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ICE Officer Christian Castro Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges of Lying to FBI in Minneapolis Shooting

ICE Officer Christian Castro Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges of Lying to FBI in Minneapolis Shooting

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer Christian Castro has pleaded not guilty to six federal counts of making false statements to the FBI. The charges stem from a January 14 shooting incident in Minneapolis where Castro shot and wounded Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis. Prosecutors allege that Castro lied to investigators, claiming he was attacked with a broom handle and a snow shovel before he fired his weapon. Castro appeared before a U.S. magistrate judge in Minnesota, following his indictment earlier this month. This federal case follows state assault charges filed against Castro in May, which led to a protracted legal battle over his extradition from Texas to Minnesota. The Department of Homeland Security has previously labeled Minnesota's prosecution of Castro as "unlawful and nothing more than a political stunt," asserting that only federal authorities have jurisdiction over such matters. Castro was suspended without pay by ICE earlier this year and was released on a $75,000 bond with a GPS ankle ...

'Looking for hope:' In Havana’s darkness, Cubans turn to faith

'Looking for hope:' In Havana’s darkness, Cubans turn to faith

As Cuba struggles through a humanitarian crisis, more seek relief in Catholic churches. Father Suárez ministers to feed and clothe the most needy.

Mexican green card holder arrested in Texas over alleged illegal vote

Mexican green card holder arrested in Texas over alleged illegal vote

Espejo-Carrillo was administratively charged with unlawful voting and making a false claim to U.S. citizenship.

ICE Announces Arrests of 'Worst of the Worst' Criminal Illegal Aliens Under Trump Administration

ICE Announces Arrests of 'Worst of the Worst' Criminal Illegal Aliens Under Trump Administration

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of several individuals described as 'worst of the worst' criminal illegal aliens. According to Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, these arrests included individuals convicted of heinous crimes such as lewd and lascivious assault on a child, rape, and assault. Secretary Mullin stated that under President Trump’s and his leadership, ICE has been 'unleashed' to arrest illegal aliens and 'Make America Safe Again.' The announcement highlighted specific cases, including Marcos Simo-Cepeda from the Dominican Republic, convicted for lewd and lascivious assault on a child in Miami, Florida; Jaime Velasquez-Orozco from Mexico, convicted for lewd or lascivious acts with a child in Santa Ana, California; Sergio Ehuan-Canul from Mexico, convicted for attempted indecency with a child in Randall County, Texas; Nehemias Omar Garcia-Martinez from Honduras, convicted for second-degree rape and assault in Prince George’s County, Maryland; and P...

Joe Rogan calls Trump supporters 'nuts' after 2024 endorsement

Joe Rogan calls Trump supporters 'nuts' after 2024 endorsement

Podcast megastar Joe Rogan said he has been left-leaning throughout his life and called Donald Trump supporters 'nuts' in a recent podcast appearance.

Paxton, Talarico Texas US Senate contest tightens in race's final weeks

Paxton, Talarico Texas US Senate contest tightens in race's final weeks

Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico are facing off in a closely watched Texas U.S. Senate race with national stakes.

McConnell's Senate return is troubling. It's time to retire. | Opinion

McConnell's Senate return is troubling. It's time to retire. | Opinion

From Mitch McConnell to Dianne Feinstein, lawmakers have vanished for months while ill. Americans deserve clear standards for who is fit to serve.

Bail set for ICE officer accused of lying and assault in non-fatal shooting in Minneapolis

Bail set for ICE officer accused of lying and assault in non-fatal shooting in Minneapolis

A federal immigration officer charged with shooting a Venezuelan man last winter and lying about the circumstances to investigators has appeared before a Minnesota judge

ICE officer charged in non-fatal shooting arrested by Minnesota authorities

ICE officer charged in non-fatal shooting arrested by Minnesota authorities

A federal immigration officer charged with shooting a Venezuelan man last winter and lying about the circumstances to investigators is scheduled to appear before a Minnesota judge

AI insiders warn of danger. Will Congress act? | The Excerpt

AI insiders warn of danger. Will Congress act? | The Excerpt

Unlikely political allies are pushing AI guardrails. Can they turn concern into action before the midterms?

Trump withdraws nominee for ICE director from Senate consideration

Trump withdraws nominee for ICE director from Senate consideration

Trump withdrew the nomination of Lance Schroyer for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement director less than two months after announcing the move.

Kevin Kiley says he will not caucus with Republicans if reelected

Kevin Kiley says he will not caucus with Republicans if reelected

Congressman Kevin Kiley, said that he won't caucus with his former party if reelected, even if it means he'd be barred from serving on any committees.