds of federal troops to Washington D.C. to combat crime, resulting in over 100 arrests and seven firearm seizures, despite city data showing a 30-year low in violent crime; the move is viewed as authoritarian by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.

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Federal Troops Deployed to Washington D.C. Amidst Crime Concerns

In response to rising crime concerns, President Trump deployed 800 National Guard troops and 500 federal agents to Washington D.C., leading to 23 arrests and criticism from Mayor Muriel Bowser, who described the move as an "authoritarian push." The deployment follows the 100th homicide this year, de...

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UK Drops Demand for Apple Encryption Backdoor

Following reports that the UK government ordered Apple to create a backdoor into its encryption, allowing access to user data, US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard announced that the UK has dropped the demand after months of collaboration with US officials, addressing concerns over violating American...

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D.C. National Guard Troops Authorized to Carry Firearms

Following President Trump's order to increase security in Washington, D.C., some National Guard troops will now carry firearms; this change in policy affects a portion of the approximately 1100 National Guard troops currently deployed and comes despite Washington's historically low crime rates.

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Federal Deployment in D.C. Sparks Fear Among Youth

President Trump's deployment of federal forces to Washington, D.C., following a crime spike, has caused fear among young residents who feel unsafe due to increased police presence, prompting a lawsuit from D.C. officials and highlighting concerns about disproportionate responses to youth crime.

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Trump's Federal Takeover of D.C. Law Enforcement

In Washington, D.C., Police Chief Pamela Smith ordered increased cooperation between city police and federal immigration agencies, following President Trump's deployment of 800 National Guard troops and a federal law enforcement intervention resulting in the clearing of homeless encampments and incr...

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Trump Deploys National Guard to Washington D.C., Threatens Homeless Population

President Trump deployed 800 National Guard soldiers and federal agents to Washington D.C., citing a security emergency, while the Mayor reported historically low crime; the move is accompanied by threats of fines and imprisonment for homeless individuals who refuse relocation.

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Trump's Federal Takeover of D.C. Police Sparks Controversy

President Trump deployed 800 National Guardsmen to Washington D.C. and assumed federal control of the city's police force, citing a crime crisis despite low violent crime rates; this action has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporting the increased security while others express concerns about c...

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