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GLOBAL TRADE TENSIONS INTENSIFY
President Donald Trump’s ongoing tariff threats continue to unsettle both North America and global markets. In a recent statement, Trump suggested that the tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico—scheduled for April 2—“could go up,” leaving open the possibility of further economic disruption.
Additionally, the former president refrained from predicting whether the U.S. would face a recession in 2025, adding to the growing uncertainty.
Earlier this year, Trump unveiled plans for 25% tariffs on goods from neighboring Canada and Mexico. After multiple delays, including a brief suspension for automakers, Trump decided to postpone the tariffs yet again on Thursday, pushing the new deadline to April, citing concerns related to the USMCA free trade agreement.
ARIZONA DECLARES MARCH “NATIONAL LOWRIDER MONTH”
In a historic show of bipartisan support, Republicans and Democrats came together to draft a proclamation officially designating March as National Lowrider Month. The proclamation, signed by Representative Lydia Hernandez, aims to celebrate and honor the rich cultural heritage of lowrider vehicles and the community behind them.
"Lowrider culture is more than cars," the proclamation states. "It is a symbol of identity." It highlights the unique role lowriders play in shaping cultural expression, particularly within the Southwest, where the movement first gained prominence.
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DEPORTATIONS AND BORDER ARRESTS PLUMMET
The number of migrants illegally crossing the U.S. southern border saw a dramatic decrease in February, hitting the lowest levels in decades, according to Border Patrol data.
In total, around 8,300 individuals were apprehended after crossing the border unlawfully between ports of entry last month, marking a significant decline in illegal crossings.
Deportations have also dropped.
NOEM APPOINTS NEW LEADERSHIP AT ICE
In a move aimed at bolstering U.S. immigration enforcement, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced new leadership for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Sunday.
Data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, reported by Reuters, reveals that during Trump's first month in office, 37,660 individuals were deported. This figure falls significantly short of the 57,000 deportations per month on average during the final year of President Joe Biden’s administration.
PODCAST: FROM GANG MEMBER TO CONSERVATIVE
Brandon sits down with Jesse Holguin who is a former Los Angeles gang member who became a conservative activist after going to prison and getting shot in the legs. Holguin is now the founder of LEXIT, an organization that encourages Latinos to leave the Democrat Party.
IMMIGRATION: TIJUANA CHURCHES STAND FIRM
Driving up a small hill on a dirt road just 24 minutes from the San Ysidro border, the turn from the main street is easy to miss. In the rainy season, the dirt road becomes a muddy river. Small cars daring to drive through can wind up missing a tire by the end of the short trek. But those who make it to the top will find refuge at a small church called Templo Embajadores de Jesús.
Such is the case for thousands of migrants. Whether you are from the north or south side of the U.S.-Mexico border, you are welcomed here with open arms.
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