Department of Homeland Security
14 articles · Jan 2026 — Feb 2026
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Young Activist Defies ICE, While Government Tracks Critics and MLBPA Embroiled in Scandal
An 18-year-old California farm community organizer is taking a stand against ICE, while the Department of Homeland Security seeks to identify critics of ICE enforcement. Meanwhile, the MLBPA deals with its own internal scandal, replacing its chief executive director after an inappropriate relationship was revealed.
Turmoil and Transition in the US: Remembering Jesse Jackson, ICE Controversies, and Commuter Chaos
The US is grappling with a mix of tributes, controversies, and disruptions, from the passing of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson to the growing outrage over ICE raids and the reliance on Microsoft technology. Meanwhile, a major rail upgrade in New Jersey is set to cause commuter chaos in Manhattan. As the Department of Homeland Security faces criticism, its top spokesperson is set to exit her role.
US Faces Multiple Crises as Winter Olympics Continue, DHS Shutdown Looms, and Colorado River Deadline Approaches
The United States is grappling with multiple crises, from the looming shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security to the critical deadline for the Colorado River basin states to reach a water-sharing agreement. Meanwhile, the Winter Olympics are underway, and former President Trump has issued pardons to five ex-NFL players. In Ohio, a housing crisis is unfolding, fueled by neglectful investors.
Fetterman Predicts Government Shutdown Amid DHS Funding Battle as Trump Faces Criticism from Both Parties
Senator John Fetterman expects a partial government shutdown due to the ongoing funding battle over the Department of Homeland Security, while President Trump faces criticism from both parties for his recent actions.
Washington Braces for Shutdown as Partisan Tensions Escalate
A potential government shutdown looms as Democrats and Republicans clash over Department of Homeland Security funding, while President Trump faces criticism for his latest controversies, including a racist video and attacks on an Olympic skier. Meanwhile, Democrats vow to block Trump's push to nationalize elections.
Turmoil in Washington as Administration Faces Challenges on Multiple Fronts
The Trump administration is facing a multitude of challenges, from allegations of entitlement fraud in Maine to a stalemate in Taiwan's defense spending plan, as well as setbacks in its education agenda and a looming deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Meanwhile, authorities are grappling with a rise in nihilistic violent extremism and the threat of a potential invasion by China. As tensions escalate, lawmakers are under pressure to reach a deal and avoid a shutdown.
US News Roundup: Protests, Arrests, and Diplomatic Efforts Dominate Headlines
Protests against ICE lead to arrests in New York, while the US and Iran agree to further nuclear talks. Meanwhile, a suspect is arrested in connection with the 2012 Benghazi consulate attack, and lawmakers navigate a looming DHS shutdown.
Congress Ends Shutdown with $1.2T Funding Bill, Sets Stage for Future Showdowns
After a brief shutdown, Congress has passed a $1.2 trillion funding bill, averting a prolonged crisis. However, the deal sets up a new deadline for the Department of Homeland Security, and tensions between House Democrats and Senate Republicans continue to simmer. Meanwhile, other developments on Capitol Hill include the Clintons agreeing to testify before Congress and conservative investors taking aim at Netflix.
Congress Ends Shutdown with $1.2T Funding Bill, but New Challenges Emerge
Congress has passed a $1.2 trillion funding bill, ending the government shutdown, but the deal sets up a new deadline for Department of Homeland Security funding and exposes tensions between House Democrats and Senate Republicans. Meanwhile, Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before Congress, and conservative investors are pushing back against Netflix's content.
Turmoil and Climate Concerns Dominate the Week: From FEMA to Solar Taxes and Winter Storms
As the US grapples with the consequences of climate change, controversy surrounds Kristi Noem's leadership of the Department of Homeland Security, while Oregon proposes a wildlife protection tax and New Hampshire Republicans aim to tax solar homes. Meanwhile, winter storms wreak havoc across the country, and experts warn about the dangers of panic buying.
Turmoil in the US as Climate Crisis, Politics, and Extreme Weather Collide
As the US faces a series of extreme weather events, from record-high temperatures in Australia to severe winter storms, the country is also grappling with a growing climate crisis and intense political turmoil. The recent killing of Alex Pretti by a federal immigration agent has sparked widespread outrage and calls for the resignation of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Meanwhile, various states are taking steps to address the climate crisis, including a proposed tax on hotel and lodging in Oregon to protect wildlife and a contentious debate in New Hampshire over taxing homes with solar panels.
US Government Partially Shuts Down over Homeland Security Funding Dispute
The US government experienced a partial shutdown on Saturday, January 31, 2026, due to a standoff in Congress over new restrictions on federal agents involved in homeland security. The Democratic senators refused to vote for a bill authorizing continued spending by the Department of Homeland Security. The deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were both US citizens, fueled the minority party's opposition to the bill.
Senate Democrats Negotiate Deal to Prevent Government Shutdown and Implement Immigration Reforms
Senate Democrats are in negotiations to pass a short-term funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security. The deal comes as a response to the controversial killings of US citizens Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Minneapolis, which have sparked demands for reforms on federal agents.