2 military bases expand to detain immigrants. And, Israel advances into central Gaza
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security plans to use military bases in New Jersey and Indiana, as well as increase the number of detainees at Guantanamo Bay, to hold immigrants suspected of lacking legal status in the U.S. A federal judge heard arguments in a case between Harvard University and the Trump administration regarding frozen research funds. Additionally, Israeli ground troops have moved into central Gaza amid international calls to end the conflict.Key Facts
- Two military bases in New Jersey and Indiana will be used to detain immigrants.
- There are plans to increase immigration detentions at Guantanamo Bay.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved the use of bases for immigrant detention until the end of September.
- President Trump previously declared a national emergency at the U.S. southern border, allowing military resources to be used.
- A federal judge is reviewing the case of Harvard University against the Trump administration over canceled research funds.
- Harvard argues the fund cancellation is illegal, while the administration says the grants were canceled due to civil rights violations.
- Israeli troops entered central Gaza for the first time in 21 months amid pressure from international bodies.
- Palestinian civilians in central Gaza have been ordered to evacuate, impacting those living in the area.
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