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ICE has purchased several large warehouses in Pennsylvania and Texas to convert into immigration detention facilities. Read about the locations, costs, and community impact.

From her viral 'crazy uncle' rebuke of Donald Trump to her Emmy-winning interviews, Savannah Guthrie has built a career on uncompromising journalistic ethics.

Alex Saab, long accused as an alleged front man for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, has been arrested in a joint operation involving US authorities.

Layoffs at The Washington Post reignite doubts over Bezos' commitment, as staff launch a 'Save the Post' campaign and warn cuts threaten journalism.

Julie Le, a government attorney in Minnesota, was removed from her post after telling a judge the 'system sucks' and asking to be held in contempt to get some sleep amid a massive immigration crackdown.

MPs back release of Mandelson files as Keir Starmer faces pressure over what No 10 knew about links to Jeffrey Epstein and the ambassador appointment.

Millions of DOJ Epstein Files released, revealing names, investigation records and access methods, while raising concerns over transparency, privacy and risk.

Ryan Routh asks a judge to spare him life in prison over the Trump shooting attempt, arguing no one was harmed. Prosecutors seek a life term.

Jelly Roll is facing a social media backlash after claiming political ignorance at the Grammys, despite his history of testifying before Congress and meeting with politicians.

Bill Gates has publicly regretted his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, saying he 'regrets every minute spent with him' in a 4 Feb 2026 9 News Australia interview. This article examines Gates' remarks, the newly released US Department of Justice Epstein files, the nature of their connection, and the wider legal and reputational fallout.

Steve Bannon's public call to have ICE agents at polling places ahead of the 2026 midterm elections has driven legal scholars and civil rights advocates to warn of potential voter intimidation and violations of federal election laws.

Turning Point USA has confirmed the performers for its alternative Super Bowl halftime show, revealing a lineup led by Kid Rock and sparking widespread criticism and debate online.

Renewed scrutiny over Donald Trump's public behaviour and legal testimony has intensified debate about US nuclear command authority, raising global security concerns among defence experts and former officials.

JD Vance refuses to apologise for baseless assassin claims against Alex Pretti, sparking outrage. The Vice President dismissed concerns with a callous 'For what?' response.

A single decades-old email, AI-driven misinformation and family ties pull New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani into an Epstein disinformation storm.

Washington Post journalists fear for the paper's future as layoffs loom and Jeff Bezos stays silent amid criticism over Trump-era political ties.

Trump questions if voters' psychological bias could hinder GOP midterm wins, as polls and political tactics reveal a challenging path ahead for Republicans.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Besset and Nicki Minaj's viral TikTok dance sparks internet outrage and support, highlighting the clash of politics and pop culture.

Minneapolis accepts a partial federal withdrawal on Tom Homan's terms, trading compliance for a temporary reprieve whilst 2,000 agents remain embedded in the city.

French prosecutors raid X offices in Paris, summoning Elon Musk over allegations involving child pornography and AI-generated deepfakes.

U.S. President Donald Trump faces backlash after making insensitive remarks to Arkansas Rep. Steve Womack following his wife's death, prompting widespread criticism.

US President Donald Trump erupted at CNN's Kaitlan Collins when questioned about justice for Epstein's survivors, rejecting the issue and launching personal attacks, deepening tensions over the release of Epstein-related files.

New Jeffrey Epstein investigation files released in February 2026 reveal extensive ties to global power figures, leading to high-profile resignations and calls for testimony from Bill Clinton and Donald Trump.

Grammys erupt in controversy after Billie Eilish's anti-ICE speech as an influencer defends staying seated, citing her parents' legal immigration

ICE has quietly purchased a 520,000‑sq‑ft warehouse in Berks County, Pennsylvania, for £69.4 million ($87.4 million) to hold more immigrant detainees.

New DOJ records identify a high-ranking prison lieutenant as the 4chan poster who alleged a Jeffrey Epstein 'body swap' shortly before his death in 2019.

Renee Good's brothers urged Congress to act after her fatal shooting by an ICE agent, criticising federal enforcement practices that remain unchanged despite her death.

New FBI memos allege Donald Trump met Jeffrey Epstein for lunch in 2015, just before his presidential run, challenging the official timeline of their split.

Iran demands shifting high-stakes US talks to Oman to restrict the agenda to nuclear files, as a US 'armada' looms and regional tensions hit a peak.