'We're throwing them in jails': Bondi's fiery clash with Reed on Mexican cartel arms flow
Bondi pushed back hard against Democratic criticism, declaring, 'We're not sending people back to Mexico with guns, we're throwing them in jail.' She cited recent ATF data showing nearly 9,700 firearms intercepted since Trump's return to office on January 20th, underscoring the administration's aggressive strategy to stop deadly weapons from reaching Mexican gangs.
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Time of India
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- Time of India
Visa controversy erupts: Jasmine Crockett presses how Melania Trump got elite US visa
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett spoke at a government hearing. She asked how Melania Trump got a special visa in 2001 called the EB-1 or 'Einstein visa.' This visa is usually for people who have done something really amazing—like winning a Nobel Prize, being in the Olympics, or being a famous scientist, as per the report by Newsweek. Crockett said Melania was a model, but not as famous as big names like Tyra Banks or Naomi Campbell. She said Melania didn't have the kind of huge awards or career success that usually earns someone an EB-1 visa. Crockett joked, "It doesn't take an Einstein to see that the math ain't mathin' here." Crockett also called out Republicans for being tough on other immigrants but staying silent on Trump's own family. She pointed out that Trump's administration revoked visas for people based on their social media posts and ran ICE raids across the country. She mentioned Trump's executive order on June 4, which targeted student visas, especially for Chinese students, as stated by the Newsweek report. Later in June, Trump also banned or restricted visas from 19 countries, including full bans from 12. The Trump administration made visa rules stricter, like checking people's social media posts more carefully. Crockett said this all shows a double standard—tough rules for regular people but easy for Trump's circle. ALSO READ: Supreme court rules South Carolina can block Medicaid funding to planned parenthood — what this means for Medicaid patients Live Events What Melania did before the visa Melania came to the U.S. in 1996 on a tourist visa, then got work visas for modeling jobs. She met Donald Trump in 1998, which made her more famous. By 2001, she applied for and got the EB-1 visa. In that year, only 5 people from Slovenia got EB-1 visas, according to the U.S. State Department. Before applying, she had been on magazine covers, like British GQ and some U.S. publications, as per reports. What others said Alex Nowrasteh from the Cato Institute jokingly said, 'Not everybody could marry Donald Trump. That's quite an achievement.' Crockett replied, 'You sure are right, I couldn't have done it', accoridng to the report by Newsweek. Melania's lawyer Michael Wildes said in 2018, 'She got her green card legally and was more than qualified for the Extraordinary Ability category.' Melania Trump has not commented on the controversy yet. She has been keeping a low profile since Trump's second term began. Last seen at Trump's 79th birthday parade on June 14, and at other events like a Kennedy Center red carpet and a White House picnic, as mentioned by Newsweek report. FAQs Q1. What visa did Melania Trump get? Melania Trump received an EB-1 visa in 2001, also known as the " Einstein visa ," meant for people with extraordinary abilities. Q2. Why is Melania Trump's visa being questioned? Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett questioned how Melania qualified for an elite visa usually reserved for Nobel winners or top athletes.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Israel reveals how Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei evaded assassination during 12-day war
Israel came close to targeting Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the recent 12-day conflict, but he managed to evade a potential assassination by going into deep hiding, according to Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz. Speaking to Israel's Kan public broadcaster on Thursday, Katz said, 'If Khamenei had been within reach, we would have taken him out. But he knew the risk, disappeared underground, and cut off communications with key commanders. In the end, it wasn't feasible.' The war, which began on June 13, saw Israel eliminate several top Iranian commanders and nuclear scientists. Both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump had hinted during the conflict that Khamenei's life could be in danger, raising the possibility of regime change. The war ended Tuesday with a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Khamenei Resurfaces with Threats On Thursday, Khamenei made his first public appearance since June 19 in a video message broadcast on Iranian state TV. He declared that Iran had dealt 'a slap to America's face' with its missile strike on a U.S. airbase in Qatar and warned of more retaliation if provoked further. Looking visibly weary and speaking with a hoarse voice, the 86-year-old Supreme Leader delivered a fiery 10-minute speech aimed at both Israel and the U.S., downplaying the recent U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. 'They could not achieve anything significant,' he claimed, dismissing Trump's statement that the attacks had 'completely obliterated' Iran's nuclear capabilities. Live Events Notably, Khamenei avoided any direct mention of Iran's nuclear infrastructure or the condition of its centrifuges post-attack. War Toll and Aftermath According to Tehran, 606 Iranians were killed and over 5,300 wounded in the conflict. However, the Human Rights Activists group, based in Washington, reported higher figures—1,054 dead and 4,476 wounded, including 417 civilians and 318 security personnel. Israel reported 28 deaths and over 1,000 injuries. During the war, Iran launched more than 550 missiles at Israel, 90% of which were intercepted, according to Israeli authorities. In response, Israel claimed to have struck over 720 Iranian military targets and eight nuclear-related sites. Khamenei stated the U.S. only entered the conflict to prevent Israel's total defeat. 'They came to save the Zionist regime and got nothing in return,' he said, adding that Iran's attack on the U.S. base proved its reach and resolve. 'The Islamic Republic was victorious,' he said. 'If needed, we will repeat this slap.' Outlook for Peace? Despite the high tensions, Trump hinted that talks between U.S. and Iranian officials may take place next week. While Iran has not confirmed any upcoming dialogue, U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff acknowledged both direct and indirect communications. A planned sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman earlier this month was canceled following Israel's strike on June 13. Meanwhile, Iran's parliament voted Wednesday to fast-track legislation that would severely limit cooperation with the IAEA, reinforcing its commitment to continue its nuclear programme. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Indian Express
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- Indian Express
‘Daddy's home': White House posts video after Trump returns from NATO summit
It looks like finally, even the White House has also embraced the moniker of 'daddy' for Donald Trump after NATO chief Mark Rutte used the term in a conversation with the US President.. 'Daddy's home,' the White House posted on X, along with the video featuring the song 'Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)' by Usher and images of Trump at the NATO summit in The Hague. The phrase emerged after Rutte, the newly appointed NATO secretary general and former Dutch prime minister, appeared alongside Trump and remarked, 'And then daddy has to sometimes use strong language to get (them to) stop,' referencing Trump's comments to Iran and Israel over ceasefire violations. 🎶 Daddy's home… Hey, hey, hey, Daddy. President Donald J. Trump attended the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands. — The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 26, 2025 On Tuesday, Trump said Iran and Israel had been fighting 'so long and so hard that they don't know what the fuck they're doing.' In an interview with Reuters after the summit, Rutte said he had used the word 'daddy' to describe how some allies seem to view the United States, rather than about Trump specifically. 'In Europe, I hear sometimes countries saying, 'Hey, Mark, will the US stay with us?' And I said that sounds a little bit like a small child asking his daddy, 'Hey, are you still staying with the family?'' Rutte said. 'So in that sense, I used daddy, (it's) not that I was calling President Trump daddy.' Asked if this meant other NATO members were like children who were now growing up after a pledge to spend more on defence, Rutte said they 'already have grown up' but realised they had to step up and 'equalise' defence spending with the United States.
