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Federal Appeals Court Maintains Block on Illinois National Guard Deployment Amid Legal Challenge

A federal appeals court has declined to lift a temporary restraining order blocking National Guard deployment in Illinois. The ruling maintains the status quo while courts consider whether immigration protests justify military intervention under federal authority.

Appeals Court Denies Emergency Deployment Request

A federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration’s emergency request to allow National Guard deployment in Illinois while it considers the constitutional questions surrounding domestic military use, according to reports from Reuters. The decision maintains a temporary restraining order originally issued by U.S. District Judge April Perry in Chicago on October 9.

by Gabriel Novak
Arts and EntertainmentBusiness Acquisition

PlayStation 30th Anniversary Concert Faces European Cancellations Following US Tour Changes

PlayStation: The Concert’s European leg faces significant venue cancellations across Germany, Belgium, and Switzerland according to recent reports. The official 30th anniversary music event continues to encounter scheduling challenges following earlier US tour date removals.

European Tour Dates Cancelled Amid Scheduling Changes

PlayStation: The Concert, the official music event celebrating the brand’s 30th anniversary, is facing substantial challenges with its European tour dates according to recent venue announcements. Multiple European venues have either cancelled scheduled performances or removed the event from their official listings for 2026.

by Aaron Blake
CybersecurityEnergy Policy

Facebook Removes Chicago ICE Monitoring Group Amid Doxing Allegations

Facebook has removed a Chicago-area group dedicated to tracking ICE operations following allegations of doxing law enforcement personnel. The group, which had approximately 76,000 members, was suspended amid growing tensions over immigration enforcement in the Chicago region. Sources indicate the action was taken following reports of policy violations regarding law enforcement safety.

Facebook Group Removal Sparks Immigration Enforcement Debate

Meta Platforms has removed a popular Chicago-area Facebook group dedicated to tracking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, according to reports from multiple news outlets. The group, identified by the Chicago Sun-Times as “ICE Sighting – Chicagoland” with approximately 76,000 members, was taken down following allegations of doxing ICE personnel. Sources indicate the removal was based on violations of Facebook policies regarding law enforcement safety.

by Aaron Blake
Assistive TechnologyEnergy Policy

Meta Removes Facebook Group Tracking ICE Agents Following DOJ Intervention

Following pressure from the Department of Justice, Meta has removed a Facebook group accused of doxing ICE agents in Chicago. The social media company cited policy violations against coordinated harm while ICE faces scrutiny over agent identification protocols in the region.

In a significant content moderation decision, Meta Platforms has removed a Facebook group dedicated to tracking US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents operating in Chicago. The action came following intervention from the United States Department of Justice, highlighting the ongoing tension between law enforcement concerns and online activism.

DOJ Intervention and Official Statements

by Gabriel Novak
Assistive TechnologyEnergy Policy

Meta Removes Facebook Group Targeting ICE Agents Following DOJ Pressure

Following pressure from the Department of Justice, Meta has removed a Facebook group allegedly used to target ICE agents in Chicago. The company confirmed the group violated policies against coordinated harm while ICE faces scrutiny over unidentified operations.

In a significant content moderation decision, Meta has removed a Facebook group that was allegedly being used to track and target US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents operating in Chicago. The action came after the Department of Justice contacted the social media company about the group’s activities, highlighting ongoing tensions between law enforcement and online activism.

DOJ Intervention and Official Statements

by Gabriel Novak
Economy and TradingEnergy Policy

Federal Reserve October Rate Cut Expected as FOMC Weighs Economic Risks

The Federal Open Market Committee is widely expected to cut interest rates on October 29, with market indicators showing a 97% probability. The Fed faces balancing inflation concerns against emerging employment risks amid economic uncertainty.

Federal Reserve interest rate cuts are overwhelmingly anticipated when the Federal Open Market Committee meets on October 29, with market indicators pointing toward the first reduction in over a year. According to the CME FedWatch Tool which projects the chance of a cut at 97% based on fixed income markets, policymakers are likely to lower the federal funds rate below 4% amid growing concerns about economic softening. This anticipated move represents a significant shift in the Fed’s approach as it navigates competing economic pressures.

Market Expectations for October Rate Decision

by Aaron Blake