BREAKING UPDATE: One of the ringleaders of Tren de Aragua involved in the Aurora apartment takeovers was apprehended by ICE in New York City.

Heavily armed DEA agents and Homeland Security officers executed a surprise raid early this morning in a Bronx apartment, capturing him.

WATCH: A multi-hour search ended in an officer-involved shooting leaving multiple people injured, 2 dead and part of I-275 in Tampa, Florida shut down for hours.

Read more: https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/suspect-killed-by-tampa-police-after-deadly-hit-and-runs/67-64180009-3e0b-4245-821d-74a6323e99df

As LA firestorm survivors grieve the loss of their homes and livelihoods, the last thing they need is greedy real estate speculators profiting off their pain.

As Magic Johnson says, this is your land — and you know what it's worth.

Governor Newsom

Thanks for the ride Mr. Vice President!

"As an appropriator on the House Appropriations Committee, I am going to do everything that I can to guarantee President Trump has all the resources he needs to continue these mass deportations."

— West Virginia Rep. Riley Moore

JUST IN: Karoline Leavitt is asked by a reporter how many of the illegal aliens arrested by ICE in recent days are criminals?

“All of them,” Leavitt said, adding that they all crossed the border illegally.

Also said Trump will cut funding to NGOs that assist illegal aliens.

NEW: A group of suspects impersonating police officers were busted by actual cops in Fresno, California.

BREAKING! Feds uncover a $200 million smuggling operation tied to China, using the Ports of LA.

Federal investigators found $200 million in counterfeit and/or "dangerous" goods during a smuggling bust at the LA ports.

Read more: https://www.foxla.com/news/la-ports-smuggling-bust-feds-arrest-8-suspected-smuggling-200m-chinese-goods

Thurston County sheriff's deputies had to use a Grappler and two PIT maneuvers to stop a driver in a stolen SUV who took a swig of vodka before surrendering at the end of the chase.

https://bit.ly/3CrO0nc

Get yourself a souvenir before they're gone 🤬

NEW: Homelessness among children in Los Angeles County rose between 2023 and 2024, a concerning issue that's only become more pressing -- devastating wildfires which have worsened LA's housing crisis even further by displacing thousands in the region.

Karoline Leavitt gives an update on the drones spotted in New Jersey. Turns out, it was FAA-approved flights and hobbyist drones, plus unusual public enthusiasm getting carried away.

(Okay, I'll admit it, Blake was right about this one. IYKYK)

PCH UPDATE: Per multiple law enforcement sources and city officials:

The most *optimistic* scenario for PCH to open is 3-6 weeks. Most officials will not even commit to that timeframe.

When it opens, it will be one lane in each direction for a very long time.

Cece Woods

Los Angeles: After extensive coverage highlighting the crime and drug use that plagued the area surrounding MacArthur park, the city has finally begun cleaning it up.

For the first time in years, the area around the Yoshinoya located at Wilshire and Alvarado wasn’t host to a throng of homeless drug users.

Fencing was placed along the sidewalks to prevent drug and paraphernalia dealers from setting up shop while police continued to heavily patrol the area. Graffiti removal and sidewalk/street cleaning will continue nightly we’re told.

Proof that when we demand accountability, change is possible! 🧢

After the J6 Select Committee show hearings, perhaps the American people will finally get the real truth of what happened on Jan. 6, 2021, and who is to blame for the intelligence and security failures that led to the incident.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/speaker-johnson-forms-new-subcommitee-to-examine-intelligence-security-failures-that-led-to-jan-6-2021-capitol-siege

ICYMI: This week, CHP made headlines! Highlights include:

• Special Response Team aids wildfire recovery

• 106 new officers sworn in 👮‍♂️

• K-9 sergeant seizes 17 lbs. of cocaine

• 19 arrested in retail theft blitz

• Helicopter rescues family of 7 🚁

Also on IG & Facebook.

CHP Headquarters

Today, I met with leaders of Kehillat Israel, a synagogue in Pacific Palisades that still stands after the fire.

At a nearby synagogue, it was an honor to see this community's resilience & strength firsthand. The Palisades will build back stronger with KI as a leader.

Governor Newsom

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

JUST IN: The new Border Patrol chief responds after agents were shot at by presumed cartel members yesterday in Texas.

"Yesterday, two cross-border shootings highlighted the escalating threats our agents face from criminal organizations. Despite these dangers, our agents and officers remain unwavering in their dedication to safeguarding our nation. As we strengthen border security and disrupt cartel operations, it’s imperative to recognize the increasing risks they confront and to support measures that ensure their safety and success."

Chief Michael W. Banks