Tensions rise as Congress clashes with the Trump administration over immigration detention oversight, disabled passenger rights, and legal battles involving Harvard. Meanwhile, courts uphold federal control during protests, and Fed officials hint at possible rate cuts amid economic uncertainty.
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Overview:
• Tensions between the Trump administration and Congress have intensified over oversight of immigration detention facilities and the treatment of detainees, with several Democratic lawmakers being denied access to certain ICE facilities despite legal rights to conduct inspections.
• The Department of Homeland Security has delayed enforcement of rules aimed at improving accessibility for disabled airline passengers, leading to lawsuits from airlines challenging the agency’s authority, while advocacy groups warn of ongoing risks and inadequate protections.
• The courts have temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to exclude Harvard from the international student program, allowing the university to continue enrolling international students amid ongoing legal disputes over funding and alleged discrimination.
• The federal appeals court upheld President Trump’s decision to federalize the National Guard in Los Angeles during protests, rejecting attempts to limit its use, while the local government and officials argued that the deployment was unnecessary and inflammatory.
• Federal Reserve officials, including Christopher Waller, signaled a willingness to consider lowering interest rates sooner than previously expected, in contrast to Chairman Jerome Powell’s cautious stance, amid ongoing economic uncertainties and political pressure from President Trump.

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