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Noem Criticizes Virginia Gov. Spanberger Over Refusing ICE Detainer for Illegal Alien Accused of Murder

Outgoing DHS Secretary says Virginians 'should be alarmed' over governor's actions.

Virginia Governor Faces Backlash Over Stance on ICE Detainer

Spanberger suggests she may not honor ICE request to take custody of illegal alien accused of murder

Illegal Immigrant Charged in Deadly Fairfax Bus Stop Attack

Authorities say Sierra Leone national had over 40 prior charges, most dropped by Soros-backed prosecutor

Illegal Immigrant with 30+ Arrests Allegedly Stabs Virginia Woman to Death

The incident occurred just before Virginia's governor criticized ICE in a State of the Union response.

Judge Warns ICE Officials of Contempt and Sanctions for Illegal Detentions

Federal judge in West Virginia issues stern warning to Trump administration over unlawful immigrant detentions

DHS Defends Deportations of Illegal Immigrants with Criminal Records

Democrats accuse ICE of targeting Dreamers, but DHS highlights arrests of gang members and child rapists

300 Virginia high school students suspended over anti-ICE walkout

Woodbridge High School handed three-day suspensions to over 300 students who left campus during a student-led protest against federal immigration enforcement.

Anabaptist Activists Debate Confrontation vs. Compassion

Readers discuss the role of public protest and nonviolent resistance in the Anabaptist tradition.

Virginia Governor Spanberger Criticizes Trump on Economy, Immigration

Spanberger delivers Democrats' response to State of the Union, highlighting economic and immigration issues.

Virginia Governor Defends 'Aspiring Americans' in SOTU Response

Spanberger accuses Trump of using federal agents to 'terrorize' communities

Charlottesville Hosts Free Training on Responding to ICE Activity

Event aims to educate community on rights and legal actions when witnessing immigration enforcement.

Judge Rebukes Trump Lawyers' Defense of ICE Migrant Detentions

Federal judge says ICE illegally denied migrants chance to challenge removal orders

Virginia Beach Students Protest Federal Immigration Authorities

Coordinated walkouts across the city call for action and awareness of immigration enforcement issues.

Hundreds of Virginia High School Students Suspended Over Anti-ICE Walkout

School administrators punished students who left campus without permission to protest ICE operations.

Rep. Bobby Scott to Host Immigration Know-Your-Rights Panel

The event aims to inform the public on recognizing abusive tactics from ICE agents.

Justice Department Slashes Asylum Award Rates Down to 10 Percent

Trump administration policies lead to dramatic drop in asylum approvals for economic migrants

Virginia Supreme Court Upholds US Marine's Adoption of Afghan War Orphan

Ruling ends years-long legal battle over the child's fate

Virginia Lawmakers Propose Bills to Limit ICE Arrests at Courthouses, Hospitals, and Schools

Proposed legislation would require judicial warrants for ICE agents to make arrests at certain public facilities.

Virginia sees surge in 'self-deporting' immigrants

Carytown business closures reflect broader demographic shifts in the state

Norfolk Store Owner Recounts ICE Raid Inside Their Business

Employees at Lempira Latin Store describe a chaotic scene as a customer was chased and detained by federal agents.

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