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Republican senators are openly clashing over Stephen Miller's expanding influence in President Trump's White House, with Lindsey Graham leading a vocal defence. New polling showing broad concern about ICE tactics is adding pressure as the GOP eyes tough midterm races.

A former ICE employee alleges detainees in Baltimore were left in unsanitary, overcrowded conditions, with some forced to wear diapers; federal lawsuits cite violations of policy and constitutional rights.

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime spotlight reignited rumours about his sexuality, but his own words refuse tidy labels.

Four Haitian women deported from Puerto Rico were found decapitated near the Dominican border, sparking speculations that ICE is working with cartels and gang members.

Saturday Night Live mocked President Donald Trump's bruising in a 'Trump Awards' sketch, with James Austin Johnson joking that clapping could make his 'dead purple hands' 'explode with blood.' The satire has landed amid renewed scrutiny of Trump's visible bruises after he told The Wall Street Journal — as reported by Reuters — that he takes more aspirin than doctors recommend and linked it to bruising.

Elon Musk vows to fund legal defences for Epstein victims who 'speak the truth' and face lawsuits, a move hailed by some but feared could fuel fresh misinformation.

Candace Owens attacked both the Super Bowl halftime show and TPUSA's 'All-American' alternative, as her claims about language and inflated views quickly morphed into wilder trafficking talk.

Erika Kirk praised Turning Point USA's 'All-American Halftime Show' — a YouTube 'alternate' to Bad Bunny's historic 2026 Super Bowl set — and posted a 52-second montage of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.

Steve Bannon and key pollsters warn Republicans are losing enthusiasm ahead of the 2026 midterms, as Trump's base looks tired and MAGA's story frays.

Amazon's Melania slumps after a 67% second-weekend drop, as 'fake ticket' claims and uncomfortable promotion rows swirl around the film.

An exploration of claims Jeffrey Epstein won the lottery via the Zorro Trust, untangling the truths and lingering mysteries surrounding his controversial legacy.

Elon Musk starts social media uproar after offering to pay legal bills for Epstein victims as viral files reignite debate over truth and accountability.

Activists are warning that Ring doorbells risk becoming part of an immigration-enforcement surveillance web, even as Ring insists it has no partnership with ICE and only responds to legally binding requests or rare emergencies. Critics point to the wider rollback of privacy guardrails and the reality that immigration agents have detained more than 170 US citizens, raising the stakes of who gets access to neighbourhood footage.

Donald Trump branded Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX half-time show 'one of the worst ever,' reigniting a row over language, identity and 'America.'

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show divided viewers, with critics including President Trump, calling it the worst ever while others praised its cultural impact. Here's what happened.

Epstein files spark controversy after a whistleblower letter allegedly names DOJ officials linked to a disputed 2008 deal and missing documents.

Social media reactions to the Epstein files have revived old Putin rhetoric, reflecting wider unease about whether powerful figures ever face consequences.

New documents reveal a federal statement announcing Jeffrey Epstein's death was dated a day before he was found. Files also show Epstein told psychologists his Jewish faith forbade suicide.

Candace Owens and Erika Kirk clash after Owens alleges a cover-up in Charlie Kirk's killing, as authorities say evidence supports a lone suspect.

Activist Levy Armstrong is 'disgusted' after the White House released an AI-altered image of her with darkened skin and fake tears, comparing it to racist Jim Crow propaganda.

New court documents reveal Prince Andrew shared classified UK trade secrets with Jeffrey Epstein, including sensitive Afghanistan investment data, contradicting his previous claims regarding their relationship.

Discover the latest on Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa's kidnapping, just hours after his release from prison.

A newly released Epstein email mentioned Gigi and Bella Hadid in 2015.

Reddit posts reveal ICE officers' bias, burnout, and ethical struggles, highlighting stress and personal conflicts in immigration enforcement roles.

The 'Trump Account For Kids' commercial during the 2026 championship has parents asking how to claim their $1,000 (£(£734.76) grant.

Unsealed Epstein files reveal claims that Donald Trump failed to recognise friends at a 2017 dinner, sparking long-term concerns regarding the President's cognitive health and dementia.

King Charles has not confirmed his trip to the US this year, but he is already being warned against it.

The Trump administration proposes mandatory five-year social media history for US ESTA visas, raising privacy concerns for millions of fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In posts on social media, Trump teased supporters and NFL fans as to which team he would pick to win Super Bowl LX.