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US responds to Somali referee scandal after Omar Artan denied World Cup entry

Somali official was barred from entering US soil before summer tournament

Evening Standard

House Republicans Immigration Package Clears Congress With $70B for ICE and Border Patrol

House Republicans passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package, overcoming internal divisions. The bill supports ICE and Border Patrol funding, despite opposition and procedural controversies.

International Business Times UK

US Congress approves $70 billion for Trump immigration crackdown

The US Congress on Tuesday passed a $70 billion bill funding President Donald Trump's hardline immigration crackdown through the rest of his term, ending months of bitter partisan fighting over the future of deportations and border enforcement. "And here's the end result of Democrats' record- CBP and ICE will now…

The Economic Times

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As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute

A federal judge has questioned a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official about the government's process for refunding billions of dollars importers paid before the Supreme Court struck down some of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump

AAP

Why is Lumumba Vea not at England vs DR Congo? All the people unable to enter Trump’s United States for World Cup

Numerous figures have endured US visa and entry issues and the list is growing as the 2026 World Cup gets going

The Independent UK

Top African referee denied entry into the US and will miss World Cup

A FIFA spokesperson confirmed in a statement that Artan, who says he was detained for 11 hours at Miami International Airport, would play no part in the World Cup.

Euronews

‘World Cup of Chaos’—Referee Expecting to Make History Denied Entry to U.S.

The official from Somalia flew from Istanbul to Miami with a diplomatic passport.

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World Cup 2026: Referee from Somalia denied entry to the US was about to make history

He was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Saturday due to "vetting concerns"

The Independent UK

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency official is set to testify in federal court about the U.S. government's plans for refunding billions of dollars in tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump imposed illegally

AAP

US Customs’ $166 billion tariff refund plan faces court fight over who gets access to payouts

A government official testifies today in federal court. This concerns billions of dollars in import taxes. The Supreme Court ruled these taxes illegal. The court will decide if refunds are expedited. The Justice Department appealed a ruling for all businesses to get refunds. This hearing may clarify the refund process.…

The Economic Times

Somali referee dropped from World Cup after being refused entry to US

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been ruled out of officiating at the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry to the United States, FIFA said Monday, in a decision that prevents him from becoming the first Somali official to referee at the tournament.

France 24

World Cup 2026: African referee denied entry into the United States by border control

US Customs and Border Protection confirmed that a Somali national who was planning to referee in the World Cup had been denied entry

The Independent UK

'Phone completely inactive, haven't heard...': US visa holder denied entry at Los Angeles airport, held by CBP, family left without contact for days

A B1/B2 visa holder was denied entry at LAX and has been held by CBP for days, with family unable to contact him. Reports suggest a possible visa violation due to alleged informal work during a previous extended stay. This incident highlights the uncertainties of US immigration detention and entry…

The Economic Times

Trump team is fighting court order to return all $166 billion collected in tariffs: report

The Trump administration must return billions of dollars that importers paid under his sweeping tariff policy after the Supreme Court knocked down some of the duties

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The Times of India

US visa holder denied entry at Los Angeles airport after previous visit, held in CBP custody; family unable to contact him

A social media post about a foreign traveller being denied entry to US at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has stirred a row about visa rules and the powers of US border officials.

Reason

CBP Agents Violently Arrested This Chicago Woman. Now She's Seeking $10 Million in Damages.

Debbie Brockman, a U.S. citizen, was held in federal custody for seven hours and released with no charges after her arrest by immigration agents last October.

The Economic Times

US govt appeals judge's order for tariff refunds

The Trump administration is appealing a court order for refunds of global tariffs. These tariffs were previously invalidated by the Supreme Court. The refunds could amount to 166 billion dollars. US Customs and Border Protection has started processing some repayments. This appeal may affect the ongoing refund process. President Trump…

AAP

Trump plans to appeal order allowing all importers that paid struck-down tariffs to seek refunds

Businesses big and small have started receiving refunds after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump improperly imposed some tariffs on imported goods

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The Independent UK

‘Naive or dumb’: Markwayne Mullin slammed over plan to pull customs agents from airports in sanctuary cities

Homeland Security secretary warned proposal would cause travel chaos for Americans of all political persuasions

Fortune

After issuing more than $20 billion in tariff refunds, the Trump administration is now pursuing legal action to bring the process to a standstill

The Justice Department said in a court filing it would appeal a federal judge’s order allowing all importers—not just those who sued the administration—to seek out refunds.

AAP

Trump plans to appeal order on US tariff refunds

US President Donald Trump's administration says it intended to appeal a judge's order that allows all companies that paid invalidated tariffs to seek refunds.

The Economic Times

Trump moves to block wider tariff refunds, appeals order covering all importers

In a landmark Supreme Court ruling, businesses are cashing in on refunds for import tariffs. Yet, the Trump administration intends to challenge the ruling that mandates refunds for all firms, a move that may hinder the momentum. To date, billions have been returned to companies, and the total could rise.

AAP

Trump plans to appeal order allowing all importers that paid struck-down tariffs to seek refunds

Businesses big and small have started receiving refunds after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump improperly imposed some tariffs on imported goods

Reason

Markwayne Mullin's Less 'Flashy' DHS Is Using the Same Thuggish Tactics

Mullin's latest idea is to stop processing international arrivals at airports in sanctuary cities.

Latin Times

Trump Administration Sues Massachusetts Over Refusal to Issue 'Confidential' Plates for ICE and CBP Vehicles

The Trump administration filed a federal lawsuit against Massachusetts, accusing the state of illegally refusing to issue confidential license plates for vehicles used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection agents.

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