🚨 Homan Declares End to Minnesota ICE Surge Operation After State, Local Officials Begin Cooperation
Border czar Tom Homan announced on February 12, 2026, that Operation Metro Surge, the large-scale immigration enforcement effort in Minnesota, will conclude after achieving its goals of arresting public safety threats and locating thousands of missing unaccompanied alien children. Homan stated that President Trump approved the proposal to wrap up the operation, citing successful coordination with state and local law enforcement that enabled safer arrests in jails and reduced the need for heavy federal presence. A significant drawdown of agents is already underway this week and will continue into the next, with some personnel remaining temporarily for transition, as resources shift to nationwide priorities like mass deportations. The move follows Homan’s deployment to the state in late January, where he emphasized results over drama and credited cooperation for progress that the previous administration failed to deliver.
Sources: Legal Insurrection, The New York Post
🏛️ House Passes SAVE America Act Requiring Proof of Citizenship, Voter ID with Only 1 Democrat Voting For
The Republican-led House of Representatives passed the SAVE America Act on February 11, 2026, in a mostly party-line vote of 218-213. This legislation mandates that states obtain documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a passport or birth certificate, presented in person for voter registration in federal elections. It also requires photo identification to cast a ballot. Only one Democrat supported the measure, Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX). Proponents argue it bolsters election integrity by ensuring only citizens vote, a view backed by broad public support in polls for voter ID rules. The bill now heads to the Senate, where passage faces steep odds due to the filibuster.
Sources: The Federalist, The Daily Signal
⚖️ DOJ Solicits Examples of Judicial Overreach for Potential Impeachment Referrals
The Trump administration’s Justice Department, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, has directed federal prosecutors in all 93 U.S. attorneys’ offices to identify the most egregious instances of judges obstructing executive actions through adverse rulings, with the aim of compiling examples that could support congressional impeachment efforts against perceived activist judges. This move follows a recent virtual meeting where department officials requested vivid cases of judicial activism, such as refusals to approve warrants or interference in nominations, framing it as assistance to Congress in exercising its constitutional oversight to address judges who allegedly violate their oaths. The department insists this is a legitimate response to judges prioritizing personal agendas over impartiality.
🔎 Trump Directs CIA To Share 2020 Election Intelligence With Former Stop The Steal Lawyer
President Donald Trump has directed the CIA and other U.S. intelligence agencies to provide sensitive intelligence related to the 2020 election to Kurt Olsen, a temporary White House special government employee and former participant in the “Stop the Steal” efforts, who now leads a probe into potential irregularities from that contest. Intelligence officials have voiced unease over Olsen’s limited background in the spy world and his past promotion of voter fraud claims widely regarded as unfounded, while the CIA confirmed cooperation by stating the president requested Olsen review such material, and the agency is facilitating appropriate access. The White House defended the move as within Trump’s authority to grant classified access for election integrity purposes, amid separate developments like an FBI raid on Fulton County, Georgia, an election facility stemming from issues raised in a related affidavit.
🏛️ House Republicans Scrutinize Marxist-Linked Network Tied to Chinese Influence
House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith held a hearing on February 10, 2026, examining foreign influence in U.S. nonprofits, with particular focus on a network of far-left groups allegedly funded by Neville Roy Singham, an American-born Marxist tech tycoon now based in Shanghai. Investigators claim Singham’s funding supports organizations like the People’s Forum, CodePink, BreakThrough BT Media, the ANSWER Coalition, and the Party for Socialism and Liberation, which have organized protests disrupting immigration enforcement and promoting narratives aligned with Chinese Communist Party propaganda, all while exploiting tax-exempt status to sow domestic discord. Smith sent letters demanding records from entities in this network, labeling it a potential malign operation that injects anti-American messaging under the guise of activism.
Sources: The Epoch Times, FOX News
📋 High No-Match Rates in Federal Voter Verification System Raise Questions About Registration Accuracy
A report from the Social Security Administration’s Help America Vote Verification (HAVV) system shows persistent issues with matching voter registration data, where states submit names, dates of birth, and the last four digits of Social Security numbers for verification when no driver’s license is available. In 2025, 13% of processed verifications—318,217 out of 2.37 million—returned no match, while cumulative data since 2011 indicates a 28.8% no-match rate across roughly 28.1 million submissions over 15 years. These figures, drawn from official SSA open data, highlight frequent mismatches that critics argue point to sloppy state-level processing or potential garbage in voter rolls for federal elections, though such discrepancies often stem from simple name variations, outdated records, or limited use of the system by some states.
Sources: US Social Security Administration, The Gateway Pundit
🎭 North Carolina GOP Primary Candidate Admits She’s a Progressive Running as a Fake Republican
A congressional hopeful named Kate Barr in North Carolina’s 14th District has stirred controversy by openly stating she is a progressive, not a real Republican, yet is campaigning in the GOP primary against incumbent Rep. Tim Moore. She explains this strategy stems from the gerrymandered nature of the district, where the primary offers the real competition rather than the general election, and she stresses the need to win now amid what she calls a democratic emergency while acknowledging long-term goals for fairer maps around 2030. Barr insists she is upfront with voters about her views, even posting on her campaign site that she is not a Republican but is running as one to oust what she sees as corrupt incumbents, complete with some salty language in her interviews and events.
Sources: The Gateway Pundit, FOX News
🧧 New Report Exposes Nearly 1000 CCP-Linked United Front Groups Operating Across the United States
A recent analysis from the Jamestown Foundation has mapped nearly 1000 organizations in the United States tied to the Chinese Communist Party’s United Front Work Department. These entities, part of a broader network exceeding 2000 groups across the US, Canada, the UK, and Germany, work to mobilize overseas Chinese communities and advance Beijing’s interests in democratic societies. The report highlights how such groups seek to influence local politics, gather intelligence, and promote CCP narratives, often through seemingly benign cultural or community associations. This comes amid ongoing concerns about foreign influence operations, including previously uncovered secret police stations linked to Chinese officials on US soil.
Sources: The Washington Examiner, The Bureau
📰 CBS News Draws Fire for Downplaying ICE Arrests of Violent Criminals
A CBS News report based on an internal DHS document claims that less than 14% of nearly 400,000 ICE arrests in President Trump’s first year back in office involved individuals with violent criminal records, such as murder, rape, or aggravated assault, while noting that about 60% of arrestees had some criminal history but mostly for non-violent offenses like DUIs, drug trafficking, or burglary; the piece suggests this undercuts administration rhetoric about prioritizing the “worst of the worst,” prompting sharp pushback from DHS, ICE, and conservative voices who argue the narrow definition of “violent” conveniently excludes serious crimes that still endanger communities and that nearly 70% of detained criminal aliens have pending charges or prior convictions overall.
Sources: Legal Insurrection, FOX News
📢 Portland Anti-ICE Protester Convicted in First Trial from Facility Demonstrations
A Portland man named David Pearl, aged 35 or 36, became the first anti-ICE protester from last summer’s demonstrations to take his case to a full trial instead of pleading out, resulting in convictions on two federal misdemeanor charges: failing to obey a lawful order and creating a disturbance. The offenses stemmed from incidents on June 21, 2025, when he participated in blocking the driveway of the ICE facility on Macadam Avenue, ignoring repeated commands to disperse for over 45 minutes, and on June 29, 2025, when he interfered with an arrest by grabbing another protester and resisting officers, as shown on surveillance video. Following a four-hour bench trial before U.S. Magistrate Judge Jolie A. Russo, Pearl received one year of probation and 10 hours of community service rather than jail time, though prosecutors had sought a short stint behind bars due to his repeat appearance at the site; his attorney promptly appealed the verdict, and Pearl maintained he was the real victim in the affair.
Sources: The Post Millennial, Oregon Live
🚨 Australian Police Extend Protest Restrictions Ahead of Israeli President’s Visit
NSW authorities have extended curbs on demonstrations in Sydney to prevent potential riots during Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s four-day visit to Australia, which begins February 9 and aims to show solidarity with the Jewish community following the December Bondi terror attack that killed 15 people. Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon cited community safety as the priority while balancing free speech, with restrictions allowing move-on orders and preventing traffic obstructions even for static gatherings; Premier Chris Minns called the measures reasonable to avoid disorder in a liberal democracy. Pro-Palestine groups plan peaceful nationwide rallies in multiple cities to oppose the visit, citing Herzog’s past statements on Palestinians and Gaza that critics link to incitement allegations, though he has denied misinterpretation; activists intend to challenge the curbs and make the trip uncomfortable for Herzog.
Sources: The West Australian, FOX News
📡 NATO Launches Arctic Sentry to Counter Russian and Chinese Moves in the High North
NATO has launched a new military activity, Arctic Sentry, on February 11, 2026, to coordinate and strengthen the allied presence in the Arctic and High North amid rising concerns over Russia’s aggressive military buildup and China’s growing interest in the region. The effort, coordinated through the U.S.-based Joint Force Command in Norfolk, Virginia, ties together existing national exercises such as Denmark’s Arctic Endurance and Norway’s Cold Response without deploying new permanent NATO troops, aiming to improve visibility, planning, and response capabilities in a strategically vital area made more accessible by melting ice. Officials, including Secretary General Mark Rutte, highlighted the need to address these threats seriously, following recent tensions sparked by U.S. President Trump’s push regarding Greenland’s security, though the alliance insists the move focuses on deterrence rather than any single nation’s agenda.
Sources: NATO, Defense News
🛂 Sweden Tightens Citizenship Requirements in Ongoing Immigration Clampdown
Sweden’s center-right government has announced stricter rules for obtaining citizenship, extending the standard residency period from five to eight years, introducing a minimum monthly income threshold of over 20,000 Swedish crowns (about $2,225), mandating a test on Swedish language and society, and imposing longer waits for those with criminal records. Migration Minister Johan Forssell described the changes as making citizenship something earned rather than automatic, amid broader efforts to curb immigration following years of high inflows that contributed to social challenges like gang crime. The measures, set to take effect June 6, 2026, build on recent asylum tightening, such as requiring asylum seekers to live in designated centers, as the government seeks to reduce illegal entries and ensure better integration.
Sources: Deutsche Welle, BBC News
🛫 Russian Airlines Suspend Flights to Cuba Amid Jet Fuel Shortage, Begin Tourist Evacuations
Russian airlines Rossiya and Nordwind have suspended regular flights to Cuba due to severe jet fuel shortages on the island that prevent reliable refueling at local airports. Russia’s aviation regulator Rosaviatsia announced that the carriers will operate outbound-only repatriation flights starting Thursday to bring home roughly 4,000 stranded Russian tourists from locations including Havana and Varadero before halting all service until the crisis eases. Cuba’s authorities issued notices warning that Jet A-1 fuel would be unavailable at international airports from February 10 for at least a month as the energy emergency worsens amid reduced oil supplies from traditional sources. Russia’s Economy Ministry has advised citizens to avoid travel to Cuba for now, and tour operators have paused sales or offered refunds.
Sources: The Moscow Times, Reuters
🌵 Mexican Government Attributes Canadian Mining Workers’ Killings to Cartel Mix-Up
Mexican officials have attributed the abduction and killing of employees from a Canadian mining firm in Sinaloa to a case of mistaken identity by cartel gunmen, rather than a targeted attack on the company or its workers. In late January 2026, ten workers from Vizsla Silver Corp. were kidnapped from a project site near Concordia; authorities later recovered bodies in clandestine graves, with five initially identified and efforts ongoing for the rest. Security Secretary Omar Garcia Harfuch stated that suspects from the Chapitos faction of the Sinaloa Cartel believed the victims were rivals from the opposing Mayos faction, and claimed no prior extortion or threats against the mining operation existed. President Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted a reported drop in overall homicide rates during a press conference, even as critics point to persistent cartel violence and mass graves in the region. Colleagues and families have disputed aspects of the official explanation, amid broader concerns over security in mining areas plagued by organized crime.