Sen. Harris Tours Immigrant Detention Center And Leaves 'Deeply Disturbed'
"It looked like any prison or jail that I have visited over many, many years that I was a prosecutor," Harris said.
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"It looked like any prison or jail that I have visited over many, many years that I was a prosecutor," Harris said.
Beata Mejia-Mejia and her son arrived at the U.S. border after a 2,300-mile, three-week journey by foot, seeking asylum from violence and domestic abuse.
First lady Melania Trump wore the jacket on a trip to the U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday to tour an immigrant children's shelter.
Earlier this month, about 1,000 immigrant detainees were sent to a federal prison in Victorville due to a lack of space in other jails.
The visit was organized by the U.S. Conference of Mayors before President Donald Trump announced he would end the highly criticized policy of separating children and their parents at the Mexican border when the parents are suspected of entering the country illegally.
Mr. Trump called the measure "somewhat preemptive" but called on Congress to work towards a more permanent fix on the issue
Hollywood types aren't exactly the favorite of Fox News Channel personalities or viewers, but ownership of the 20th Century Fox television and film studios, which are sister companies to Fox News, is the subject of a bidding war between Disney and Comcast.
As the national debate over immigration reform reaches a crescendo, horrific stories about the plight facing children coming illegally into the U.S. are emerging from an unlikely source.
The audio surfaced as politicians and advocates flocked to the U.S.-Mexico border to visit U.S. immigration detention centers and turn up the pressure on the Trump administration.
A new poll by CBS News finds that two-thirds of Americans disapprove of separating undocumented children from their parents at the U.S. border.
Two-thirds of Americans disapprove of the Trump administration's practice of taking undocumented immigrant children from their families and putting them in government facilities on US borders, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS. Only 28% approve.
Nearly 2,000 children have been taken from their parents since Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced the policy, which directs Homeland Security officials to refer all cases of illegal entry into the United States for prosecution.
Secretary Nielsen told the group of sheriffs "don't believe the press" and that children detained "are very well taken of."
A vehicle carrying undocumented immigrants flipped Sunday, ejecting 12 people and killing at least five in south Texas, Dimmit County Sheriff Marion Boyd said.
The compromise bill would mandate that children with families seized entering the U.S. be kept together for as long as they are in the custody of the Homeland Security Department.
The Trump administration Monday overturned asylum protections for domestic violence victims in a decision that could affect thousands of asylum seekers from Central America.
It is believed the feds dropped off more than 200 immigration detainees with up to 800 more expected through the weekend.
Since the enforcement policy went into effect, nearly 700 children have been taken from the adults they crossed the border with.
During the last three months of 2017, the Office for Refugee Resettlement said they lost track of nearly 1,500 immigrant children it had placed in the homes of sponsors.
An undocumented immigrant was shot and killed Wednesday by a Border Patrol agent in Rio Bravo, Texas, according to US Customs and Border Protection.
The House Freedom Caucus wanted a vote on immigration before the vote on the massive agriculture and food bill.
Asked about the remark on Thursday, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said she did not think the term Trump used "was strong enough."
A growing percentage of immigrants arrested by the Trump administration don't have criminal convictions on their records, even though officials have repeatedly said arresting criminals is their priority.
"You wouldn't believe how bad these people are," Mr. Trump said in response to a comment about gangs. "These aren't people. These are animals."
Journalist Shaun King tweeted Wednesday morning some of the man's former classmates had identified him as NYC attorney Aaron M. Schlossberg.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Dive teams were called to a reservoir in the western part of the state after a firefighting aircraft went down in the water.
LBPD officials say that the officer was robbed by two suspects before he opened fire. It's unclear if either of the suspects was struck by gunfire.
Rosemead High School football standout Aziel Zacapala was fatally stabbed in El Monte last week. As homicide detectives continue looking for his killer, family members are demanding justice.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Dive teams were called to a reservoir in the western part of the state after a firefighting aircraft went down in the water.
LBPD officials say that the officer was robbed by two suspects before he opened fire. It's unclear if either of the suspects was struck by gunfire.
Rosemead High School football standout Aziel Zacapala was fatally stabbed in El Monte last week. As homicide detectives continue looking for his killer, family members are demanding justice.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
LBPD officials say that the officer was robbed by two suspects before he opened fire. It's unclear if either of the suspects was struck by gunfire.
Rosemead High School football standout Aziel Zacapala was fatally stabbed in El Monte last week. As homicide detectives continue looking for his killer, family members are demanding justice.
West Los Angeles neighbors are raising concerns as coyote activity in their area seems to be increasingly common over recent months, causing concerns for animals and children.
CHP officers said that the pursuit began in the San Fernando Valley.
A boy was killed and two men were hospitalized during a stabbing in the 9700 block of Fern Street on Friday afternoon.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
A stray firework on Sunday destroyed a Garden Grove man's home, burned nearly everything he owned and damaged his prosthetic leg.
A California bill would let insurers monitor customers' driving data in real time in exchange for discounted premiums.
The Huntington Beach Police Department warned organizers and attendees of an end of summer "beach bash" that they could be arrested if the "takeover" event happens.
Two Orange County teenagers suffered life-altering injuries during a fireworks accident on the Fourth of July and family members are demanding answers.
The California Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for a 3-year-old who had last been seen in Kern County.
A California bill would let insurers monitor customers' driving data in real time in exchange for discounted premiums.
The family fun staple in the Inland Empire has offered mini golf, waterslides, arcade games and much more since 1974.
The San Bernardino Police Department said the man had prior convictions for criminal threats and assault on police.
A San Bernardino County family says that their house of 40 years burnt to the ground over the Fourth of July due to illegal fireworks.
Trevor Larnach homered and drove in two runs, Ryan Jeffers added a two-run double and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 Sunday and have won eight of their last nine series heading into the All-Star break.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
In 1898, Wilmington, N.C., was prosperous and integrated. But white supremacists took back control of the city's multi-racial government at gunpoint, and killed scores of Black residents - a little-known story retold in Lauren Collins' "They Stole a City."
The senior U.S. senator for South Carolina died suddenly at 71 on Saturday.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
The senior U.S. senator for South Carolina died suddenly at 71 on Saturday.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
Ildemaro Vargas had two hits, including a go-ahead single in the sixth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame Shohei Ohtani's 22nd home run in a 5-3 victory over the sloppy Los Angeles Dodgers that finished a three-game sweep heading into the All-Star break.
Trevor Larnach homered and drove in two runs, Ryan Jeffers added a two-run double and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 Sunday and have won eight of their last nine series heading into the All-Star break.
James McCann hit his first two home runs of the season and had four RBIs, Brandon Pfaadt made it three wins in three starts since returning to the rotation, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-2.
The Seattle Seahawks are being sold to the Khosla family in accordance with the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the team announced on Saturday.
Royce Lewis hit a two-run homer and sparked the go-ahead rally with a seventh-inning double as the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
A beloved Hollywood taco stop has closed its doors for good.
Boyle Heights residents are still voicing their concerns with the slow cleanup process from the Lineage warehouse fire last month, which left 85 million pounds of spoiled food behind.
An off-duty Long Beach Police Department officer opened fire on at least two suspects after an alleged robbery near Bixby Road and Orange Avenue on Sunday afternoon. Brittney Ermon reports.
Triple digit temperatures are heading for Southern California this week and Alex Biston takes a look at what people should expect in the coming days with her NEXT Weather Forecast.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
