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Trump Two: Six Months In

Donald Trump’s second administration is rapidly reshaping immigration enforcement and criminal justice. This series from July 2025 examines the impact — from an explosion in the number of people in detention to the revival of the federal death penalty. For more, see our coverage on Trump’s first and second terms.

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Galvanized by Trump, These States Are Passing Harsh New Laws Against Immigrants
The policies create new restrictions for immigrants and people who support them — including reviving measures previously rejected by courts.
A photo shows a crowd of mostly Latino people of different ages holding signs and wearing shirts against HB-56.
A collage illustration shows images of the city of St. Louis, a river, three silhouettes, barbed wire, and a pathway surrounded by foliage.
St. Louis July 22
Immigrant Family Hides for Their Lives in St. Louis as ICE Crackdown Intensifies
They say returning to Guatemala isn’t an option — even if they are forced to.
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