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Lawmakers ramp up scrutiny of ICE oversight staff furloughs

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Democrats in Congress are pressing Immigration and Customs Enforcement to restore oversight staff who were furloughed at the start of the government shutdown. In a Nov. 6 letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, the lawmakers said that staff at the Office of Detention Oversight are crucial to ensuring safety at ICE detention centers. Staff at ODO were furloughed at the outset of the shutdown. “Without ODO staff actively performing these duties, there is a heightened risk that detention facilities fail to meet required standards, compromising detainee safety, access to…

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ICYMI: Nationwide Rallies Ramp Up as Constituents Demand Action Against Musk and Trump’s Agenda

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WASHINGTON – As reported by the Associated Press, the “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” mobilizations organized by MoveOn are gaining momentum as part of a nationwide effort to hold lawmakers accountable during the February congressional recess. Constituents are voicing their frustration with the growing influence of Elon Musk and Donald Trump over government institutions, demanding that their elected officials prioritize the needs of working families over the agendas of billionaires. This week, MoveOn-member led rallies have  drawn large crowds of activists seeking answers from their representatives. Notable actions include…

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