CNN 5 Things ACLU Sues Feds, Machado at the WH, NCAA Players Charged and more
Jan 15, 2026
A legal showdown unfolds as the ACLU targets ICE's aggressive tactics, raising questions about civil rights. Meanwhile, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Machado meets with Trump, who hints at support. Internationally, Arab nations work to calm U.S.-Iran tensions amid domestic unrest. On the housing front, mortgage rates drop, potentially easing homebuyers' fears. In a shocking twist in sports, several college players face charges in a betting scandal involving bribery to manipulate game outcomes.
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ACLU Challenges Federal Immigration Tactics
- The ACLU of Minnesota alleges ICE and CBP used suspicionless stops and warrantless arrests against civilians.
- The DHS denies the claims and defends longtime enforcement protocols.
Machado Presents Medal To Trump
- Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Machado met President Trump and presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal.
- Trump has declined to endorse her, saying she lacks support to lead Venezuela.
Regional Diplomacy Eases U.S.-Iran Strain
- Arab nations helped ease U.S.-Iran tensions after intense diplomacy over 72 hours.
- Some Iranians still brace for possible U.S. action despite daily life returning to normal in Tehran.