The high cost of using military planes for deportation

President Trump says he is looking to eliminate wasteful spending in the federal government., but that may be at odds with what he's doing to keep another campaign promise. Jason Allen has been investigating what it's costing American taxpayers to deport immigrants who are in the country illegally.

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Ukraine's rare earth elements could help keep US military aid flowing

Ukraine has offered to strike a deal with U.S. President Donald Trump for continued American military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine’s mineral industry
ABC News - 3h
Military families in Germany protest against Pete Hegseth

On a visit to a U.S. military hub in Stuttgart, Germany, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was booed by around two dozen people who live at the base in an apparent demonstration against the Trump ...
NBC News - 3h
Pope Criticizes Trump’s Deportation of Migrants, Calling It a Violation of Dignity

In a letter to American bishops, Francis leveled unusually direct criticism at the administration on an issue he has made central to his papacy.
The New York Times - 4h
Deportation Flights Return Migrants From U.S. to Venezuela

The flights, which left Fort Bliss in Texas, represent a significant victory for President Trump, who has vowed to carry out sweeping deportations.
The New York Times - 8h
High Court approval in assisted dying bill to be dropped

Changes to proposed legislation may cost it backing of wavering supporters
Financial Times - 8h
Ukraine offers rare earth deal to Trump for more US military aid

Ukraine has offered to strike a deal with U.S. President Donald Trump for continued American military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine’s mineral industry
ABC News - 9h
U.S. border czar shrugs off Pope Francis' condemnation of deportations

President Trump's border czar says Pope Francis should "stick to the Catholic Church," as the pontiff slams U.S. mass deportations
CBS News - 5h
‘Major crisis’: Pope Francis rebukes Trump mass deportation efforts

Pope criticizes other anti-immigration policies and urges people not to accept administration’s harmful narratives. US politics live – latest updates Pope Francis has sharply criticized the ...
The Guardian - 6h
Thinking of not paying taxes? This is what it could cost you.

Penalties and fees could add up for tax protesters, for little impact.
MarketWatch - 6h
Pressley on Trump promise to lower costs: ‘How’s that going?’

Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) slammed President Trump over his promise to lower everyday costs for Americans, asking “How’s that going?” “Donald Trump ran on a promise to bring down costs for ...
The Hill - 7h
Israel's military ramps up West Bank raids

Israel's military is continuing raids in the West Bank and Palestinians are being driven out of their homes. This comes as the ceasefire deal with Hamas remains fragile. CBS News' Chris Livesay ...
CBS News - 1d
Why Trump is reportedly ‘angry’ deportation numbers are not higher

President Donald Trump is reportedly angry that the number of people deported from the U.S. within the first weeks of his term is not higher, according to three sources familiar with the ...
NBC News - 1d
Falling costs drive US toward green energy — even as political tides shift

The U.S. is barreling toward an energy transition as renewables — especially solar — become ever-cheaper sources of energy. Renewables and natural gas have been gaining while coal has declined for ...
The Hill - 1d
Court blocks administration from deporting 3 Venezuelan immigrants to Gitmo

A federal blocked the Trump administration from sending three Venezuelan immigrants held in New Mexico to Guantanamo Bay Naval Base as part of the president's immigration crackdown.
CBS News - 1d
Why ditching the penny may not cost Americans much

Rounding prices to the nearest nickel would not have “any significant inflationary consequences,” a 2023 study found.
MarketWatch - 1d
Israeli military withdraws from Netzarim corridor in Gaza

Israel says it will not agree to full withdrawal until Hamas’s military and political capabilities have been eliminated. Middle East crisis – live updates Israeli forces have withdrawn from ...
The Guardian - 2d
Japan’s borrowing costs soar to 14-year high

Investors bet on faster interest rate rises, saying inflation is ‘for real this time’
Financial Times - 2d
The Papers: Trump 'won't deport Harry' and tributes to Southport 'angels'

The parents of two girls killed in Southport pay tribute to their "angels" on several Sunday papers.
BBC News - 2d
NTSB investigating Alaska plane crash

The NTSB is on the scene of a plane crash near Nome, Alaska. Ten people died and tonight we know more about some of the passengers on board. NBC News' Dana Griffin has the latest.
NBC News - 2d
NIH announces it's slashing funding for indirect research costs

The National Institutes of Health announced that the agency is making cuts to grants that support research institutions by limiting the amount of indirect funding for research projects to just 15%.
NBC News - 2d
Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of building up military strength

Yahoo News - 3d
Coast Guard locates wreckage of missing plane in Alaska

The Coast Guard has located the wreckage of a plane carrying 10 people that went missing in Alaska just before its scheduled landing. Three people were reported to be deceased inside, while the ...
NBC News - 3d
Eye Opener: 10 dead in Alaska plane crash

Ten people are dead after a plane lost contact during a brutal winter storm in Alaska. Meanwhile, fans are mourning the death of actor Tony Roberts. All that and all that matters in today's Eye ...
CBS News - 3d
Three hostages handed over to Israeli military after Hamas release

Yahoo News - 3d
Canada and Philippines are in final negotiations for defense pact to boost joint military exercises

The Canadian ambassador says his country and the Philippines are in the final stages of negotiating a key defense pact that will allow their forces to hold larger military drills
ABC News - 3d
Trump pauses tariffs on low-cost parcels in US-China trade reprieve

Repeal of ‘de minimis’ exemption had sparked turmoil at US customs and postal service as shipments piled up
Financial Times - 3d
All 10 people aboard Alaska plane that crashed died, says US Coast Guard

Authorities found the plane, which was carrying passengers across Norton Sound, about 34 miles south-east of Nome . A small commuter plane carrying 10 people across Alaska’s Norton Sound that ...
The Guardian - 3d
Small Plane With 10 Dead Found Crashed in Alaska

The wreckage of the plane, which disappeared on Thursday, was found about 34 miles southeast of Nome, the authorities said.
The New York Times - 3d
Coast Guard located plane wreckage in Alaska

The Coast Guard has located wreckage that appears to match a missing commuter plane that took off Thursday afternoon from Unalakleet to Nome, Alaska. The Coast Guard says the flight experienced ...
NBC News - 3d
Trump 'angry' deportation numbers are not higher

ICE is under increasing pressure to boost the number of arrests and deportations of undocumented immigrants.
NBC News - 3d
Plane Crash in São Paulo, Brazil, Kills Two

Six people on the ground were also injured by the plane, part of which struck a bus on the road when it crashed in São Paulo.
The New York Times - 4d
Sudanese military reports sweeping gains in battle for capital

Army making rapid advances across the country and closing in on RSF-held Republican Palace in Khartoum. Sudan’s brutal civil war appears to be approaching a decisive phase as the country’s military ...
The Guardian - 4d
This High-Tech Handlebar Is Coming With Help From OnlyFans

Former BMW and Porsche engineers are hoping to forge a new path in bike gear by making a first-of-its-kind digital bicycle upgrade.
Wired - 4d
'Border czar' threatens military action if cartels target troops at border

"Border czar" Tom Homan said he expects to use the U.S. military if Mexican cartels target American troops on the border.
ABC News - 4d
Ahead of Modi’s Visit With Trump, U.S. Deportations to India Creates Uproar

Reports that deported migrants had faced mistreatment stirred an uproar in India ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to Washington.
The New York Times - 5d
Guatemala gives Rubio a second deportation deal for migrants being sent home from the US

Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo says his country will accept migrants from other countries who are being deported from the United States
ABC News - 5d
Guatemala strikes deal with Rubio to accept migrants from other countries deported from the US

Guatemala’s president says his country will accept migrants from other countries being deported from the United States
ABC News - 6d