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Newsweek
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Pregnant Wife Says ICE Agents Beat Her Husband During Workplace Raid
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A 7-month pregnant woman has told Newsweek immigration agents beat her Venezuelan husband after he tried to evade detention. Carla Rodríguez said 21-year-old Reinel Fernando Acosta Rodríguez was beaten as he tried to flee from agents at the Illinois warehouse where he worked last month. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has denied the claims, telling Newsweek they were "categorically false," and that Acosta Rodríguez was detained as he attempted to flee the scene. Why it Matters The detention comes under President Donald Trump's crackdown on undocumented immigrants. The White House has said anyone living in the U.S. illegally is considered to be a "criminal." The administration is enacting plans to carry out what it calls the largest deportation operation in U.S. history as part of the Republicans' hardline immigration agenda. What to Know Acosta Rodríguez - an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela who, according to his wife, had been in the process of applying for asylum - was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on June 6. An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent stands outside the Delaney Hall Detention Facility during protests over federal immigration enforcement raids on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J. An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent stands outside the Delaney Hall Detention Facility during protests over federal immigration enforcement raids on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J. Olga Fedorova/AP "Immigration agents arrived unexpectedly," Carla Rodríguez told Newsweek. "He called me, it was around 11:45. He said: 'Love, immigration is here. I'm going to run.' "He tried to escape... but there were many agents around. They saw him run. He told me five or six agents were chasing him. "He's very skinny, so he ran as fast as he could, but they still caught him." Agents tackled Acosta Rodríguez to the ground where he said they beat him. "He told me they tackled him, beat him, and then picked him up," said his wife. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin denied this claim. "The allegation that ICE agents beat Reinel Fernando Acosta Rodríguez is categorically FALSE," McLaughlin told Newsweek. "ICE arrested Rodriguez after he attempted to flee but no injuries were reported." "ICE and CBP conducted an inspection of Gemini Express, a CBP bonded warehouse, a facility overseen by custom authorities where imported goods are inspected. Agents entered the facility that they have access to and verbally identified themselves as law enforcement while wearing identification. "During the inspection, agents encountered Rodríguez as an illegal alien with access to bonded merchandise. "Rodriguez is a Venezuelan national who illegally entered the United States near El Paso, Texas, on November 20, 2023, and was RELEASED into our country by the Biden administration." Carla Rodriguez said Acosta Rodríguez had entered the U.S. in 2023 as part of a migrant caravan, and had turned himself into immigration officials in Chicago before being sent to a shelter. "It's been very traumatic," she said. "I feel desperate. I feel powerless. It's like the world changed overnight. "We always kept to ourselves, from work to home. We didn't bother anyone. All he wanted was to build a future. He came here with a purpose — because in his country, there's no way to have a home, buy anything, or survive. It feels like his dreams have been completely crushed." "When the previous president was in office, we felt more at ease, safer," she added. "I know people have different opinions, but now there's a lot of uncertainty. "So many things are happening that it makes people scared. I go out because I have to, but seeing so many people suffering — it hurts me a lot." What Happens Next Acosta Rodríguez is set to remain in ICE custody in Missouri ahead of potential deportation, pending removal proceedings. ICE is arresting thousands of migrants without legal status, and more than 65,000 people have been deported so far in 2025. As of June 15, 56,397 people were in detention nationwide: In May alone, 28,896 people were booked into ICE detention. Meanwhile, the nation's top immigration enforcement agency is set to receive additional resources. Under the One Big Beautiful Bill, ICE will receive $45 billion to expand its detention capacity to nearly 100,000 beds, $14 billion for transportation and removals, $8 billion to hire 10,000 new deportation officers, and billions more for state and local cooperation programs, technology upgrades, and incentives to retain ICE personnel.
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How Entrepreneurs Are Upgrading Tech For AI Growth
Modernizing tech infrastructure getty Old tech used to be an inconvenience. But now it's a liability. In an AI-driven world, every crash or slowdown doesn't merely waste valuable time. It costs you innovation, speed, and your competitive edge. Imagine, for example, pitching to a major potential client while your outdated system freezes mid-demo. A hiccup like that can shift a win into a loss, all because your tech couldn't keep up. Smart entrepreneurs are seeing the truth: If their PCs can't support AI, their business can't either. What used to be a routine IT upgrade is now a strategic move—and a competitive advantage. The ones who invest in modern infrastructure are improving performance, strengthening security, and scaling faster. They're not playing catch-up; they're taking the lead. Below are three key steps entrepreneurs are taking to modernize their tech infrastructure and position their businesses for AI-powered growth. Entrepreneurs at the forefront of AI adoption aren't waiting for systems to break before replacing them. They're proactively swapping outdated PCs and legacy tools for AI-powered machines and intelligent automation platforms designed for today's demanding workloads. This shift turns the PC refresh cycle into a competitive edge. This shift turns the PC refresh cycle into a competitive edge. As such, leaders are investing in systems that can handle today's demands and evolve with tomorrow's breakthroughs. Shiny new devices aren't the goal. What matters is building an environment where AI can thrive and people can excel. As Carla Rodríguez, VP & GM of Client Software Ecosystem, Client Computing at Intel Corporation, puts it: 'Today's business leaders are challenged with driving fast-paced innovation yet relying on outdated technology. A well-planned PC refresh cycle, coupled with AI-enabled software, is here to accept that challenge. With the latest AI PCs powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors and Intel vPro® coupled with Laplink's PCmover Enterprise, businesses can accelerate employee productivity at an unprecedented pace.' More than a speed boost, these upgrades are changing the way teams function, choose, and protect in a connected world. It's one thing to want to integrate AI. It's another to be technically and strategically ready for it. Too many entrepreneurs dive into AI pilot programs or automation rollouts only to find their infrastructure buckling under the pressure. The problem isn't the vision, but the foundation. Next-gen AI workloads demand high-performance computing, robust memory, and secure environments. Without that baseline, tools underdeliver and security gaps widen. A recent review of AI adoption published in the Journal of Innovation & Knowledge confirms this: Foundational readiness—including infrastructure, data availability, and skilled teams—directly influences success. Smaller firms often face steeper hurdles, from limited resources to tech gaps, making it harder to turn AI ambition into tangible outcomes. For entrepreneurs, this means ambition alone isn't enough; readiness is what determines whether AI becomes a real driver of innovation or just another underutilized tool. Entrepreneurs leading the pack are investing in scalable platforms from the ground up, ensuring that as AI matures, their businesses can support more complex models, deeper insights, and safer operations. Behind every innovative company is an engine of quiet efficiency, driving progress where it counts most. Entrepreneurs who prioritize seamless device deployment, cloud-based management, and automated data migration are freeing up time, budget, and brainpower. These upgrades aren't patchwork fixes—they're fuel. With the right tools, startups and small businesses aren't stuck juggling migrations or scrambling through setup delays. Apps, files, and settings transfer seamlessly, new hires hit the ground running, and IT teams finally get to trade firefighting for forward thinking. Gartner underscores this shift in its Market Guide for Unified Endpoint Management Tools, noting that unified endpoint management (UEM) has reached mainstream adoption and is essential for managing, securing, and enabling the hybrid workplace. The report highlights that single-OS-centric tools fragment operations, increase cybersecurity risks, and create inconsistent digital employee experiences. In contrast, organizations that consolidate their endpoint management tools into a single solution report significantly better outcomes, scoring 70% higher on the Gartner Digital Workplace Maturity Assessment. As hybrid work becomes standard terrain rather than a trend, entrepreneurs equipped with secure, cross-platform tools are better positioned to minimize friction, safeguard operations, and unlock time and resources for strategic growth and innovation. In this new era, efficiency isn't just about cutting costs—it's a launchpad for smarter, AI-driven innovation. Entrepreneurs who modernize early aren't simply upgrading—they're future-proofing. They understand that infrastructure isn't background noise; it's the backbone of their AI strategy, their cybersecurity stance, and their ability to scale. This is the moment to move. Smart investments today unlock speed, protection, and long-term gains. Whether you're scaling fast or rebuilding for what's next, one thing's clear: if your tech can't keep up, your business won't either.
