Over 130 US foreign policy experts have denounced President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban, saying it undermines America’s national security and interests as much as the original order barring travelers from some Muslim-majority countries and refugees. “To Muslims — including those victimized by or fighting against ISIS (Islamic State) — it will send a message … Read more
The number of illegal immigrants crossing into the US from Mexico went down by 40% from January to February, according to the US government. Homeland Security chief John Kelly said the “change in trends” was a result of Donald Trump’s tough policies. The president has signed an executive order for an “impassable physical barrier” on … Read more
Mexico vowed not to let the United States impose migration reforms on it as its leaders prepared Thursday to host US officials who are cracking down on illegal immigrants. Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray sharpened the tone as he prepared for talks following a diplomatic row over president Donald Trump’s hard line on trade and immigration. … Read more
US plans to deport millions of Central American migrants and regional security issues dominated US Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly’s visit to Guatemala on Wednesday, his Guatemalan counterpart said. Interior Minister Francisco Rivas said he and Kelly discussed those issues after the US official, who arrived late Tuesday, held private talks with Guatemalan President Jimmy … Read more
Donald Trump’s White House was in crisis mode following the resignation of a top aide, as it emerged the president knew for weeks about Michael Flynn’s controversial Kremlin contacts before deciding to act. Questions were swirling on several other fronts: a possible ethics breach by another top advisor, and the president’s alleged use of an … Read more
Two US senators have requested details on President Donald Trump’s smartphone security, saying he could jeopardize national secrets if he is still using his old handset, as some reports say. “Did Trump receive a secured, encrypted smartphone for his personal use on or before Jan. 20? If so, is he using it?,” said a tweet … Read more
US security chiefs have admitted flaws in the way President Donald Trump’s bar on people from seven countries entering the US was implemented. The policy has caused uproar internationally and was challenged by the acting US attorney general, who Mr Trump then fired. Top Republican Paul Ryan said he regretted that some people with valid … Read more