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US citizen wrongfully detained by ICE in California facility

A 19-year-old California-born US citizen was wrongfully detained by ICE for three weeks in the Van Nuys immigration facility, exposing critical failures in the US immigration enforcement system and prompting a federal lawsuit.

Trump hints at military deployment to US cities

Former US President Donald Trump suggests deploying military forces to American cities to 'restore order' amid escalating protests. Read the latest updates on this controversial proposal.

Trump's federal staff purge plan sparks controversy

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a sweeping overhaul of the federal workforce if re-elected, aiming to replace career civil servants with political loyalists. Critics warn of chaos and politicisation, while supporters see it as a neces

Court rules against Home Office in protest case

The High Court has ruled that the Home Office acted unlawfully by evicting protesters from Epping Forest without proper consultation, marking a significant victory for civil liberties.

US criticises UK human rights record

The US State Department has raised concerns over the UK's human rights policies, prompting a strong rebuttal from Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The diplomatic row highlights tensions over civil liberties under the Conservative government.

ACLU sues FBI over Trump surveillance records

The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit against the FBI, demanding records on potential surveillance of former President Donald Trump during his time in office. The legal battle intensifies as Trump faces multiple investigations.

Victoria softens protest laws after backlash

The Victorian government is set to dilute its controversial anti-protest legislation following fierce opposition from human rights groups and trade unions, marking a significant climbdown.

Trump's Police Takeover in DC Alarms Mayor

Washington DC's mayor has labelled Donald Trump's controversial takeover of local police forces as 'unsettling and unprecedented', raising fears over civil liberties and governance.

Trump’s troop plan could repeat LA chaos in DC

Former President Donald Trump’s push to deploy troops in Washington, DC, risks repeating the disastrous outcomes seen in Los Angeles, raising alarms over civil liberties and governance.

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