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Trump admin live updates: Judge releases Venezuelan couple accused of being gang members, rips government evidence
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Key Facts: Judge Critiques Evidence, Releases Venezuelan Couple
Apr 27 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- A federal judge has ordered the release of a Venezuelan couple wrongfully labeled as members of a terrorist organization.
- Judge David Briones criticized the government's lack of meaningful evidence and prohibited deportation without 21 days' notice.
- The couple entered the U.S. in 2022 and received Temporary Protected Status in 2024, which was revoked in April 2025 over alleged terrorist ties.
- Their attorneys emphasized that court rulings demonstrated the government's failures and highlighted the severe consequences of the 'enemy' designation.
"If ICE was successful, Cesar would be facing a life sentence in a brutal El Salvadoran prison. Norelia was facing the same at some other unknown location."— The couple's attorneys said in a statement that they were released Friday.
Tankers queue near old Venezuela oil port ahead of US license expiry, data shows: Tankers are lining up near an old oil port at Venezuela's Western region to ...
reuters.com/business/energy/tankers-queue-near-old-venezuela-oil-port-ahead-us-license-expiry-data-shows-2025-04-28/
Key Facts: Trump's U-Turn Stabilizes Markets Amid Tariff Concerns
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- President Trump was warned by advisers about the financial fallout from his tariffs and potential firing of Powell.
- After backing down from his threat to remove Powell, US markets surged, with the Dow rising by 420 points.
- Top retailers informed Trump about the potential impacts of his tariff policies on supply chains and consumers.
- Despite warnings and pressure on retail, there are differing views on the independence of the Federal Reserve.
"I have no intention of firing him."— President Donald Trump stated this during a press conference in the Oval Office after hearing concerns from his advisers about the economic fallout from his rhetoric.
Venezuela accuses El Salvador of human trafficking as prisoners caught in row between authoritarians
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Key Facts: El Salvador seeks exchange of deported Venezuelans
Apr 22 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- President Nayib Bukele proposed exchanging 252 deported Venezuelans for political prisoners in Venezuela.
- Venezuelan prosecutor Tarek William Saab criticized the proposal, demanding details on the detainees' legal status.
- U.S. envoy Adam Boehler praised the plan, which includes 10 Americans among the detainees.
- The Venezuelan government denies the existence of political prisoners, claiming those detained have been convicted of crimes.
Femi Fani-Kayode attacks Plateau governor over Israeli envoy visit: The governor has responded by dismissing Mr Fani-Kayode's criticism as ...
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Key Facts: Controversy Over Israeli Ambassador's Visit
Apr 25 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: premiumtimesng.com
- The Governor of Plateau, Caleb Mutfwang, rejected Femi Fani-Kayode's attacks regarding his hosting of the Israeli Ambassador.
- Fani-Kayode criticized the visit as a grave mistake, alleging ties between the ambassador and terrorism in Nigeria.
- Mutfwang clarified that the visit focused on agriculture, technology, and medicine, rather than ideology.
- He emphasized that Israel's innovative solutions are crucial for addressing poverty and food insecurity in Plateau.
"Receiving the emissary of an insensitive & callous beast, a bloodthirsty tyrant, a feral psychopath & a delusional megalomaniac like Bibi Netanyahu & showering accolades on him is an insult to the martyred women & children of Gaza & a big slap on the face of those that are fighting Israeli occupation in Palestine."— Femi Fani-Kayode on the visit of the Israeli ambassador.
MLB roundup: Braves overcome D-backs, Eugenio Suarez's 4 HRs: Matt Olson scored on Justin Martinez's wild pitch in the 10th inning and the Atlanta Braves ...
reuters.com/sports/mlb-roundup-braves-overcome-d-backs-eugenio-suarezs-4-hrs-2025-04-27/
Trump must give some Venezuelan migrants 21 days' notice before deportations, judge rules
reuters.com/legal/trump-must-give-some-venezuelan-migrants-21-days-notice-before-deportations-2025-04-22/
The tortuous search for Ricardo Prada, the disappeared Venezuelan deported to El Salvador’s mega-prison
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Trump admin proposed sending up to 500 alleged Venezuelan gang members during negotiations to use El Salvador’s mega prison
cnn.com/2025/04/28/politics/trump-el-savador-prison-negotiations/
Former Fed governor Warsh blasts US central bank for leaving its lane: Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh, with whom President Donald Trump is reported ...
reuters.com/business/former-fed-governor-warsh-says-us-central-bank-should-change-its-ways-2025-04-25/
Vast Russian drone attack overnight kills one, Ukraine says: Russia launched 149 drones at Ukraine overnight, Ukraine’s air force said on Sunday ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/04/27/vast-russian-drone-attack-overnight-kills-one-ukraine-says
South Korea martial law put Lee Jae-myung back on track for presidency: Lee's unlikely journey from child laborer to human-rights lawyer to governor known for ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-martial-law-put-lee-jae-myung-back-track-presidency-2025-04-27/
Soccer player’s wife and child kidnapped in home invasion in Ecuador: QUITO, Ecuador — Ecuadorian soccer player Jackson Rodríguez’s wife and 5-year-old child ...
nbcnews.com/news/world/soccer-players-wife-child-kidnapped-ecuador-rcna202845
INTERVIEW: 2027 Akwa Ibom Governorship: Despite Akpabio’s statement, APC may challenge Governor Umo – Chieftain
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A high-stakes political showdown is brewing in St Elizabeth South Western, where incumbent Member of Parliament (MP) Floyd Green is facing a strong challenge ... Show more
For whom the bellwether tolls
For whom the bellwether tolls
Exclusive: Trump administration moved Venezuelan to Texas for possible deportation despite judge's order
reuters.com/world/us/trump-administration-moved-venezuelan-texas-possible-deportation-despite-judges-2025-04-24/
Trump: US can't give every person it wants to deport a trial: US President Donald Trump said to give everyone a trial "would take, without exaggeration ...
dw.com/en/trump-us-cant-give-every-person-it-wants-to-deport-a-trial/a-72304947
IndieWire Apr 23
Bill Hader Is Developing a Jonestown HBO Series: Bill Hader will write, direct, and possibly star in a Jonestown HBO series.
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Trump’s immigration policy and ties to Bukele hit Venezuelan opposition and give Maduro a boost
english.elpais.com/international/2025-04-23/trumps-immigration-policy-and-ties-to-bukele-hit-venezuelan-opposition-and-give-maduro-a-boost.html
Two killed, eight wounded in Russian attack on Ukraine : Two people were killed and eight more were wounded in a Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/04/25/one-killed-eight-wounded-in-russian-attack-on-ukraine
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Judge temporarily stops west Texas deportations under Alien Enemies Act: Earlier this month, the U.S. Supreme Court blocked, for now, the deportations of any ...
dallasnews.com/news/immigration/2025/04/26/us-judge-temporarily-stops-west-texas-immigrant-deportations-under-alien-enemies-act/
Trump admin live updates: Judge releases Venezuelan couple accused of being gang members, rips government evidence
abcnews.go.com/Politics/live-updates/trump-admin-live-updates-lawmakers-travel-el-salvador/
DOJ argues deportations to El Salvador didn't violate court order against 3rd country removals
abcnews.go.com/US/doj-argues-deportations-el-salvador-violate-court-order/story
Guyana Chronicle 16h
Ann Greene leads trauma response at Parika Primary after Adrianna’s death - Guyana Chronicle
guyanachronicle.com/2025/04/28/ann-greene-leads-trauma-response-at-parika-primary-after-adriannas-death/
Tuschen hotel set on fire after body of missing girl found in pool: The Double Day Hotel on the Tuschen Public Road, East Bank Essequibo was set on fire this ...
stabroeknews.com/2025/04/24/news/guyana/tuschen-hotel-set-on-fire-after-body-of-missing-girl-found-in-pool/
How pro-Tinubu, Wike rally was held in Bayelsa despite attack by gunmen: The Bayelsa government has asked the police to investigate the shooting at the rally.
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Ex-New Mexico judge arrested in case involving man suspected of being a Venezuelan gang member
apnews.com/article/new-mexico-judge-arrested-venezuelan-gang-gun-360d4ec8ba6676fbf33abcb606c3f104
Former New Mexico judge, wife arrested after investigation into alleged gang member
ktsm.com/news/new-mexico-judges-wife-in-ice-custody-following-alleged-tren-de-aragua-member-investigation/
Adrianna’s family hoping North American pathologist will do autopsy: -after rejecting gov’t’s nominee A North America-based pathologist is expected to arrive in ...
stabroeknews.com/2025/04/26/news/guyana/adriannas-family-hoping-north-american-pathologist-will-do-autopsy/
Key Facts: Supreme Court Blocks Deportations of Venezuelan Migrants
Apr 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- The Supreme Court blocked the deportation of Venezuelan migrants in Texas, which was criticized in a sharp dissent by Justice Samuel Alito.
- Alito expressed concerns about the lack of sufficient explanation and the rushed nature of the decision, which was based solely on the ACLU's requests.
- He pointed out that the government did not have the opportunity to respond to the legal issues, and that the legal filings provided little support for the petitioners' claims.
- The ACLU had already filed motions to halt the deportations, while the government requested the court's reconsideration of its hold.
"Both the Executive and the Judiciary have an obligation to follow the law."— Justice Samuel Alito made this statement in his sharp dissent regarding the Supreme Court's decision to block the deportation of Venezuelans.
Immigration is Trump's strongest issue, but many say he's gone too far, a new poll finds
detroitnews.com/story/news/nation/2025/04/25/immigration-trumps-strongest-issue-but-many-say-hes-gone-too-far-new-poll-finds/83269036007/
Abia governor speaks on alleged planned defection to APC: A report surfaced online recently suggesting that Mr Otti met with Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State ...
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Secret Trump Memo Tells ICE to Break into Homes Without Warrants: The administration has been arresting people without a warrant for weeks.
thedailybeast.com/leaked-memo-donald-trumps-ice-breaking-into-homes-without-warrant/
US Supreme Court intervenes to pause Trump deportations: The US Supreme Court, in a dramatic night-time intervention, paused President Donald Trump's ...
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Key Facts: Supreme Court Halts Trump's Deportation of Venezuelan Migrants
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- The US Supreme Court intervened to stop President Trump's deportation of Venezuelan migrants, which was set to occur without due process.
- The ruling temporarily prohibits the government from removing any migrants under the Alien Enemies Act until further notice.
- Trump defends the deportations as a crackdown on violent Venezuelan gangs, raising constitutional concerns among critics.
- The ACLU welcomed the ruling, stating it prevented migrants from being sent to a foreign prison without a chance to contest their deportation.
"These men were in imminent danger of spending their lives in a horrific foreign prison without ever having had a chance to go to court. We are relieved that the Supreme Court has not permitted the administration to whisk them away the way others were just last month."— Lee Gelernt, lead attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union, following the Supreme Court ruling.
Key Facts: Eno Backs Akpabio for 2027 Election
Apr 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: premiumtimesng.com
- Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom reaffirmed his support for Senate President Godswill Akpabio and President Bola Tinubu during a Town Hall meeting.
- Despite being a member of the opposition PDP, Eno stated that his endorsement of Akpabio does not affect his party affiliation.
- He emphasized that he would only back another candidate if they could assure him of becoming Senate president.
- Uloma Akpabio praised Eno for empowering the community and highlighted the importance of collaboration and unity in the state.
"I can see everything turning around for our president, turning around for the Senate president, and I can see everything turning around for you (Mr Eno)."— Mrs. Akpabio spoke at the event, expressing her support for the political leaders.
After a month of searching, man learns from NBC News that DHS sent his brother to El Salvador
nbcnews.com/news/latino/venezuelan-brother-deported-el-salvador-family-looking-rcna202279
Critics predict clouds over State House, Ruto forecasts long reign: Perhaps the strongest evidence that Ruto is no pushover is the fact that he defeated Raila ...
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Judge orders return to U.S. of second migrant deported to El Salvador: A federal judge in Maryland has ordered the Trump administration to return a Venezuelan ...
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Tankers chartered by Chevron to move Venezuelan crude seek other business: Some tankers Chevron had chartered to move crude from Venezuela to the U.S ...
reuters.com/business/energy/tankers-chartered-by-chevron-move-venezuelan-crude-seek-other-business-2025-04-23/
Venezuelan migrants detained at the Bluebonnet Detention Facility in Texas made desperate pleas for due process to avoid deportation from the United States.
Russian forces stage mass drone attack on Ukraine’s Odesa, governor says: Russian forces launched a mass overnight drone attack on residential areas of Ukraine’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/04/22/russian-forces-stage-mass-drone-attack-on-ukraine-s-odesa-governor-says
Venezuelan immigrant in Detroit makes a wrong turn at Ambassador Bridge, is deported
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2025/04/23/venezuelan-immigrant-detroit-michigan-deported-el-salvador/83228829007/
PDP speaks on Gov Eno’s alleged plan to defect to APC: Mr Eno’s recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu and the Senate President Godswill Akpabio for ...
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Trump-appointed judge orders return of Venezuelan migrant deported to El Salvador
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/trump-appointed-judge-orders-return-venezuelan-migrant-deported-el-sal-rcna202748
Ecuadorian footballer hides under bed during family kidnapping: The South American country of Ecuador is suffering from violence by drug cartels ...
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Trump-Appointed Judge Orders Return of 20-Year-Old Venezuelan from Salvadoran Prison
democracynow.org/2025/4/25/headlines/trump_appointed_judge_orders_return_of_20_year_old_venezuelan_from_salvadoran_prison
Explosions at Russian military base ‘gradually ending’ after fire: Governor : Ammunition explosions at a military unit in Russia’s Vladimir region that started ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/04/23/explosions-at-russian-military-base-gradually-ending-after-fire-governor-
After deportations from the US: El Salvador's president offers Venezuela a kind of prisoner exchange.
spiegel.de/ausland/el-salvador-praesident-nayib-bukele-bietet-venezuela-nach-abschiebungen-aus-den-usa-gefangenenaustausch-an-a-837dec83-eb6c-41a4-a287-1e6d28f6608a
Key Facts: Trump Administration Updates: Immigration and Legal Battles
Apr 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Trump's Easter message criticized immigration policies and judges, expressing concerns about national security.
- Former Defense Department officials expressed disappointment over their dismissal amid a leak investigation, alleging a lack of clarity on the situation.
- Solicitor General Sauer challenged the Supreme Court's temporary block on Venezuelan deportations, arguing that lower courts have not evaluated the related claims.
- Progress was reported in U.S.-Iran talks, with plans for further discussions facilitated by Omani and Italian partners.
"Today, in Rome over four hours in our second round of talks, we made very good progress in our direct and indirect discussions."— A Trump administration official regarding discussions with Iran.
Judge orders return of 2nd migrant deported to El Salvador: The judge in the case referenced the similar case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
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“Parents should warn their children. From this moment, it’s 100 per cent fire-for-fire. Demolish houses harbouring criminals. Also ... Show more
UPDATED: Gov Oborevwori, deputy, commissioners defect to APC: Mr Oborevwori’s predecessor, Ifeanyi Okowa, also defected to the APC.
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Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Marhanets kills seven : Russia’s drone attack on the city of Marhanets in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region killed seven people ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/04/23/russian-drone-attack-on-ukraine-s-marhanets-kills-seven-
Migrant’s deportation from Georgia to El Salvador jail is ‘a living nightmare’: Crossing the border illegally led Edicson Quintero to face long stints in ...
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The Athletic Apr 21
In calling out Brian Snitker’s double standard, Ronald Acuña Jr. had a point: In an X post, Acuña noted he would have been benched if he made the same base ...
nytimes.com/athletic/6295455/2025/04/21/brian-snitker-ronald-acuna-atlanta-braves/
Katsina govt partners Belgian foundation on healthcare delivery: The partnership is expected to significantly improve healthcare access, particularly in ...
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5️⃣ stories you need to know today: Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died ... Show more
Gunmen kill at least 56 people in central Nigeria: Attacks believed to have been carried out by nomadic cattle herders killed at least 56 people in central ...
france24.com/en/africa/20250420-gunmen-kill-at-least-56-people-in-central-nigeria
Key Facts: Massacre in Central Nigeria: Death Toll Rises
Apr 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- In central Nigeria's Benue state, gunmen have killed at least 56 people, sharply increasing the previously reported toll of 17.
- The attacks illustrate an ongoing conflict between nomadic herders and farmers, often taking on religious and ethnic dimensions.
- Since 2019, violence has claimed over 500 lives and displaced 2.2 million, as authorities struggle to contain escalating attacks.
- The government is calling for federal intervention to address tensions and threats to food security in the region.
"The death toll has jumped to 56 from the attacks as at the last count."— Solomon Iorpev, the governor's media advisor, told AFP following Alia's visit to the scene.
Ex-New Mexico judge arrested in case involving man suspected of being a Venezuelan gang member
independent.co.uk/news/venezuelan-mexico-donald-trump-new-mexico-immigration-and-customs-enforcement-b2740168.html
Insecurity: Niger governor bans wearing of dreadlocks, night okada, others: Placing two areas — Angwa Daji and Barki Sale — on serious security watch ...
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DOJ charges alleged high-ranking Tren de Aragua gang member with terrorism charges
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5264503-doj-tren-de-aragua-gang-member-terrorism-charges/
Families Say Two Venezuelans “Simply Disappeared” Amid U.S. Deportations to El Salvador
democracynow.org/2025/4/23/headlines/families_say_two_venezuelans_simply_disappeared_amid_us_deportations_to_el_salvador
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, accompanied by Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku ... Show more
Colorado judge extends ban on deportations in state stemming from Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act
pbs.org/newshour/politics/colorado-judge-extends-ban-on-deportations-in-state-stemming-from-trumps-use-of-alien-enemies-act
BREAKING: Venezuelan immigrant in Detroit makes a wrong turn at Ambassador Bridge, is deported
Man who died in Mandela Avenue crash was Venezuelan deliveryman: The man who died on Wednesday afternoon following a collision with a lorry along Mandela Avenue ...
stabroeknews.com/2025/04/20/news/guyana/man-who-died-in-mandela-avenue-crash-was-venezuelan-deliveryman/
Federal judge orders feds not to remove Venezuelan men from Colorado: Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Charlotte Sweeney issued a comprehensive rejection of ...
cpr.org/2025/04/22/colorado-judge-ruling-stops-ice-deportation/
El Salvador offers to swap Venezuelan US deportees for political prisoners: Trump administration has been accused of abusing rights of migrants sent to foreign ...
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