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Axios
6 days ago
- Politics
- Axios
Dallas-area ICE arrests of noncriminals skyrocketed
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests of people without criminal charges or convictions in the Dallas area soared in June, per data compiled by the Deportation Data Project. Why it matters: The surge follows a national trend that coincides with the Trump administration's decision on May 21 to triple ICE's arrest quota. By the numbers: In January, ICE agents arrested 1,085 total people in the Dallas Field Office region, which includes North Texas, the Texas Panhandle and Oklahoma. As of June 26 — the most recent data available — the monthly arrest figure increased 59% to 1,726. Zoom in: The monthly share of Dallas-area ICE detainees without criminal charges or convictions more than doubled, from 197 in January (18% of all arrests) to 524 (30%) in June. The big picture: Nationwide, people without criminal charges or convictions made up an average of 47% of daily ICE arrests in early June, up from about 21% in early May, before the quota increase. The other side: "The media continues to peddle this FALSE narrative that ICE is not targeting criminal illegal aliens," Department of Homeland Security assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement to Axios. McLaughlin added that 70% of ICE arrests were for immigrants with criminal convictions or pending charges, but did not elaborate on that figure. Between the lines: " ICE has the authority to arrest immigrants who are suspected of violating immigration laws, regardless of criminal history," writes Austin Kocher, research assistant professor at Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and immigration expert, in an analysis of the new data. "Nevertheless, the administration has gone to great lengths in the press and on social media to emphasize the criminality of people they are arresting. Both things can be true, of course."
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Business Standard
22-07-2025
- Business Standard
Bollywood couple's $4 million scam duped over 100 in Texas property deals
"We're watching you.' That's the message US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been sending for months to undocumented immigrants with pending criminal charges. But a celebrity couple from India—well known for their stage performances and social media presence—appeared to believe their public profile would shield them. They were wrong. ICE in June 2025 detained Sidhartha 'Sammy' Mukherjee, husband of Bollywood singer Sunita Mukherjee, in connection with a $4 million (approximately Rs 34.5 crore) real estate fraud targeting members of the Indian-American community in North Texas. Business Standard confirmed through ICE's Online Detainee Locator System that Mukherjee is currently being held at the Prairieland Detention Centre. He was taken into custody just weeks after being released on a $500,000 bond in a felony theft case. His wife, Sunita, was also charged. The Mukherjees were once familiar faces in Dallas-area cultural events, known for Bollywood-style performances and lavish parties. But behind the glamour, investigators allege, was a scheme that duped over 100 people with fake property investment deals. The case began unfolding in 2023 when Euless Police Detective Brian Brennan opened an inquiry after a couple reported losing $325,000. What followed was a trail of forged contracts, receipts, and emails purporting to be linked to city-backed housing projects. When Brennan contacted the Dallas Housing Authority (DHA), they denied any such projects or partnerships. The arrest affidavit described all documentation provided by the Mukherjees as forged. 'All fake,' Brennan told CBS. 'It had to be a full-time job for him to do that.' How the fraud spread and who was targeted According to the affidavit reviewed by CBS, the couple allegedly ran a multi-pronged scam involving phoney firms, fabricated payrolls, and pandemic-era PPP loans. In one case, Sammy denied recognising several employee names listed on a PPP loan application. Investigators later found the identities were fictitious. The couple also reportedly targeted elderly victims using threatening emails to coerce payments under false claims of pending arrest. Some victims were told they owed law enforcement money. When questioned, Mukherjee claimed the deposits were for a hotel project funded by a deceased associate. Officials did not believe the explanation. What the victims said 'They will make you believe that they are very successful businesspeople,' Terry Parvaga, one of the alleged victims told CBC. 'But they will take every single penny you have.' Forensic accountants later identified at least 20 confirmed victims, with more than 100 individuals possibly affected. Brennan described Sammy as 'probably the most prolific fraudster I've seen' in his 23-year career. Public image, arrest and what next Despite the ongoing investigation, the Mukherjees maintained an active public image. In May 2024, they hosted a high-profile charity event featuring a Bollywood celebrity and the mayor of Plano. CBS found that the nonprofit organising the event was registered to the couple's home—the same house where they were arrested weeks later. The FBI is now leading the probe. There are concerns that funds may have been moved into crypto assets or hidden abroad. The couple filed for bankruptcy last year. ICE took Sammy Mukherjee into custody shortly after his release on bond of $500,000. According to CBS, the couple had entered the US seeking asylum. Their immigration status is still unclear. Some victims have submitted documents suggesting Mukherjee may also be wanted for fraud in Mumbai. Dozens of victims are now left chasing both justice and restitution. Investigators have warned that much of the money may already be gone. 'I think it's gone,' Brennan said. 'I think they've spent it on cars, their house, and in just living expenses.' Trump's crackdown The case emerges amid a renewed immigration crackdown under US President Donald Trump, who has vowed to remove undocumented immigrants, particularly those with pending criminal charges. ICE has already deported nearly 150,00 individuals since January, including around 70,000 with criminal convictions. But, many of these offenses were minor- traffic violations or immigration related infractions, CBS News reported.
Fox News
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Bryson DeChambeau takes friendly jab at Open champion Scottie Scheffler
"I played with him a lot in college, and he was not that good…" The Claret Jug was never a realistic possibility the last 72 hours, but Bryson DeChambeau received cheers worthy of a champion when he wrapped up his Open Championship on the 18th green Sunday. With good reason. Having shot himself out of contention after an opening 7-over 78, DeChambeau spent the final three rounds at Royal Portrush chasing respectability — and chasing away the demons of that disastrous Thursday. Instead of checking out, he put the throttle down. The result? 65-68-64. It's the second-lowest score over the last 54 holes in the 153 years of The Open. He played the last three rounds in 16 under, and his final-round 64 matches his best round in 124 career rounds in majors. He was 7 over and tied for 144th after the first round, and he finished at 9 under to tie for 10th. Few things in golf are more lethal when the Crushers GC captain lets loose. No wonder the gallery showed its appreciation, with DeChambeau responding with heartfelt thanks. "That's what I did for the past three days," DeChambeau said. "I said, every time is go time, like you've got to come back from five, six back. That's the mentality I had. I said I'm going to give myself a chance. I'm not going to pout. I'm going to be free. It's Sunday of a major. I'm going to be free. "Kind of like what Scottie is doing right now." Ah, Scottie Scheffler, his fellow Dallas-area resident in Texas. Scheffler was lapping the field when DeChambeau spoke to the media Sunday afternoon. Even if DeChambeau had shot even par in the opening round, he still would've been hard-pressed to catch Scheffler, who shot his own 64 in the second round to set up a run towards his third career major. Those were the two lowest rounds in the field this week. "Scottie's in a league of his own right now," DeChambeau said. "I played with him a lot in college, and he was not that good, so he's figured out a lot of stuff since then. It's really impressive to see and something we can all learn from for sure." What DeChambeau learned the past three days at Royal Portrush may prove very valuable in future Open starts. Links courses haven't exactly been his forte, and since he competes on them just one week a year, the comfort factor takes time. Ask Phil Mickelson, who finally solved The Open in his 20th start. Just how many links secrets DeChambeau was able to unlock from Royal Portrush remains to be seen, though. After some nasty weather in the opening round, the final three days offered favorable, sunny conditions. Even DeChambeau realizes that he didn't face the full brunt of usual Open elements. "Look, it was fair conditions the past few days," he said. "I always told you guys I like it when it's fair conditions. I can play well. "I still have to crack the code when it's raining and windy. But I feel like we're getting close to some opportunities and solutions for that. It just takes a long time to develop stuff. I'm starting to learn." He's excited about the golf ball he's developing, thinks that will be a huge benefit for his unique swing, especially in how it reacts against the wind in future Opens. He's also excited about how he managed his putting this week. That's held him back on past links starts, but he managed the speed this week, suffering just one three-putt. "Putting is usually a difficult thing for me to control, the speed," DeChambeau said. "We did a good job of that this week. I barely three-putted and that was my goal going into it. Coming back next year, that's another goal of mine. If I can keep doing that and give myself a better chance with a new golf ball — hopefully — with some flighted shots and give myself a chance to win the Claret Jug." For now, he has the final four tournaments of the LIV Golf season, with a chance to win the Individual Championship (he's currently third in the standings) and win a second Team Championship with his Crushers. Then there's the Ryder Cup in late September at Bethpage Black. He's all but guaranteed to be on the team — in fact, U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley left him an inspirational message in his locker this week. And who knows, maybe DeChambeau will partner with Scheffler, an intimidating twosome to be sure as the Americans hope to bounce back from a 2023 loss to the Europeans in Rome. "This year's no joke," DeChambeau said. "We're tired of it. We're tired of losing." He seemed to get emotional as he spoke, twirling a tee in his hands to help him stay in check. It was an emotional week for DeChambeau, one that ended without a trophy but definitely on a high note. As bright as the weather was Sunday at Portrush, his future on links courses seems even brighter. This piece is courtesy of Mike McAllister in partnership with LIV Golf. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily!
Fox Sports
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Bryson DeChambeau takes friendly jab at Open champion Scottie Scheffler
"I played with him a lot in college, and he was not that good…" The Claret Jug was never a realistic possibility the last 72 hours, but Bryson DeChambeau received cheers worthy of a champion when he wrapped up his Open Championship on the 18th green Sunday. With good reason. Having shot himself out of contention after an opening 7-over 78, DeChambeau spent the final three rounds at Royal Portrush chasing respectability — and chasing away the demons of that disastrous Thursday. Instead of checking out, he put the throttle down. The result? 65-68-64. It's the second-lowest score over the last 54 holes in the 153 years of The Open. He played the last three rounds in 16 under, and his final-round 64 matches his best round in 124 career rounds in majors. He was 7 over and tied for 144th after the first round, and he finished at 9 under to tie for 10th. Few things in golf are more lethal when the Crushers GC captain lets loose. No wonder the gallery showed its appreciation, with DeChambeau responding with heartfelt thanks. "That's what I did for the past three days," DeChambeau said. "I said, every time is go time, like you've got to come back from five, six back. That's the mentality I had. I said I'm going to give myself a chance. I'm not going to pout. I'm going to be free. It's Sunday of a major. I'm going to be free. "Kind of like what Scottie is doing right now." Ah, Scottie Scheffler, his fellow Dallas-area resident in Texas. Scheffler was lapping the field when DeChambeau spoke to the media Sunday afternoon. Even if DeChambeau had shot even par in the opening round, he still would've been hard-pressed to catch Scheffler, who shot his own 64 in the second round to set up a run towards his third career major. Those were the two lowest rounds in the field this week. "Scottie's in a league of his own right now," DeChambeau said. "I played with him a lot in college, and he was not that good, so he's figured out a lot of stuff since then. It's really impressive to see and something we can all learn from for sure." What DeChambeau learned the past three days at Royal Portrush may prove very valuable in future Open starts. Links courses haven't exactly been his forte, and since he competes on them just one week a year, the comfort factor takes time. Ask Phil Mickelson, who finally solved The Open in his 20th start. Just how many links secrets DeChambeau was able to unlock from Royal Portrush remains to be seen, though. After some nasty weather in the opening round, the final three days offered favorable, sunny conditions. Even DeChambeau realizes that he didn't face the full brunt of usual Open elements. "Look, it was fair conditions the past few days," he said. "I always told you guys I like it when it's fair conditions. I can play well. "I still have to crack the code when it's raining and windy. But I feel like we're getting close to some opportunities and solutions for that. It just takes a long time to develop stuff. I'm starting to learn." He's excited about the golf ball he's developing, thinks that will be a huge benefit for his unique swing, especially in how it reacts against the wind in future Opens. He's also excited about how he managed his putting this week. That's held him back on past links starts, but he managed the speed this week, suffering just one three-putt. "Putting is usually a difficult thing for me to control, the speed," DeChambeau said. "We did a good job of that this week. I barely three-putted and that was my goal going into it. Coming back next year, that's another goal of mine. If I can keep doing that and give myself a better chance with a new golf ball — hopefully — with some flighted shots and give myself a chance to win the Claret Jug." For now, he has the final four tournaments of the LIV Golf season, with a chance to win the Individual Championship (he's currently third in the standings) and win a second Team Championship with his Crushers. Then there's the Ryder Cup in late September at Bethpage Black. He's all but guaranteed to be on the team — in fact, U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley left him an inspirational message in his locker this week. And who knows, maybe DeChambeau will partner with Scheffler, an intimidating twosome to be sure as the Americans hope to bounce back from a 2023 loss to the Europeans in Rome. "This year's no joke," DeChambeau said. "We're tired of it. We're tired of losing." He seemed to get emotional as he spoke, twirling a tee in his hands to help him stay in check. It was an emotional week for DeChambeau, one that ended without a trophy but definitely on a high note. As bright as the weather was Sunday at Portrush, his future on links courses seems even brighter. 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NBC Sports
15-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
NFL would likely wait to place Quinshon Judkins on paid leave until he signs his contract
Yes, the Personal Conduct Policy applies to Browns running back Quinshon Judkins, even if he hasn't signed his rookie deal. But the lack of a signed deal remains very relevant to the potential timing of a decision to use the Personal Conduct Policy to place Judkins on paid leave. When it comes to paid leave, the NFL doesn't activate it until it has to. The thinking is simple — why create a negative story when there's no need to create a negative story? Judkins's presence at Browns camp isn't relevant until he's under contract. If his holdout lingers into late July and August, there's no reason for the NFL to do anything. Then, if/when he signs the deal, they can activate the paid-leave provision of the Personal Conduct Policy. Either way, it's the same result. Judkins is out of sight and, ideally, out of mind. Or, at a minimum, out of the mouths of broadcasters who are working Browns games. Of course, there's a chance the NFL will decide based on its preliminary investigation that paid leave isn't justified. Based on the police report, however, the allegation that he punched a female with a closed fist in the mouth/chin area (leaving visible bruising) could be enough to get the NFL to move. And we know, Browns fans. We know. Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice wasn't placed on paid leave after being charged with eight felony counts as a result of a Dallas-area street race. Traditionally, domestic violence allegations are far more likely to spark paid leave. It happened last year to another Browns second-round pick from Ohio State. Defensive tackle Mike Hall was placed on paid leave within two weeks of being arrested for domestic violence. So here's the possible timeline. One, Judkins signs his rookie contract. Two, Judkins prepares to show up for training camp. Three — in theory — the NFL tells him to not bother.
