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Judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order
Judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order

The Hill

time10-07-2025

  • Politics
  • The Hill

Judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order

It's Thursday. Those storms in the DMV were *wild* last night. 📹 This clip does it justice. 📹 And this one. 📹 Annd this one. But hey, look at 📸 the incredible sunset over the U.S. Capitol afterward! In today's issue: Judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order First challenge to Trump's order Texas floods expose weaknesses in alert systems Noem policy may have slowed FEMA response Plus, McDonald's Snack Wrap is baaaaack 🥳 Next round of the birthright citizenship fight, ding ding: A federal judge in New Hampshire just said he would block the Trump administration from enforcing President Trump 's executive order limiting birthright citizenship. This is the first challenge since the Supreme Court scaled back judges' ability to issue nationwide injunctions. Explainer: The Supreme Court's ruling left a path open for challengers to file class action lawsuits. Today, the judge allowed the case to proceed as a class action, which has the same practical effect as a nationwide injunction. ^ Keep in mind: This move is the next natural step for challenges to Trump's order. 'After a recent Supreme Court decision limiting nationwide injunctions, lawsuits structured as class actions are effectively the only ones that can halt the president's policies across broad sections of the country.' (NYT) Back story: The Trump administration is fighting to end automatic birthright citizenship for the children of undocumented immigrants. ⛑️️ TEXAS FLOODING How do we prevent this from happening again?: President Trump is planning to visit Texas on Friday to survey the damage of the fatal Fourth of July flash flooding that has killed at least 120 people. At least 173 people are still missing, and rescue efforts have become recovery efforts. This comes as early assessments raise questions about the alert systems — as well as the disaster response. The two big questions: 1) Were people along the Guadalupe River alerted as the waters rose more than 26 feet in an hour during the night? The catastrophic flooding has exposed weaknesses in the emergency alert system. There was no siren or alarm to warn locals of the danger. CBS News's Jason Allen reports that Kerr County does have a web-based emergency alert system called CodeRED, but it was delayed while waiting for supervisor authorization. John David Trolinger, a former Kerr County official who helped install the system but has since retired, told CBS: 'I thought, 'Man, someone could die because I'm there arguing with a dispatcher that doesn't know who I am or remember my name,'' he said. 'And there was no way I was going to interrupt their process because it's, you know, it's five o'clock, someone's got to be in dispatch besides just the night, the overnight people.' Why didn't Kerr County have a siren?: Many Texas counties have a siren system to warn of flash floods, but Kerr County rejected the proposal due to the cost. The Texas Tribune's Emily Foxhall reports that officials had a 3-hour and 21-minute heads-up. 'Local officials haven't shed light on when they saw the warnings or whether they saw them in time to take action.' 2) How has the disaster response been? CNN's Gabe Cohen and Michael Williams report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) response was slowed by bureaucratic hurdles put in place by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. As a cost-cutting measure, Noem required her personal sign-off on any funds over $100,000 before they are released. That means FEMA wasn't able to pre-position Urban Search and Rescue crews in anticipation of the event. Keep in mind that officials warned last month that Noem's policy could delay distribution of aid during natural disasters. Noem has defended her response. 'What President Trump has empowered us to do is to let these states and local emergency management officials run and make decisions that best respond to their communities, and we be a support that comes in and comes alongside them when they need us,' she said. ➤ SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: At least three people, including two children, are dead after a flash flood hit a mountain town in New Mexico. How do sanctions sound?: Congressional leaders are considering punishing Russia with additional sanctions. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) have indicated their chambers will take up a bill to sanction Russia soon. Thune says he 'hopes' to have it passed by August recess. Timing: Russia launched a major missile and drone strike on Kyiv, Ukraine, overnight. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. and Russia are looking at a 'new and different approach' to peace negotiations, per AP. Who is keeping Republicans up at night: Elon Musk. The Hill's Alexander Bolton reports that 'Senate Republicans fear Elon Musk 's beef with President Trump could become a wild-card factor that could cost them seats in 2026 if Musk follows through on his threat to create a new political party to compete with the GOP.' Specifically: They're concerned that Musk's party could peel off more Republicans than Democrats in key races. Musk has said his platform would likely be reducing the federal debt. ➤ TIDBIT: Musk released a new version of the chatbot Grok on Wednesday. Keep in mind that its last update gave some several antisemitic responses. ➤ INTERESTING READ — WHAT WAS QUIETLY PASSED IN TRUMP'S BILL: 'Republicans quietly passed a first-of-its-kind national school choice program in President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' but celebration among advocates was tempered after the Senate added a provision giving blue states a way out,' reports The Hill's Lexi Lonas Cochran. Trump is picking a fight with Brazil: 'Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned on Wednesday that his government is prepared to retaliate after President Trump announced plans to impose 50 percent tariffs on goods imported from his country.' The Brazilian leader posted scathing criticism on X: 'Brazil is a sovereign nation with independent institutions and will not accept any form of tutelage,' the statement reads. ➤ TIDBIT — GOING VIRAL: During a meeting with leaders of several African nations Wednesday, Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for speaking English, which is the primary language of Liberia. 'Such good English, such beautiful,' Trump said. 'Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?' 📹 Watch The federal layoffs got the green light: The Supreme Court greenlighted President Trump 's mass layoff effort, allowing the administration to follow through with laying off thousands of federal workers. For context: 'The apparent 8-1 emergency decision lifts the widest block on Trump's plans for massive reductions in force (RIFs). But a patchwork of injunctions that have yet to reach the justices remain in place, creating a jumbled situation that keeps reductions at specific agencies on ice.' COMING UP The House is out. The Senate is in. President Trump is in Washington. (All times EST) 2 p.m.: State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce briefs reporters. 💻 Livestream Friday: Trump plans to visit Texas after the fatal flash flooding. 🐝 INTERNET BUZZ 🍍🥥 Celebrate: Today is National Piña Colada Day. 🍟 Big day for McDonald's superfans: The Snack Wrap is finally back on McDonald's menus starting today (!) It was discontinued in 2016, but thousands of fans demanded it be brought back. Nine years later, it has finally returned! 'u did it. happy snack wrap day,' McDonald's posted on X. ⚠ ️ Throw away your Ritz cracker sandwiches if you have a peanut allergy: The manufacturer of Ritz cracker sandwiches issued an urgent recall due to a potentially 'life-threatening' labeling error. Some may say they have a cheese filling, when they actually are filled with peanut butter. 💤 Wake up, Hugh!: Actor Hugh Grant fell asleep behind Queen Camilla during Wimbledon. 👋 AND FINALLY…

Promenade plaque celebrates Cleveleys Star Wars connection
Promenade plaque celebrates Cleveleys Star Wars connection

BBC News

time17-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • BBC News

Promenade plaque celebrates Cleveleys Star Wars connection

The connection between Star Wars and a seaside town in Lancashire has been marked with a brass seafront was transformed into the beach planet Niamos in 2021, which featured in episode seven of Disney's TV spin-off series is a prequel to the Star Wars film Rogue One (2016), and follows the character Cassian Andor five years before the events of the film."Film tourism is a growing opportunity for Wyre, and we're proud to be part of that story," councillor Lynne Bowen said. The plaque mark where lead actor Diego Luna and the Stormtroopers and Sandtroopers filmed around the FBKafé after the spot was identified by location manager Jason Allen, who is from the is part of a wider initiative to promote Wyre's screen credentials and encourage tourism. Each year, Star Wars fans arrive in Cleveleys in costume for an unofficial meet up event and the new brass marker aims to encourages more visitors to explore the said the plaque unveiled by the council "invites fans and visitors to experience the magic for themselves". The Disney+ series' connection with the town has also been marked with a mural at the bus station. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.

Proactive policing credited for low human trafficking numbers during 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay
Proactive policing credited for low human trafficking numbers during 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay

Time of India

time03-06-2025

  • Sport
  • Time of India

Proactive policing credited for low human trafficking numbers during 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay

Green Bay human trafficking efforts (Image Credit: WPR) With over 250,000 fans flooding Green Bay for the 2025 NFL Draft, police say the city witnessed significantly low human trafficking activity, thanks to a strategic blend of law enforcement vigilance, nonprofit partnerships, and public awareness efforts. Preparedness and community collaboration Authorities had braced for an uptick in trafficking activity, a pattern seen during major sporting events worldwide. In response, Green Bay deployed a layered prevention strategy that included community education, targeted surveillance, and rapid-response protocols. Officers collaborated closely with local businesses and nonprofit leaders to stay ahead of potential threats. Their goal was not just enforcement, but deterrence and protection. The task force's efforts went beyond prevention, they also successfully recovered three trafficking victims from across Northeast Wisconsin. In addition, a coordinated 'John Sting' operation in the Fox Valley led to the arrest of two individuals involved in prostitution-related activities. These actions highlighted the tangible impact of the city's proactive approach. 'I believe that our efforts were a success,' said Lieutenant Jason Allen of the Green Bay Police Department. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo 'All of the information that we got out through the public on the front end helped us in the long run by reducing the amount of human trafficking that took place during the draft.' Green Bay area law enforcement discuss impact of NFL Draft turnout on the first day Training, enforcement, and long-term vigilance Ahead of the event, Green Bay police collaborated with local nonprofits, used a $20,000 county-funded grant for community training and emergency support, and consulted Detroit law enforcement , hosts of the 2024 draft to anticipate trafficking risks. Hotels, bars, and transport services were briefed on red flags, such as controlling behavior, inconsistent IDs, and signs of distress. Allen emphasized the department's proactive stance, 'I felt like we did absolutely everything that we could have done. We used all of the resources that I know that are available to aid in this investigation.' He also noted, 'There will be several of those massage establishments that will have their licensing reviewed based on the outcome of this investigation.' Faith-based groups and nonprofits amplified the citywide effort through round-the-clock awareness drives, prayer vigils, and survivor assistance. The combined approach ensured both safety and support for vulnerable individuals. Also read: 'He's got to do better': Tom Brady's Raiders leadership questioned as coaching decisions spark backlash With human trafficking often surging during global sporting events, Green Bay's model stands out. The city's experience now offers a strong blueprint for future host cities preparing for events like the Super Bowl, Olympics, or World Cup proving that early action and united efforts can make a real difference.

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