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Markwayne Mullin, who leads the Department of Homeland Security, stated that the department is deporting approximately 3,600 people per day. Mullin said the department would maintain its deportation operations without change following the midterm elections. The statement was made in response to Republican losses in the midterm elections.
Rony Alexander Gomez-Alberto was accused of making a bomb threat aboard a United Airlines flight to New Orleans, according to the Department of Homeland Security. DHS confirmed that Gomez-Alberto had been deported twice prior to the incident. The flight was diverted as a result of the threat.
The Republican chair of the House Oversight Committee released a report following a 15-month investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. The report concluded that the federal government failed to hold Epstein accountable over several decades. Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.
Johnnie Robbie signed with CMLL after competing in the Mexican promotion for several months. CMLL is a professional wrestling organization based in Mexico. The signing gives Robbie a permanent contract with the company.
Shahram Poursafi, an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps operative, was added to the FBI's Most Wanted Terrorists list. According to the FBI, Poursafi allegedly attempted to arrange the killing of John Bolton, a former national security adviser, by offering a $300,000 payment to an intermediary. U.S. authorities attributed the alleged plot to retaliation for the 2020 death of Qasem Soleimani, a senior Iranian military commander who was killed in a U.S. airstrike.
Ayesha Curry said on NBC's "Today" show that her husband Steph Curry's pregame routines influenced a character she portrayed in the Roku film "Second Chance Holiday." Curry did not specify which of Steph Curry's habits informed the character. Ayesha Curry also addressed criticism related to the film during the interview.
Prince William's Duchy of Cornwall is pursuing a ten-year strategy to raise £500 million, which will include selling farms across England. Duchy tenants have been notified they may be required to purchase their farms or vacate the properties. The plan affects multiple farm operations currently operating on Duchy land.
Michael Wilson, the Arizona Cardinals' leading wide receiver, sustained a neck fracture during the team's game against the Seattle Seahawks and will not play for the remainder of the season, the Cardinals announced. Wilson played in the game before the injury was diagnosed. The Cardinals did not specify when Wilson will be re-evaluated or provide a timeline for his return to practice.
The Office for Students, the higher education regulator for England, stated that students can use AI tools "in ways that cannot be reliably detected" to complete university assessments. The regulator did not provide specific examples or quantify how many students engage in this practice. Universities have responsibility for setting their own academic integrity policies and using detection tools, according to the regulator's guidance.
Jennifer Welch promoted Minocqua Brewing Company on her "I've Had It" podcast. Minocqua Brewing Company, based in Wisconsin, had released a statement about Charlie Kirk. The brewery offered sponsorship for Welch's podcast.
Forecasters predict this year's El Niño could be among the strongest on record, with Kenya expected to experience heavy rainfall and flooding. The Kenyan Meteorological Department has issued warnings of potential damage to infrastructure and agriculture. Heavy rains associated with El Niño have historically caused flooding, landslides, and disruptions to farming in Kenya.
Greg Sankey, the SEC Commissioner, said it was "unacceptable" for announcers to criticize officiating following the Texas-Missouri game. Terry McAuley, a former NFL official, responded to Sankey's statement. The specific details of the officiating in question and McAuley's response were not provided in the available text.
The Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General announced it will investigate Immigration and Customs Enforcement's compliance with body camera policies. According to DHS, ICE officers were not equipped with body cameras or did not have them activated during several shooting incidents. The investigation will examine ICE's implementation and adherence to body camera requirements.
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case involving temporary worker visas and the scope of federal agency enforcement authority. The company argued that enforcement actions should proceed through the courts rather than be decided by the agency alone. The case will determine whether federal agencies can impose fines for violations without judicial review.
Representative María Elvira Salazar, a Republican from Florida, won re-election. Salazar had released an advertisement stating the White House had "gone too far" on immigration. The ad was released as Hispanic voter sentiment on immigration became a focus within Republican districts.
Rep. Thomas Massie introduced a privileged resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on December 3, requiring a full House floor vote. House Republicans voted to block consideration of the impeachment resolution. President Trump responded to the vote by calling Hegseth a "Great American Patriot." Democrats can introduce another impeachment effort in the next Congress.
Trump met with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani at the White House to discuss Iran. The meeting's specific agenda and outcomes were not detailed in available reports.
A former NYPD detective was arrested as part of a drug trafficking investigation involving the distribution of narcotics between Manhattan and Staten Island, according to authorities. Four people were charged in connection with the operation. No additional details about charges, names, or arrest dates were provided.
Trevor Allen Stockton was charged with vehicular homicide following a head-on collision in Yakima that killed Susie Edler and critically injured Dave Edler, a former Seattle Mariners player. The crash occurred on a date not specified in available reports. Stockton's vehicle collided head-on with the vehicle carrying the Edlers.
Bob Boone, a catcher who was a four-time All-Star and seven-time Gold Glove Award winner, died at age 78. His son Bret Boone announced the death. Boone was part of MLB's first three-generation family to play in the major leagues, alongside his father Ray Boone and his sons Bret and Aaron Boone.
A Trump administration official sent a letter to the Cherry Creek School District in Colorado stating that the district was in violation of federal sex discrimination law. The district had allowed students to participate on sports teams consistent with their gender identity. The administration withdrew the threat of enforcement action after the district agreed to review its policies.
Cranbury Township Police Chief Giuseppe N. DeChiara said delaying the announcement of a $26 million theft was necessary to prevent suspects from moving assets. "If we tipped our hand too early, they could have liquidated everything," DeChiara said. The wire-fraud case remains under investigation.
Representative Ilhan Omar met with her attorneys at her Capitol Hill office for two hours, according to reporting on her first day back following a recess. Federal investigations into immigration matters and campaign finances are ongoing. Omar's office did not comment on the meeting.
Stanley Zabar, who managed operations at Zabar's food market in New York City, died at 94. He ran the business alongside his brother Saul and another partner. Zabar's is located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
A jury in Virginia reached a verdict in the murder trial of a man who acknowledged dismembering his wife but maintained he did not kill her. The defendant was tried on murder charges related to the death of his wife. CNN reported the jury delivered its verdict, though the specific verdict outcome was not included in the provided text.
Whoopi Goldberg, a co-host of ABC's "The View," called out Democratic infighting over congressional leadership and said the party should focus on gas prices and SNAP benefits. Goldberg did not specify which Democrats or leadership dispute she was referencing. Her comments were made on the show's broadcast.
A 7-year-old girl named Aranza Aidelany Pardo was killed during an operation involving the Gulf Cartel in Tamaulipas state, Mexico. Her mother stated that a Tamaulipas state police helicopter fired the shot that killed her daughter. The incident occurred during cartel-related law enforcement activity in the region.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a subpoena to the Democratic Socialists of America seeking records related to potential foreign donations from Cuba and China, according to a statement from his office. Uthmeier did not provide specific evidence of illegal funding in his announcement. The subpoena requests documents related to delegations from Cuba and China that visited the organization.
The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington filed a lawsuit to block Initiative 638 before its scheduled December 3 effective date. The initiative requires schools to designate sports teams based on biological sex. The ACLU argued the measure violates Washington state privacy and antidiscrimination laws.
Mark Matthews, a five-star offensive tackle, committed to Georgia after previously committing to Texas A&M. Matthews had been considered a recruit for Miami as well.
