Morning Wire Title 42’s Expiration Looms & Alleged Spy Arrest | Afternoon Update | 5.11.23
May 11, 2023
Title 42's expiration is on the horizon, stirring debate over U.S. immigration policies and new directives from the Biden administration. National security is also in focus as a U.S. citizen has been arrested for alleged ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Political reactions are heating up, especially after CNN faced backlash for hosting a controversial town hall. Plus, there are updates on new environmental regulations and health news from the WHO, alongside a scandal involving a community college professor.
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Migrant Release
- The Biden administration will release illegal migrants with minimal processing and little oversight.
- This is due to the surge of illegal immigration prompted by the court-ordered repeal of Title 42.
Alleged Chinese Spy Arrest
- A U.S. citizen was arrested near Boston and charged with acting as a Chinese Communist spy.
- The suspect allegedly communicated with the CCP since 2018 using encrypted apps and phone calls.
CNN Town Hall Backlash
- CNN is facing criticism after hosting a town hall with Donald Trump.
- Left-leaning groups criticized both the platforming of Trump and moderator Caitlin Collins' handling of the event.