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Immigration officials confirm that Paul Pelosi attacker is Canadian illegal immigrant

by Rachel Schilke, Breaking News Reporter |

November 03, 2022 08:14 AM

Immigration officials have confirmed that the attacker of Paul Pelosi is an illegal immigrant and faces possible deportation after federal and state criminal cases are resolved.

The Department of Homeland Security told the Washington Post in an emailed statement on Wednesday that David DePape, 42, is an illegal immigrant from Canada.

“U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an immigration detainer on Canadian national David DePape with San Francisco County Jail, Nov. 1, following his Oct. 28 arrest,” DHS officials said in the email.

Detainers are sent to local and state law enforcement by ICE, which is under DHS, asking them to notify the agency when they plan on releasing someone who could be deported. This is a civil proceeding, which usually takes place after criminal cases are resolved, but immigrants can be detained after posting bail, per the Washington Post.

Federal records indicated that DePape crossed the Mexico border legally into the United States in March 2008. DHS said he was admitted as a temporary visitor traveling for pleasure, which usually allows a person to stay for six months. The department did not say when the temporary visitor permission to stay expired.

The Canadian government confirmed to the Washington Post that it is engaging with local authorities on the investigation.

DePape is facing both federal and state charges for his attack on Pelosi, husband to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA). He is charged with a slew of state felony charges, including attempted murder, residential burglary, assault with a deadly weapon, elder abuse, false imprisonment of an elder, and threats to a public official. He pleaded not guilty in his court appearance on Tuesday.

Federal prosecutors also charged DePape with one count of attempted kidnapping of a U.S. official and one count of assault of an immediate family member of a U.S. official.

On Oct. 28, DePape broke into the Pelosi residence in San Francisco and planned to tie up Pelosi while asking, "Where is Nancy?" according to court documents. DePape told police he planned on waiting for Nancy to come home so he could "break her kneecaps" if she didn't tell him the truth.

DePape and Pelosi were struggling over a hammer when police arrived. DePape managed to hit Pelosi on the head, and he later received treatment at the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital for a "skull fracture and serious injuries to his right arm and hands," according to a spokesperson for the speaker.

"Paul is making steady progress on what will be a long recovery process," Nancy Pelosi said on Monday.

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/immigration-officials-confirm-paul-pelosi-attacker-canadian-illegal-immigrant

2 minute readNovember 3, 20229:28 AM CDTLast Updated 2 hours ago

Reaction to wounding of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan addresses his supporters, during what they call 'a true freedom march', to pressure the government to announce new elections, in Lahore, Pakistan October 28, 2022. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro

NEW DELHI, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was shot and wounded in the shin on Thursday when his anti-government protest convoy came under attack in what his aides said was a clear assassination attempt.

PAKISTAN PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF

I strongly condemn the firing at Imran Khan's rally. An immediate report of the incident has been sought from the Interior Minister. We pray for the speedy recovery of Imran and other injured. The Federation will provide all possible support to the Punjab government in the security/investigation of the incident. Violence should have no place in national politics.

PAKISTAN PRESIDENT ARIF ALVI2 minute readNovember 3, 20229:28 AM CDTLast Updated 2 hours ago

Reaction to wounding of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan

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Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan leads a freedom march to pressure the government to announce new elections, in Lahore

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan addresses his supporters, during what they call 'a true freedom march', to pressure the government to announce new elections, in Lahore, Pakistan October 28, 2022. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro

NEW DELHI, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was shot and wounded in the shin on Thursday when his anti-government protest convoy came under attack in what his aides said was a clear assassination attempt.

PAKISTAN PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF

I strongly condemn the firing at Imran Khan's rally. An immediate report of the incident has been sought from the Interior Minister. We pray for the speedy recovery of Imran and other injured. The Federation will provide all possible support to the Punjab government in the security/investigation of the incident. Violence should have no place in national politics.

PAKISTAN PRESIDENT ARIF ALVI Strongly condemn heinous assassination attempt on ex-PM of Pakistan, the brave @ImranKhanPTI. I have sought immediate reports from authorities. I pray for his speedy recovery and of all those injured. My condolences to family of deceased political worker who died during the incident.

CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER JUSTIN TRUDEAU

The attack on Imran Khan and his supporters is completely unacceptable, and I strongly condemn this violence. It has no place in politics, in any democracy, or in our society. I’m wishing a speedy recovery to Imran and all who were injured today.

PAKISTANI NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER MALALA YOUSAFZAI

Attacks on leaders of any political belief or party are always wrong. And violence is never an acceptable protest. Wishing Imran Khan a full recovery.

INDIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESMAN ARINDAM BAGCHI

It's a development that just took place. We're closely keeping an eye on and we'll continue to monitor ongoing developments.

PAKISTAN CRICKET CAPTAIN BABAR AZAM

Strongly condemn this heinous attack on Imran Khan. May Allah keep Kaptaan (Captain) safe and protect our beloved Pakistan.

FORMER PAKISTAN CRICKET CAPTAIN WASIM AKRAM

Deeply disturbed about the events unfolding in Wazirabad. Our prayers with Imran Khan and everyone there. We as a country must come together and not allow anyone to distort our national unity.

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/former-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-shot-leg-clear-assassination-attempt-2022-11-03/

RI man charged in ‘disturbance’ after approaching NH Senate candidate Don Bolduc before a debate

By Boston 25 News Staff

November 03, 2022 at 11:03 am EDT

New Hampshire’s Republican candidate for US Senate Don Bolduc was the target of a physical altercation prior to Wednesday’s debate against Democratic incumbent Maggie Hassan, his campaign says.

On Thursday, the Goffstown Police Department said a man from Rhode Island is now facing charges as a result of the ‘disturbance.”

Police identified the man as 37-year-old Joseph Hart of Greenville, RI. The arrest preceded a debate at St. Anselm College for the US Senate race featuring Bolduc and Hassan.

“Prior to that debate, dozens of supporters were on hand for both candidates, said police in a statement. “During that time, St. Anselm College instructed a male party that they were no longer welcome on their property.”

“A short time later, a disturbance occurred when Mr. Hart approached Mr. Bolduc who was greeting his supporters,” according to Goffstown Police. “Officers converged on the area and all parties were separated. Following that disturbance, Mr. Hart was taken into custody by the Goffstown Police Department and charged with criminal trespass and disorderly conduct.”

Hart was released on personal recognizance bail and will be arraigned on December 1 at the Goffstown District Court.

“This incident is under investigation,” said Goffstown police.

Bolduc’s campaign released a statement on Wednesday about the incident and alleged that a man tried to hit Bolduc.

“As the General said on stage tonight, it’s time to lower the temperature of the political discourse in this country. Prior to the debate, an individual in the crowd gathered outside attempted to punch the General and was quickly apprehended and arrested. We are grateful to the quick response from law enforcement on the scene,” said a Bolduc campaign manager.

On Wednesday night, a spokesperson for the Hassan campaign blamed the incident on supporters of the Libertarian Party.

“Disgusting behavior,” said Kevin Donohoe from the Hassan campaign in a post to social media. "We saw this same libertarian party activist get aggressive with our campaign volunteers at this debate and the last.”

Wednesday’s debate between Bolduc and Hassan was the third and final debate prior to next Tuesday’s election.

https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/ri-man-charged-disturbance-after-approaching-nh-senate-candidate-don-bolduc-before-debate/OK5YRM5BGZA2RICDWBQFDL3YPI/

United pilots reject contract offer as they push for raises

Nov. 1, 2022

Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 6 p.m.

CHICAGO (AP) — United Airlines pilots have overwhelmingly rejected a tentative contract, the latest move showing the resolve by airline unions to push for significant pay raises.

The deal would have given pilots raises of nearly 15% over 18 months, according to the union.

The Air Line Pilots Association said Tuesday that 94% of the nearly 10,000 United pilots who took part voted against a tentative agreement that the union and United reached in June.

The union accused United of refusing to respond to its latest proposal on wages. The union said it is determined to win an industry-leading contract “that fully recognizes our contributions to the success of our airline.”

A spokesman for Chicago-based United said the outcome of the vote was expected after the airline and the union identified issues with the June proposal. He said the the two sides are working on a new industry-leading agreement that is expected to include better pay rates and other improvements.

The vote was announced one day after pilots at Delta approved a symbolic strike-authorization vote to protest the lack of a new contract. Federal law makes it difficult for airline unions to conduct legal strikes.

https://www.chron.com/business/article/United-pilots-reject-contract-offer-as-they-push-17549839.php

UN Security Council rejects Russian call for biological weapons probe

Russia got support only from China in the vote, with the US, Britain and France opposing the Russian resolution and the 10 other nations abstaining.

Russian Ambassador to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya (Craig Ruttle/AP/PA)

By Edith M Lederer, Associated Press

November 02 2022 10:07 PM

The UN Security Council has overwhelmingly rejected Russia’s attempt to establish a commission to investigate its unfounded claims that Ukraine and the United States are carrying out “military biological” activities that violate the convention prohibiting the use of biological weapons.

Russia got support only from China in the vote, with the US, Britain and France opposing the Russian resolution and the 10 other council nations abstaining.

The 2-3-10 vote reflected the council’s continuing opposition and scepticism about Russia’s actions since its February 24 invasion of Ukraine.

Russia had circulated a 310-page document to council members last week alleging that this biological activity is taking place in Ukraine with support from the US Defence Department.

The document included an official complaint to the Security Council, allowed under Article VI of the 1972 biological weapons convention, and a draft resolution that would authorise the Security Council to set up a commission comprising the 15 council members to investigate Russia’s claims.

Russia’s initial allegation of secret American biological warfare labs in Ukraine, made soon after its invasion of its smaller neighbour, has been disputed by independent scientists, Ukrainian leaders and officials at the White House and Pentagon.

Ukraine does have a network of biological labs that have funding and research support from the US. They are owned and operated by Ukraine and are part of an initiative called the Biological Threat Reduction Programme that aims to reduce the likelihood of deadly outbreaks, whether natural or manmade.

Russia’s UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia accused the US of conducting work in Ukraine with deadly pathogens — including cholera, plague, anthrax and influenza — that could not be justified under the guise of public health. He said documents and evidence recovered by Russian authorities suggested a military application.

https://www.independent.ie/world-news/un-security-council-rejects-russian-call-for-biological-weapons-probe-42114653.html