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Nov 24, 2025

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Politics: Courts Intervene.. Again
Music: Tejano Goes Big
Art: Frida Sets Record
More: Stories, Podcasts, Links

Court Slams Brakes on Deportation Push🚨

A ruling issued over the weekend found that the Trump administration failed to follow proper legal procedures when it attempted to expand the “expedited removal” process.

The court determined that the policy was implemented without an adequate public notice and comment period, a requirement under federal law for such significant regulatory changes.

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Tejano Music Awards Shine In Houston

The 45th Annual Tejano Music Awards brought a fresh wave of energy to Houston, marking the first time the event was held in the city. Monica Saldívar emerged as a standout, winning Female Vocalist of the Year and Video of the Year. Texas Latino also made waves, taking home Tejano Album of the Year and Collaboration of the Year alongside Saldívar.

The night celebrated both rising stars like Luis AG, who won Best New Artist, and legends such as Johnny Hernandez and Ram Herrera, honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Frida Kahlo Painting Sells For $54.66M

Frida Kahlo’s 1940 self-portrait, “El sueño (la cama),” has become the most expensive painting by a female artist, selling for $54.66 million at Sotheby’s in New York.

The artwork, which depicts Kahlo sleeping beneath a skeleton surrounded by folkloric and surrealist imagery, shattered the previous record held by Georgia O’Keeffe’s “Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1,” which sold for $44.4 million in 2014.

North Carolina Immigration Raids Spark GOP Concerns Amid Backlash

President Trump’s aggressive immigration raids in North Carolina have ignited political tensions, with some Republicans fearing the strategy could backfire in the battleground state.

While the administration touts the operation as targeting “the worst of the worst,” reports reveal that 70% of those arrested lacked criminal records, fueling criticism of racial profiling and heavy-handed tactics. Local GOP leaders worry the raids could alienate moderate voters and harm the party’s standing in upcoming elections.

Trump And Mamdani Find Common Ground?

In a surprising turn, President Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani struck a cordial tone during their first meeting at the White House.

Despite their political differences, the two leaders bonded over shared concerns about New York’s affordability crisis, with Trump expressing confidence in Mamdani’s ability to address the issue. The meeting, marked by mutual praise and lighthearted exchanges, emphasized a commitment to tackling cost-of-living challenges.

Poll: Americans Oppose Military Action In Venezuela

A recent poll reveals widespread disapproval among Americans for potential U.S. military action in Venezuela. While the Trump administration has framed the situation as a minor threat, three-quarters of respondents believe congressional approval is necessary before any military intervention.

Even within the Republican base, support for such action is tepid, with many prioritizing economic concerns over foreign policy. The survey also highlights a lack of public awareness, with only 20% of Americans having heard much about the military buildup.

In Case You Missed It: The Evolution From Walkouts To Hashtags

In March 1968, thousands of Mexican-American students walked out of East Los Angeles high schools to protest segregation, corporal punishment, and a system that denied them dignity.

The East L.A. Walkouts, known as the “Blowouts,” weren’t just about education; they were a collective declaration that Chicano youth mattered. Their protest was fueled by word of mouth, community ties, and the kind of solidarity that spread from classrooms to neighborhoods.