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1 DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Says Minneapolis Field Officers Will Now Have Body Cameras
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced yesterday that body cameras will be given to all immigration field officers in Minneapolis, where two deadly shootings by federal agents have sparked calls for accountability. Noem said the move is in the interest of transparency and that body cameras will eventually go to agents nationwide as funding becomes available. The announcement comes as Democrats have pushed for reforms to how ICE operates, including requirements for agents to wear body cameras, show their faces during operations, and get judicial warrants before making arrests. A partial government shutdown has continued as lawmakers argue over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Noem said on social media that as funding allows, the body camera program will be expanded to DHS law enforcement across the country.
2 Clintons Agree To Give Depositions To House Oversight Committee On Epstein
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to sit for closed-door depositions as part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The agreement came early last night, just days before the House was expected to vote on contempt of Congress resolutions against the couple. The Clintons had fought congressional subpoenas for about six months, arguing they had no legal merit. A Clinton spokesperson said the former president and secretary of state "negotiated in good faith" and look forward to setting a precedent that applies to everyone. Neither Clinton has been accused of wrongdoing, and both deny knowing about Epstein's crimes.
3 President Trump Says Kennedy Center Won't Be Torn Down During Renovation
President Trump said the Kennedy Center renovation will cost about $200 million and include new heating and air conditioning. He confirmed the building won't be torn down but will use the existing steel structure, with the venue closing for two years starting in July. Sen. Lisa Murkowski criticized the plan, saying Congress should have been consulted about shutting down the federally funded venue. Several artists have canceled appearances at the center after Trump's name was added to the current building.