Wednesday, Jan 22

The Justice Department initiates new immigration enforcement measures, including investigating state and local officials obstructing federal efforts.

Thursday, Jan 23

Mauricio Funes, former President of El Salvador, has died at 65 in Nicaragua, where he sought refuge to escape corruption charges.

Wednesday, Jan 22

Afghans fearing Taliban reprisals plead with Trump to lift the suspension on U.S. refugee resettlement amid rising insecurity in Pakistan.

Wednesday, Jan 22

Madison Keys defeats Elina Svitolina while Iga Swiatek overcomes Emma Navarro, setting the stage for an electrifying Australian Open semifinal.

Wednesday, Jan 22

Umit Ozdag, leader of Turkey's far-right Victory Party, faces trial for inciting public hatred amid controversy over his anti-refugee remarks.

Wednesday, Jan 22

The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that five elephants cannot sue for their release, reaffirming nonhuman animals lack legal personhood.

Wednesday, Jan 22

Bishop Mariann Budde confronted Trump during a prayer service, urging him to show compassion to transgender children and immigrant families amid his controversial policies.

Thursday, Jan 23

President Trump has revoked John Bolton's Secret Service protection, raising concerns amid ongoing Iranian threats against the former national security adviser.

Thursday, Jan 23

Democratic-led states and civil rights groups are suing to block Trump's birthright citizenship order, arguing it violates the U.S. Constitution.

Thursday, Jan 23

Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band and a musical legend, has died at the age of 87 in New York.