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ICE officers have been assisting TSA agents by"checking identification" and"plugging other security holes," allowing remaining TSA workers to focus on tasks that require more training, such as monitoring machines that examine luggage, according to Homan.
led to a DHS shutdown. More than 480 TSA workers have quit, according to TSA Acting Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill. She told lawmakerslast Wednesday that worker absences were as high as 40% at some airports. That has led to long wait times for passengers at security checkpoints."I was in Houston — wait lines decreased in about half. We got additional agents going to Baltimore yesterday, to bring those lines down," Homan told CNN.Sunday afternoon said wait times had improved since Saturday but remained longer than normal. At George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, security wait times were under two hours Sunday. But the airport As for when permanent funding for DHS can be reached, that remains unclear. Negotiations in Congress remain stalled as lawmakers left Washington for a planned recess. The Senate returns April 13. The House is back on April 14.The decision, not expected for months, could reshape what had been a longtime, constitutionally enshrined practice that has been challenged by the Trump administration.Public opinion on the issue is complicated. Americans are heavily in favor of granting citizenship to children born to parents who were also born in the U.S. — or to those who immigrated to the U.S. legally. But they are split on — or much less in support of — automatic citizenship for children born to parents who immigratedThe decision, not expected for months, could reshape what had been a longtime, constitutionally enshrined practice that has been challenged by the Trump administration. Public opinion on the issue is complicated. Americans are heavily in favor of granting citizenship to children born to parents who were also born in the U.S. — or to those who immigrated to the U.S. legally. But they are split on — or much less in support of — automatic citizenship for children born to parents who immigratedIn the United States, birthright citizenship became part of the Constitution in 1868 as an effort to protect recently freed slaves. "All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside."Aimed at immigrants who cross the border illegally, the Trump administration argues that the Constitution's clause is outdated and has been abused.Public opinion is nuanced on birthright citizenship and can depend on how pollsters ask the question., people largely say they are supportive. But that support begins to crumble when respondents are asked about the parents' legal status — with significant divisions by party, race, age and how they get their information.But both showed higher support than other surveys, and both mentioned in their questions that the right is found in the U.S. Constitution.showed that more than 9 in 10 support birthright citizenship for those born to parents who immigrated to the U.S. legally, but — by a 50%-49% margin — were divided on giving it to those born to parents who are in the country illegally. had 51% in favor with 39% opposed. But that dropped considerably for those not in the country legally. Just 31% said they were in favor of granting citizenship to babies of people who are"undocumented," as the survey put it, and only 25% for tourists visiting the U.S. Many polls fairly consistently show majorities of Democrats, Latinos, Black Americans and those who are younger are in favor of birthright citizenship, while majorities of Republicans, especially white Republicans, are against. For example, Pew found three-quarters of Democrats in support of granting citizenship to children of those who immigrated illegally, but only a quarter of Republicans supported it. There is a split among Republicans, though. Only 18% of white Republicans are in favor, but 55% of Republican Hispanics are in favor. By race regardless of political party, Pew found three-quarters of Latinos and 61% of Black Americans were in favor of birthright citizenship for those whose parents immigrated illegally, but only 48% of Asian Americans and 42% of whites were. CHIP50, similarly, found 8 in 10 Democrats support birthright citizenship"regardless of their parents' immigration status," but only 39% of Republicans in favor. Those under 50 were in favor of birthright citizenship if the parents"immigrated illegally" by a 58%-41% margin, according to Pew. But almost 6 in 10 of those 50 or older were against it. There was also a divide depending on how long the respondent has been in the United States. Two-thirds of second-generation Americans in Pew's polling were in favor. But 55% of those who are third generation or higher were against it. PRRI found a big divide by how information is consumed, too. In that survey, 80% or more of those who most trust newspapers or mainstream TV news were in support of birthright citizenship,"regardless of their parents' citizenship status." But only 41% of those who trust Fox News support birthright citizenship, and an even lower number of those who prefer outlets that are considered even further to the right did, too.A banner for last year's Nowruz celebration at UCLA. This year's celebration was canceled out of respect for the thousands killed this year in Iran.In Southern California — home to the largest Persian community outside of Iran — the annual festivities for Nowruz, the Persian New Year, have been overshadowed by, and in some cases, canceled because of the ongoing war in Iran.Nowruz coincides with the Spring Equinox and celebrates life, the beginning of spring, and the triumph of light over darkness. The celebrations typically last 13 days.Some Nowruz celebrations have been canceled. But others are still taking place, including an April 4 performance by the Pacific Symphony and guest Iranian musicians and artists. Shardad Rohani, former music director of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra, said it’s important to emphasize the holiday’s message of hope. “Without hope, there is really no future,” he said. “So we are really not a hundred percent in the mood of celebration, but we are hopeful.” In Southern California — home to the largest Persian community outside of Iran — the annual festivities for Nowruz, the Persian New Year, have been muted by the ongoing war in Iran. Nowruz coincides with the Spring Equinox and celebrates life, the beginning of spring, and the triumph of light over darkness. The celebrations typically last 13 days., which promotes Iranian arts and culture, canceled its 16th annual Nowruz event at UCLA this year. “It just was not something that was appropriate when so many Iranians are mourning the terrible loss of life in Iran,” said Alireza Ardekani, the foundation’s CEO.Some Nowruz celebrations are still taking place, including an April 4 performance by the Pacific Symphony and guest Iranian musicians and artists. Shardad Rohani, former music director of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra, said it’s important to emphasize the holiday’s message of hope. “Without hope, there is really no future,” he said. “So we are really not a hundred percent in the mood of celebration, but we are hopeful.” If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less.A trans comedy fest, delish Passover treats, a TreePeople exhibit and more of the best things to do this week.Tuesday is International Trans Day of Visibility, and what better way to mark the occasion than with some joy, namely L.A.’s trans theatre and comedy festival, “The Joy Who Lived.” Back for its second year with more than 30 shows, readings and workshops by trans and nonbinary artists, the festival opens with comedy-variety show Make sure to catch this first institutional show at LMU’s museum highlighting the work of L.A. muralist Noni Olabisi before it’s gone. The show features 40 pieces made from 1984 to 2022; Olabisi died unexpectedly in 2022, and her works were added to thepick up the two best Passover foods — matzo ball soup and chocolate-dipped macaroons — at all Superba locations. They are available for pre-order and pickup through April 9 at all locations.I went to a fantastic art talk with Cole Case and Shana Nys Dambrot last week, where Case talked about his paintings of the ongoing immigration protests in Los Angeles, which have deep art history references — and even some fun local news ones. Check out the powerful exhibit atrecommends going back to school with indie star Mitski, who’s playing the Hollywood High auditorium. She’ll also be there Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday, K-pop star Jackson Wang plays the Forum, indie torch singer Goldie Boutilier is at the Belasco, rising pop singer Sarah Kinsley is at the Fonda, and veteran Welsh noise-rockers McLusky play the Regent. On Wednesday, singer-songwriter Ricky Montgomery plays the Wiltern, and on Thursday, Philly emo bandThe alternative title for this comedy hit that sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe is, so I think you can see where this is going. Rom-com fans will get every nuanced joke in this feminist parody take on your favorite escapist movies with Kerry Ipema institutional show highlighting the work of L.A. muralist Noni Olabisi before it’s gone. Olabisi portrayed Black Americans with a truthful eye and examined the history of racism, particularly in her large-scale murals, including “Freedom Won’t Wait” , painted following the L.A. uprising after the Rodney King trial, and “To Protect and Serve” , which portrayed a history of the Black Panther Party and police brutality. The show features 40 pieces made from 1984 to 2022; Olabisi died unexpectedly in 2022, and her works were added to theMacArthur “Genius” Mary Halvorson brings her new jazz quartet project, CANIS MAJOR, to the Getty for a free concert that explores sound in a unique way. She's known for “crystalline single-note lines that seem to ‘bend’ time, kaleidoscopic harmonic turns, and an innovative use of effects — especially subtle pitch-shifting and delay — that expands the guitar into something orchestral and uncanny.”Whether you’re having a seder or not, pick up the two best Passover foods — matzo ball soup and chocolate-dipped macaroons — at all Superba locations. They are available for pre-order and pickup through April 9 at all locations.The Ravi Shankar Ensemble’s tour launches at the Alex Theatre with the ethereal sounds of world-class musicians celebrating the legendary sitarist's legacy. The evening will blend traditional sitar and tabla rhythms with contemporary arrangements; it’s a great introduction to the sounds that inspired everyone from the Beatles to John Coltrane and many more.Tuesday is International Trans Day of Visibility, and what better way to mark the occasion than with some joy, namely L.A.’s trans theater and comedy festival,? Back for its second year with more than 30 shows, readings and workshops by trans and nonbinary artists, the festival opens with comedy-variety showProtesters march along Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, California for the third wave of nationwide No Kings protests on March 28, 2026.Demonstrators took to the streets on Saturday in a number of communities across the L.A. region for the latest No Kings protests.: Organizers with No Kings say they were protesting"federal overreach" of the Trump administration and expected yesterday's nationwide day of action to be their largest single-day nationwide protest yet.: No Kings protests previously took place in June and in October last year; organizers say each protest brought out millions of people.Demonstrators took to the streets on Saturday in a number of communities across the L.A. region for the latest No Kings protests. In Pasadena, hundreds of demonstrators started their march at Pasadena City College in the morning, which ended with a rally at Pasadena City Hall. The energy was joyous, as a large truck with live musicians led people in protest. Many participants said they thought it was important to show up to voice their opposition against the actions of the federal government.“Especially things like taking away rights from trans people and sending people to ICE detention,” said Tatiana Becker of Pasadena, who now lives in London, England. “This country is not one that I recognize, and I remain an American voter, an American taxpayer." Before the start of the march, organizers stressed the importance of a nonviolent demonstration. Students, seniors, parents with their children and pets cheered as drivers along Colorado Boulevard honked in support. “We're here to voice our opinion, and provide numbers," South Pasadena resident Irene Barry said."We just need to come out in numbers, make sure everybody knows that most people aren't happy with the situation."Meanwhile, in Downtown L.A., between 50,000 and 100,000 people were expected in what No Kings organizers said was one of the largest demonstrations in the region. Protesters met at Gloria Molina Grand Park and City Hall beginning at 2 p.m., with a march scheduled to loop back to the same location. As the evening went on, some protesters continued to the Metropolitan Detention Center on Alameda, between Aliso and Temple. LAPD officials issued a dispersal order around 5:30 p.m. in that area, warning protesters to leave or be arrested. Less-than-lethal weapons were deployed. An LAPD spokesperson told LAist they made a total of 75 arrests — including eight minors — with no reported injuries among those taken into custody.
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