US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are set to support security for American delegations at the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy, but the move has triggered intense political backlash. While US officials say ICE Homeland Security Investigations agents will not conduct immigration enforcement and will focus only on transnational crime risks, several Italian politicians and unions have condemned their presence. The mayor of Milan has openly opposed ICE participation, while protest groups have announced demonstrations timed with the Olympic opening ceremony.

U.S. President Donald Trump addressed House Republicans during a closed-door retreat at the Kennedy Center, delivering remarks that quickly became a focal point online after short clips surfaced across social media. During the speech, Trump veered off script, acting out exaggerated weightlifting motions and joking about being criticized at home for behavior he said was “unpresidential.” Trump also used the appearance to ridicule foreign leaders and global negotiations, including comments about international drug pricing and remarks aimed at France’s leadership.