CNN 5 Things Monster Melissa, ICE Shake-Up, Biden Autopen Report and more
Oct 28, 2025
Hurricane Melissa has made history as one of the strongest Atlantic storms, wreaking havoc on Jamaica. There's potential upheaval at ICE with reported personnel changes amid pressure for increased arrests. Tensions rise as Israel accuses Hamas of breaching ceasefire agreements related to hostage remains. A stark UN report claims Russia is committing crimes against humanity in Ukraine. Additionally, scrutiny grows over President Biden's use of an autopen, sparking discussions on oversight and transparency.
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Melissa's Unprecedented Strength And Impact
- Hurricane Melissa reached Category 5 strength with 185 mph winds, making it the second-strongest Atlantic hurricane by wind speed.
- The storm has already caused multiple deaths and will isolate communities and destroy infrastructure in Jamaica.
ICE Leadership Under Pressure Over Arrest Targets
- The Trump White House is considering reassigning at least a dozen ICE directors over shortfalls in meeting daily arrest goals.
- Officials set a 3,000 daily arrest target earlier this year that ICE has largely struggled to meet amid resource limits.
Dispute Over Returned Remains Escalates Gaza Tensions
- Israel says remains returned by Hamas did not match any of the 13 hostages still missing and accuses Hamas of violating the ceasefire.
- Hamas counters that Israel obstructed joint searches, claiming it handed over all accessible remains.