ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

The article highlights global events including the 100th anniversary of the Blackpool Dance Festival in England, the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington D.C., Eid al-Adha celebrations in Pakistan and Indonesia, protests at an ICE detention center in New Jersey, and a heatwave in Europe. It also notes a fire in Manila, a Bengal cat's sunrise walk in London, and cultural events like cheese rolling and Memorial Day.

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed defended his association with Hasan Piker, distancing himself from Piker's controversial 'America deserved 9/11' remark while emphasizing shared economic and anti-war views. El-Sayed faces criticism over his ties to Piker and remarks on ICE, Iran war, and gas prices during a debate with Will Cain.

Democrat Maureen Galindo, a controversial sex therapist accused of antisemitism for suggesting 'American Zionists' be imprisoned at an ICE detention center, was defeated in a primary runoff by Johnny Garcia. The race for the newly redistricted 35th District in Texas drew national attention, with Galindo's rhetoric condemned by Democratic leaders including Hakeem Jeffries and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Texas Democratic House candidate Maureen Galindo faces criticism for her antisemitic remarks, including pledging to imprison 'American Zionists' at an ICE facility. Her comments have drawn rebuke from fellow Democrats and prompted some to distance themselves from her campaign. Galindo's runoff campaign has also raised concerns about a mystery super PAC with ties to Republicans.

Charles Mauldin, a 78-year-old civil rights activist, reflects on his experience of being tear-gassed at 17 during the Selma march and compares it to the current treatment of children by federal immigration officers. At least 79 children have been physically harmed by tear gas and pepper spray during President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement efforts. The incident has raised concerns about the use of force against minors.

Donald Trump is expected to name David Venturella as the acting director of ICE, a move that may draw scrutiny from Democrats due to his past work with private prison firm The GEO Group. Venturella has deep ties to the detention industry and has worked with ICE on detention-center contracts. His appointment comes as Republicans push to expand ICE's funding and deportation efforts.

Bernie Sanders campaigned with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, and state Rep. Donavan McKinney, as part of his 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour. Sanders endorsed El-Sayed, who advocates for 'Medicare-for-all' and the abolition of ICE. The event aimed to promote progressive leaders in Washington D.C.

Bernie Sanders campaigned with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a U.S. Senate candidate in Michigan, and state Rep. Donavan McKinney, as part of his 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour. Sanders endorsed El-Sayed, who advocates for 'Medicare-for-all' and the abolition of ICE. The event was held in Detroit, Michigan.

Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, a former illegal immigrant from El Salvador, as the bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston in West Virginia. The appointment sparked reactions amid tensions between the Vatican and the Trump administration over immigration policies, with Menjivar-Ayala criticizing ICE enforcement as a human rights issue.

Anthony James Kazmierczak, who sprayed Rep. Ilhan Omar with vinegar during a January town hall, is changing his plea to guilty on federal assault charges. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions between federal officials and Democratic state leaders following the death of Renee Good by an ICE agent, with Kazmierczak's plea change set for May 7 after a settlement with prosecutors.

Over 200,000 people have signed petitions urging the UK government to terminate contracts with Palantir, citing concerns over its 'supervillain' manifesto and its software's use by entities like ICE and the Israeli military. The campaign targets Palantir's NHS patient data contract and broader public sector agreements.

Labour and Liberal Democrat MPs demanded the cancellation of a £330m NHS contract with Palantir, criticizing its ties to Donald Trump's ICE immigration agency and the Israeli military. The government stated it is 'no fan' of Palantir's politics, while MPs questioned the company's trustworthiness in handling sensitive health data.