📰 Diver who freed sharks gets Trump pardon after felony conviction stuns him: ‘My heart sank’
A Florida diver, Tanner Mansell, freed sharks from a longline, not realizing it was part of a legal NOAA shark research operation, leading to a felony charge in 2020. Mansell and John Moore Jr. were later pardoned by President Trump in May 2021. Despite believing they were uncovering a crime, the divers were convicted but avoided prison time, with a minimal restitution order. Mansell expressed regret for not knowing the laws around shark killings and was grateful for the unexpected pardon that restored his rights and allowed him to continue his conservation work. The case gained attention after Judge Barbara Lagoa and the Cato Institute highlighted the divers’ actions, leading to White House involvement and eventual pardon.
Mansell’s experience led to a restored faith in the justice system and a deeper understanding of the complexities between conservation efforts and commercial fishing interests. The pardon allowed him to vote, own firearms, and expedite travel visas for his conservation work. Mansell remains dedicated to shark conservation and hopes his case raises awareness about the challenges faced by those working in environmental protection. His attorney emphasized that the divers’ actions were well-intentioned, and they deserved the presidential pardon they received.
📰 ‘Maryland man,’ accused MS-13 gangbanger, could face death penalty over deadly border disaster: fmr prosecutor
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been indicted on charges of alien smuggling and conspiracy, with the government potentially seeking death penalty-eligible charges if enough evidence is found linking him to an incident that resulted in the deaths of 50 migrants. Abrego Garcia is described as a key figure in a human smuggling ring that operated for nearly a decade, transporting illegal immigrants from various countries to the U.S. for profit. During one trip, a tractor trailer carrying over 150 migrants overturned, leading to the deaths of more than 50 individuals. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Neama Rahmani explained that even if Abrego Garcia was not directly involved in the incident, being a co-conspirator could still make him eligible for the death penalty under federal law. Prosecutors do not need to prove intent to cause harm, but rather show knowledge and intent of the smuggling operation leading to the deaths.
📰 Ex-wife of alleged Gilgo Beach killer still defends him, but daughter says he ‘most likely’ did it
Asa Ellerup, who was married to Rex Heuermann for nearly 30 years, is coming to terms with the fact that he is suspected of being the Gilgo Beach serial killer. Heuermann, a New York City architect, has been charged with killing seven women, most of them sex workers, and dumping their bodies near Gilgo Beach on Long Island. Ellerup filed for divorce in 2023, shortly after Heuermann’s arrest for the murders of three victims. She and her children are now speaking out in a docuseries called “The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets.” Ellerup maintains Heuermann’s innocence, while their daughter, Victoria, believes he is “most likely” the killer based on evidence presented to her.
Despite defending her ex-husband’s innocence, Ellerup’s daughter, Victoria, expressed doubts off-camera and believes Heuermann is likely the Gilgo Beach killer. The family described Heuermann as a loving father and husband, but suspicions arose when he renovated a bathroom during the time one victim went missing. Ellerup is struggling with the weight of the situation and is still reserving judgment pending a trial. The family is planning to move to South Carolina for financial reasons and to protect their assets.
The documentary sheds light on the family’s perspective and the impact of Heuermann’s alleged crimes on their lives. The director hopes for justice for all the victims and acknowledges the devastating effects on both the victims and Heuermann’s family.
📰 Harvard, University of Toronto make contingency plan to allow foreign students to study if barred from US
Harvard University and the University of Toronto have a contingency plan for international Harvard graduate students affected by potential U.S. visa restrictions under the Trump administration. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security sought to terminate Harvard’s ability to enroll international students due to alleged failure to provide requested student visa holders’ records. A federal judge blocked this effort. Harvard Kennedy School students facing U.S. visa challenges can continue studies at the University of Toronto’s Munk School through a visiting student program. The program, combining courses from both schools, aims to provide a world-class public policy education to students unable to enter the U.S. due to visa restrictions. Harvard faces financial challenges, including staff layoffs, due to cuts in federal research funding and other factors.
📰 DHS arrests ‘worst of the worst’ migrants in LA despite rioters, pols pushing back
The article discusses how Los Angeles has become a violent battleground over President Trump’s mass deportation plan, with Homeland Security continuing to remove criminal illegal migrants to protect law-abiding residents. Homeland Security has apprehended over 20 illegal migrants accused of serious crimes like murder, pedophilia, and drug trafficking, amid anti-ICE protests and riots in the city. The arrests included individuals convicted of attempted murder, armed robbery, drug trafficking, and sexual offenses, such as molesting minors. DHS officials criticized politicians who obstruct immigration enforcement and emphasized that the majority of illegal aliens arrested under the Trump administration have criminal records. The large-scale immigration raids led to violent protests, prompting President Trump to deploy the National Guard and Marines to help restore order and support ICE operations.
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