Billal Rahman
Live News Reporter
Billal Rahman is a Live News reporter based in London, U.K. He specializes in foreign affairs and U.S. politics. He joined Newsweek in 2024 from The Independent. He has covered the British Post Office scandal and the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Originally from Glasgow, he studied Journalism in Edinburgh and then worked for STV News before moving to London in 2022. You can contact Billal at b.rahman@newsweek.com.
Texas border to get $264 million overhaul
The crossing is expected to improve border security and immigration enforcement by expanding inspection capabilities and streamlining operations.
Hunter Biden China photos emerge after Joe Biden pardons son
The images appear to show Vice President Biden introducing Hunter to President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China.
US Air Force is changing its F-16s: What to know
F-16s have been supplied to Ukraine and the jet is widely used by air forces across the globe, including those of NATO states such as Greece, Poland and Turkey.
Texas man accused of smuggling 100 migrants in a locked trailer
The suspect faces a three-count indictment for conspiracy for transporting an undocumented migrant for financial gain.
US immigrants issued advice ahead of potential mass deportations
Immigration advocates are mobilizing nationwide to prepare migrant communities for Donald Trump's return to the White House.
Ted Cruz pledges major crackdown at Texas border
"If you're a Venezuelan gang member, pack your bags because you're getting the hell out," Ted Cruz told Newsweek.
Donald Trump 'looking at' Title 42 executive order on day one
President-elect Donald Trump is considering an executive order limiting asylum, according to his incoming White House press secretary.
DHS says children being trafficked "outside" its responsibility
ICE failed to monitor more than 30,000 unaccompanied migrant children after their release from government custody, according to an audit.
Donald Trump moves to stop border wall sell-off
President-elect has taken legal action to stop the Biden administration from disposing of unused border wall materials.
Canada announces $1.3 billion border security plan amid Trump tariff threat
The funding is designed to bolster security infrastructure, including the installation of advanced technology, and the hiring of additional personnel.
Mexico prepares for mass deportations from US
Trump has pledged to implement a slew of hardline immigration policies, including mass deportations.
Tom Homan discusses moving migrants into rich liberal neighborhoods
On his X show Wednesday night, Tucker Carlson asked Tom Homan: "Is there any way to move millions of Haitians into rich, white, liberal neighborhoods?"
Eric Adams is "kissing Donald Trump's ring" — New York Democrat
Assembly member Jessica González-Rojas launched a scathing attack on Mayor Eric Adams over his meeting with Donald Trump's border czar.
US denies "open border" as migrants rush from Mexico
A Texas Border Patrol agent has refuted social media rumors suggesting that sections of the southwest border will be open.
Texas moves to stop border wall auction
Ken Paxton said he took action "following reports that the Biden Administration is illegally selling segments of the border wall."
Tom Homan doesn't think birthright citizenship is enshrined in constitution
Homan expressed skepticism about whether the principle of granting citizenship to individuals born on U.S. soil is protected under the Constitution.
Jocelyn Nungaray's accused killers might face death penalty
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said on Fox & Friends on Friday that her office is pursuing the death penalty.
Sanctuary cities could be banned under Republican proposal
Youngkin also threatened to cut state funding if counties obstruct ICE efforts or adopt "sanctuary city" policies could face state funding cuts.
Donald Trump considers detention camps for immigrants: 'Whatever it takes'
Trump addresses the challenges of detaining large numbers of undocumented immigrants before their removal from the country.
New Mexico governor refuses National Guard deployment for mass deportations
Michelle Lujan Grisham told Newsweek she opposes mass deportations but is willing to work with the federal government to fight immigration-linked criminality.
Trump's mass deportation plan under Tom Homan might face roadblock
President-elect Donald Trump's controversial mass deportation plan under Tom Homan may face obstacles.
Churches will no longer provide sanctuary for migrants under Trump
Trump plans to rescind the policy on 'Day 1' of his second term.
Inside SCI Huntingdon Prison, where Luigi Mangione is being held
"He is in SCI Huntingdon and there are other inmates in the housing unit," the PA Department of Corrections told Newsweek.
Tom Homan outlines how Texas ranch will be used for mass deportations
The plan sees land used as a location to detain undocumented migrants for processing before deportation to their home countries.
California's "super sanctuary" refuses to help ICE with mass deportations
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has voted to prohibit the use of its resources to aid federal agents with deportations.
Millions of Texans face property damage as temperatures plummet
The NWS has issued frost warnings, cautioning Texans that the extreme conditions could "damage unprotected outdoor plumbing."
Fact Check: Did Trump deport more migrants than Biden?
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham said Tuesday that deportations had plummeted under President Biden.
Luigi Mangione may have left subtle clue with Pokémon pic
Social media users have pointed out the connection between the suspect and 286.
China will cooperate with Trump over mass deportations
China has confirmed that it will cooperate with the United States on President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation policy.
Luigi Mangione gains hundreds of thousands of followers after arrest
Mangione's social media following has exploded after being charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
