A family from Chula Vista left the United States due to fear of ICE raids under Trump's immigration policies. Despite following legal procedures, they chose to relocate to Mexico, fearing for their undocumented parents' safety and struggling with the evolving immigration laws.

Kaya Walker, president of NYU College Republicans, resigned after backlash over her remark about Barron Trump being 'an oddity' on campus. Following her departure, College Republicans of America President Will Donahue invited Barron Trump to take a leadership role, praising his resilience. The NYU College Republicans are now seeking new leadership.

Elon Musk has raised concerns about massive fraud in the Social Security Administration, revealing that millions of deceased individuals are still listed as beneficiaries, including some purportedly over 360 years old. This revelation has highlighted potential systemic issues and could lead to significant reforms. An investigation is underway to determine the extent of fraudulent payments.

Ronnie Platt, lead singer of Kansas, announced his thyroid cancer diagnosis. The cancer is contained and highly survivable, but the band has canceled several shows for his treatment and recovery. Kansas remains hopeful for a swift return to touring.

Migrants at Guantanamo Bay can now communicate with their attorneys by phone, as disclosed in an ICE court filing amid a lawsuit for increasing detainee access to legal representation. All 178 Venezuelan detainees currently held have deportation orders, with 177 set for deportation back to Venezuela. The legal challenge continues over detainment policies.

The IRS laid off over 6,000 employees, including many hired to improve efficiency, in a major cost-cutting effort led by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. The layoffs, affecting states nationwide, raise concerns about disruptions during tax season and indicate a challenging future for the agency, despite government claims of improved efficiency.

Senate Republicans are advancing their own budget to fund Trump’s agenda despite his backing of the House’s version. The Senate's plan separates immediate funding for border security from broader fiscal negotiations, causing a divide between House and Senate Republicans that may jeopardize the budget's passage.

LGBTQ rights organizations Lambda Legal and the Legal Defense Fund have sued the Trump administration over executive orders impacting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. They claim these orders violate constitutional protections and harm organizations relying on federal funding. Plaintiffs argue the orders force compliance with government censorship, jeopardizing essential services and education for LGBTQ+ and other affected communities.

Ten former corrections officers have been indicted for the fatal beating of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility. Six officers face murder and manslaughter charges, while others are charged with lesser offenses, including falsifying reports. Body-worn camera footage reveals a brutal assault, leading to Brooks' death due to severe injuries and medical neglect.

Gov. Kathy Hochul decided not to remove NYC Mayor Eric Adams despite controversy and dropped charges. Instead, she proposed new oversight measures to ensure accountability. Adams rejected these limitations, asserting his authority as mayor. The controversy stems from allegations of Adams accepting luxury gifts, which were dropped, leading to protests and resignations.