The Department of Homeland Security on Monday shot back at criticism of immigration enforcement from celebrity artists at the 2026 Grammy Awards.   “It’s gross Hollywood would choose to demonize our law enforcement as they are putting their lives on the line to arrest murderers, pedophiles, rapists, kidnappers, and robbers from our communities,” Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin told The Daily Signal.   The 68th annual Grammy Awards ceremony took on a political tone Sunday night as celebrities like Justin Bieber and Kehlani protested Immigration and Customs Enforcement by sporting “ICE Out” pins on the red carpet. Rapper Bad Bunny repeated the sentiment on stage.   “Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say, ICE out,” Bad Bunny, who’s real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, said while accepting the award for Best Música Urbana Album. “We’re not savages, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens, we are humans, and we are Americans,” the Grammy winner, who is from Puerto Rico, added to a loud applause.   Bad Bunny also won Album of the Year at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles, and is scheduled to headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 8.   Bad Bunny condemns ICE during his #GRAMMYs speech for Best Música Urbana Album“Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say, ICE out. We’re not savages, we’re not animals, we are humans and we are Americans.” pic.twitter.com/BHjKyZXrDN— infolky (@infolky) February 2, 2026 Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish won Song of the Year and also used her acceptance speech to speak out against immigration enforcement.   “Nobody is illegal on stolen land,” Eilish said, adding, “f— ICE.”   Billie Eilish at the Grammys: “Nobody is illegal on stolen land. We need to keep fighting and speaking up. Our voices do matter… F*ck ICE.” If you hate America so much, then please leave! pic.twitter.com/czZ4eh4AAP— RedWave Press (@RedWave_Press) February 2, 2026 In response, McLaughlin said, “This type of garbage is contributing to our officers facing a 3,200% increase in vehicle attacks, 1,300% increase in assaults against them, and an 8000% increase in death threats.” The criticism comes after a Border Patrol agent shot and killed Alex Pretti, 37, on Jan. 24, and an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good, also 37, on Jan. 7 amid anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis. Both incidents are under investigation.   Despite opposition, DHS continued its operation in Minneapolis over the weekend.   “While Hollywood celebrities embarrassed themselves trying to drum up hatred of ICE officers from the Grammys, DHS law enforcement was hard at work arresting sex offenders, child abusers, and criminals convicted of assault in Minnesota,” McLaughlin said.   Recent ICE arrests in Minneapolis include Vong Som, Houa Xiong, Ze Ger Vue, Lor Thor, and Fong Vang – all illegal aliens from Laos with criminal convictions that include terror threats, sexual assault, obstructing police, weapons possession, and receiving stolen property.  Five criminal illegal aliens from Laos taken into custody over the weekend, according to DHS. (DHS) ICE also arrested Charanjit Singh, who is from India and has been convicted of cruelty toward a child, drug possession, and flight to avoid prosecution.  Guatemalan Baltazar Camposeco-Ros has a criminal record that includes domestic assault and a domestic abuse–violation.   Minh Tien Quach is from Vietnam and has been convicted of robbery, possession of a firearm and drug trafficking. Ernesto Alexander Dominguez-Cruz is from El Salvador and has been convicted of multiple crimes, including assault.   Minh Tien Quach (R), and Ernesto Alexander Dominguez-Cruz (L). (DHS) “We need Minnesota sanctuary politicians to let us into their jails to arrest these vicious criminals instead of releasing them and allowing them to create more victims,” McLaughlin said, adding that DHS has filed over 1,360 detailers for “criminals in Minnesota jails.”   “We are once again calling on Minnesota’s sanctuary politicians to commit to turning these criminals over to ICE,” she continued.   Minnesota is a sanctuary state, according to the Department of Justice, meaning state and local law enforcement are restricted in the extent they can cooperate with federal immigration officials.   The Minnesota state prison system does honor ICE detainers, according to Homan.   Homan met with Minneapolis Attorney General Keith Ellison last week and Ellison, according to Homan, says county jails are allowed to “notify ICE of the release dates of criminal public safety risks, so ICE can take custody of them upon the release from the jail.”  Homan says a reduction of federal immigration officials in Minneapolis is dependent upon state and local officials cooperating with ICE. The post EXCLUSIVE: DHS Slams Hollywood Over ‘Gross’ ICE Rhetoric at Grammys  appeared first on The Daily Signal.

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UFC London finally has a main event. The promotion officially announced on Monday that unbeaten featherweights Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy meet in the headliner of the March 21 event, which takes place at O2 Arena, and streams exclusively on Paramount+ in the United States. Evloev returns to action for the first time since defeating Aljamain Sterling at UFC 310 in December 2024, while Murphy is coming off of a Knockout of the Year contender stoppage of Aaron Pico at UFC 319 this past August. The winner of this bout likely will face champion Alexander Volkanovski next, who just dominated Diego Lopes for the second consecutive time in the main event of UFC 325 this past Saturday. In the co-main event of the promotion’s return to the U.K., Luke Riley, longtime teammate of Paddy Pimblett, faces Michael Aswell in a lightweight contest, while Michael Page makes his return to welterweight to face Sam Patterson in the featured bout. The rest of the main card will see Iwo Baraniewski facing Austen Lane — who makes the move down to 205 — in a light heavyweight bout, Roman Dolidze vs. Christian Leroy Duncan in a middleweight contest, and a 145-pound matchup between Danny Silva and Kurtis Campbell. READ MORE Movsar Evloev vs. Lerone Murphy headlines UFC London PAGANS MC EXPOSED RAT IN THEIR MIST Top 10 reasons you love riding a motorcycle Here is your biker news wrap-up for the week of January 24th to January 31st, 2026. Pagans MC Shootout TWO Bystanders Hit

Turning Point USA unveiled its lineup for an alternative Super Bowl halftime show to compete with Bad Bunny’s performance. “The All-American Halftime Show” lineup features Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett. THE LINEUP FOR THE ALL-AMERICAN HALFTIME SHOW IS HERE! Watch Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett THIS SUNDAY pic.twitter.com/xwurEhdB13 — Turning Point USA (@TPUSA) February 2, 2026 “We’re approaching this show like David and Goliath,” Kid Rock said in a statement, according to Fox News. “Competing with the pro football machine and a global pop superstar is almost impossible…or is it?” he added. BREAKING: Turning Point USA to host 'All-American Halftime Show' on Super Bowl Sunday featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice and more, airing opposite Bad Bunny https://t.co/SamSMDWY13 — Fox News (@FoxNews) February 2, 2026 Fox News shared further: The concert will air opposite the NFL’s official halftime show, headlined by Latin music star Bad Bunny – a selection that has sparked backlash from some conservatives. “He’s said he’s having a dance party, wearing a dress, and singing in Spanish? Cool. We plan to play great songs for folks who love America,” Rock said. Turning Point USA spokesman Andrew Kolvet told Fox News Digital the alternative broadcast is intended to provide families with another viewing option. And unlike a massive stadium show where the action can feel distant, this will be an immersive, high-energy experience that “lets the viewer up close and personal,” Kolvet said. “‘The All-American Halftime Show’ is an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family, and freedom,” Kolvet said. “… We can’t wait to watch the incredible show they’re about to put on. We know millions around the country will be watching too.” The Super Bowl, set for Feb. 8, will feature the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks, with Bad Bunny headlining the official halftime performance – a choice that has continued to draw criticism, including from President Donald Trump. Bad Bunny spoke critically of ICE at the Grammy Awards on Sunday night, saying “ICE out.” “We are not savage, we are not animals, we are not aliens, we are humans and we are Americans,” he continued. “The hate gets more powerful with more hate. The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love. So, please, we need to be different,” he added. Footage below: Bad Bunny says "ICE OUT" at the #Grammys and receives a massive standing ovation: "We are not savage, we are not animals, we are not aliens, we are humans and we are Americans. The hate gets more powerful with more hate. The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.… pic.twitter.com/IFzvguqdCR — Variety (@Variety) February 2, 2026 NBC News has more: The Grammy Awards in Los Angeles proved to be a political hot spot, with at least a dozen artists — including Billie Eilish and Olivia Dean — making some form of statement against the Trump administration’s immigration operations across the country. Justin and Hailey Bieber, Carole King, Teddy Swims, Joni Mitchell, Finneas, Eilish, Samara Joy, Lachi and Kehlani all wore pins that read “ICE OUT.” Bon Iver wore a bright orange whistle on his lapel to honor “observers” in Minneapolis, who he said patrol the streets and blow their whistles when Immigration and Customs Enforcement is near to protect their neighbors and communities.

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Journalist Michael Shellenberger, who writes on Substack at Public, posted an article today about a compromised congressional commission that is undermining Trump’s Ukraine peace efforts. That is according to a whistleblower named Steven Schrage. He said that Senator Roger Wicker, who is chairman of the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee, immediately dismissed Trump’s efforts at […] The post The Scandalous Commission Undermining Trump’s Peace Efforts appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.