U.S. Intelligence Confirmation: President Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, faced sharp Democratic grilling in a Senate hearing, repeatedly refusing to answer questions about the 2020 election and defending Trump’s pardon of convicted former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández as “absolute.” Immigration Detention Under Fire: Human Rights Watch and the ACLU released a report alleging severe abuse at Camp East Montana in Texas, including excessive force, medical neglect, and coercive removals, based on interviews with detainees. Deportations Hit Honduras Hard: New figures say Trump-era removals are surging, with Honduras among the most affected countries, alongside Mexico and Guatemala. Honduran Deportations by Air: ICE announced deportations to Honduras using military aircraft, framing them as a “whole-government” effort targeting people convicted of crimes. Local Enforcement With 287(g): In Vernon, Texas, a joint operation involving ICE under the 287(g) program led to 13 arrests, including Honduran nationals detained for immigration matters. Garifuna Land Rights Pressure: The National Garifuna Council staged a solidarity protest supporting Garifuna communities in Honduras facing displacement tied to coastal land aggression and tourism pressures. Regional Political Signal: A “Shield of the Americas” statement backed by Honduras and others condemned Colombia’s contested electoral transition, warning against delegitimizing official results.