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Patel travels to Italy on FBI jet, eyes Olympic hockey finals

A U.S. official identified by sources as Patel flew to Italy on an FBI-operated jet and plans to attend the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey medal-round games, according to people familiar with the trip. The flight’s timing, departure point, and official purpose have not been publicly disclosed. The FBI and other U.S. agencies have not commented on the use of the bureau’s aircraft or on Patel’s schedule at the Games. Italian officials and Olympic organizers have not listed the visit on public schedules, and no travel documents or flight records have been released.

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Trump weighs military action vs Iran with timeline still uncertain

Sources say former U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed possible timelines and options for potential military strikes against Iran, but no final decision or order has been made. The internal review reportedly involves security and defense advisers, planning scenarios, and assessments of regional risks and potential Iranian responses, with no confirmed timeline or commitment to action.

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Judge sanctions DOJ attorney during contentious immigration hearing

A federal judge in Minnesota has held a U.S. Department of Justice attorney in civil contempt of court in an immigration-related case, underscoring rising tensions between the judiciary and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement. The contempt order cites failure to comply with court instructions and raises questions about executive authority, judicial oversight and government compliance with legal rulings in immigration matters.

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ICE detention authority extended to include legal refugees

The Trump administration expanded U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement authority to detain refugees who entered the United States legally but have not yet received green cards, according to a government memo obtained by CBS News. The policy places lawfully admitted refugees without permanent resident status under increased scrutiny and allows ICE to review and potentially detain them during the interim period before they become permanent residents. The memo reflects a broader effort to reexamine legal immigration categories and adjust enforcement practices within the existing refugee and immigration system.

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