Keeping Up With America

Immigration enforcement operations underway in cities across the U.S.: Immigration enforcement operations unfolded across multiple cities Sunday, marking what President Donald Trump has called the beginning of an era of mass deportations that would primarily target migrants with criminal backgrounds but in which concerns remain that migrants with no criminal histories will be swept up, as well.

Much-needed rain falls on parched Southern California, Southwest U.S.: After weeks of dry weather that contributed to the spread numerous deadly wildfires in the Los Angeles area, Southern California is finally getting some rain thanks to a slow-moving low-pressure system that will linger over the Southwest, bringing showers through the beginning of the week.

Sen. Lindsey Graham says he thinks Trump pardoning violent Jan. 6 defendants was 'a mistake': Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Sunday said he believes it was “a mistake” for President Donald Trump to pardon those who were convicted of violent crimes or pleaded guilty to committing violent crimes during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol.

Coffee, crude oil, cut flowers: The Colombian goods you may be paying more for under Trump’s tariffs: President Donald Trump’s newly announced tariffs on goods from Colombia could drive up the price of some items Americans buy every day. Trump said in a social media post Sunday that he would immediately impose a blanket 25% tariff on all goods coming into the U.S. from Colombia, among other sanctions. The announcement came after Colombia rebuffed a U.S. military flight of deported migrants. Trump also said that the tariffs would soar to 50% in a week.

Sen. Adam Schiff says Trump 'broke the law' by firing 18 inspectors general: Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on Sunday blasted President Donald Trump for his decision to fire 18 inspectors general late Friday night and accused the president of breaking the law. “To write off this clear violation of law by saying, ‘Well,’ that ‘technically, he broke law.’ Yeah, he broke the law,” Schiff told NBC News’ “Meet the Press.”

Around the World

Trump says he wants to 'clean out' Gaza and move Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt: President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has asked the king of Jordan to take in more Palestinians, adding that Palestinians should leave the Gaza Strip to “clean out” the enclave.

Qatar says deal is in place to release Israeli hostage and allow Palestinians into northern Gaza: Qatar announced early Monday that an agreement has been reached to release an Israeli civilian hostage and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza, easing the first major crisis of the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

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Social Security benefits increased by 2.5% in 2025. Why retirees may feel it’s not enough: Millions of Social Security beneficiaries have now received their first benefit checks for 2025. The new 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment — which adds $50 per month to retirement benefits on average — marks the lowest increase since 2021, when inflation spiked shortly thereafter.

You Can Tap Into Your Retirement Savings Early for Disaster Relief -- but Should You? | Kailey Hagen, Fool. The California wildfires have devastated families, businesses, and entire communities. A recent analysis suggests that initial property losses from the fires could be as much as $45 billion. Insurance will cover some of those losses, but many will face high out-of-pocket costs with no obvious place to turn.

How much of your paycheck should you save?: Whether it's a small emergency like a flat tire or a major one like traveling to care for an ill family member, life will inevitably throw some financial hurdles your way. Building an emergency fund and setting aside money for the future is critical, but how much of your paycheck should you save? In general, experts recommend setting aside 20% of your income. If that percentage sounds impossible, there are some strategies you can use to find extra cash to build a sufficient safety net.

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