The ban has been strongly condemned as discriminatory by groups that provide aid and resettlement to refugees, who say it will prevent many people from reuniting with family and jeopardize the safety of those fleeing conflict and persecution in countries such as Afghanistan.

President Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom exchanged words on Monday over protests in Los Angeles over the federal government's immigration raids.

The White House and Republican leaders in Congress are calling for quick passage of the centerpiece of President Trump's legislative agenda.

State AG Rob Bonta accused the federal government of infringing on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s authority as commander-in-chief of the California National Guard.

Tensions are escalating in Los Angeles as protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement grip the city, with demonstrators clashing with law enforcement and setting vehicles on fire downtown.President Donald Trump deployed 2,