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A conservative watchdog filed suit this week against the Department of Homeland Security, seeking to compel the agency to provide any communications between the executive office of Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding the southwest border and illegal immigration.In September, the Oversight Project – a good-government group under the umbrella of the conservative Heritage Foundation – filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the communications. But the group deemed that DHS’ response failed to comply with federal law, and consequently they filed suit in federal court.HOUSE COMMITTEE RAMPS UP PRESSURE TO OBTAIN IMPORTANT DOCS ON HARRIS’ ROLE IN BORDER CRISISThe suit calls for DHS to be compelled to release its communications with Harris by Oct. 22.”Here, we are seeking communications between CBP and Vice President Harris’ office. She was appointed ‘border czar’, and the administration wants to say it was to look at root causes of migration from the Northern Triangle — You would assume, given the importance of that portfolio, and the fact that 10 million illegal aliens have entered the country under her watch, that there would be a lot of communications between CBP and her office.”Brosnan said the Oct. 22 timeframe aligns with public interest to understand a major party candidate’s record on a top issue in time for them to cast their ballot:”We are seeking our rights through FOIA to get those records. And, since immigration is such an important issue in the election, the use and the importance of the salience of the documents would be greatly diminished in terms of educating the public if we were to get them after the election.”PENNSYLVANIA VOTERS ALARMED BY HEATED POLITICAL RHETORICThat, he said, is the reason for the motion for preliminary injunction, which if approved, would force the government to accelerate document releases.According to the filing, obtained by Fox News Digital, CBP acknowledged receipt of the FOIA request on Sept. 18 – citing an email correspondence between CBP and Brosnan’s colleague Mike Howell. CBP’s FOIA office later allegedly administratively closed the request without informing the plaintiffs, claiming there were “no documents sent” in the FOIA portal. The Oversight Project followed up with CBP demanding the request be reopened, and was informed by the agency their request was insufficient and lacked specifics on which particular CBP employees’ emails they were to sift through, as well as the email domains related to Harris’ executive office to be included in the search.In the filing, Brosnan’s team pointed out “inconsistencies” between CBP’s response to the FOIA and a similarly-structured request from the House Oversight Committee.In September, Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., wrote to the acting head of CBP, Troy Miller, repeating a request for documents relating to Harris’ handling of the border crisis:”It is important the committee and the American people understand Vice President Harris’ role as the border czar in the ongoing border crisis,” Comer said in the letter obtained by Fox News Digital.In an interview last week, Brosnan said the public must be aware of what Harris’ team was communicating with CBP in terms of border security if she was truly given a role to oversee such operations.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPHe also cited what he called the media’s recent attempts to “rewrite” Harris’ record on the border as the reason the communications should come to light and paint the true picture – positive or negative.”The public must be informed as to what her office was working on and communicating with CBP in real time during the height of the crisis.”Fox News Digital reached out to Comer’s and Harris’ offices for comment but did not receive a response by press time.Fox News Digital’s Adam Shaw contributed to this report.



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A pastor, faith leader, husband and father shared an urgent message of hope and healing for all those struggling through the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene — and other types of storms in life that perhaps others can’t see.”The Bible is very clear that we will face trials of many different kinds, including both literal and metaphorical storms (James 1:2-4),” Pastor Jesse Bradley of Auburn, Washington, told Fox News Digital. (See the video at the top of this article.)”Storms are devastating and steal what is most valuable to us,” he added. “Storms break our hearts and humble us. Storms also remind us of how much we need God‘s help.” WOMEN DRIVE FROM ILLINOIS TO FLORIDA TO SAVE 93-YEAR-OLD GRANDMOTHER IN MILTON’S PATH”God’s grace and faithfulness make the difference in the storm — and we will overcome them together.”Bradley is senior pastor at Grace Community Church outside Seattle. He is also founder of the Just Choose Hope ministry (justchoosehope.org).  Bradley recounted a relevant passage from scripture that has long comforted scores of faithful. “The disciples were in the boat when the furious squall approached and terrified them,” he said. THE BIBLE MAKES CLEAR WHO WILL WIN TODAY’S BATTLES, SAYS JONATHAN CAHN, BESTSELLING AUTHOR “Jesus, the Savior of the World, was still in the boat with them. God is always with us and nothing can separate us from the love of Jesus.”Added Bradley, “Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. Our faith often needs to catch up with this fact. Draw near to God because God’s greatest gift is His presence.”The pastor said that the “best response” in a storm of any kind is to “seek and trust the Messiah — and care for others” who are hurting as well.HUMANITY CALLED TO ‘COMPLETE,’ NOT COMPETE WITH EACH OTHER, SAYS VIRGINIA PASTOR”The death and resurrection of Jesus remind us that the most extreme trials are not the end of the story,” said Bradley. “Jesus has power over death, despair, darkness and the devil. While the enemy intends evil, God will prevail with His goodness.”Bradley said that, at times, “grieving is necessary. But there is hope greater than our pain and loss. Ultimately, heaven is our home — and Jesus prepares a place for us there.”He said a prayer recited regularly by millions is worth recalling.”In the Lord’s Prayer, we ask God to please give us our daily bread. As we care for one another and have opportunities to be generous, God‘s love is experienced through these gifts.”‘CHIPS’ ACTOR ERIK ESTRADA ON HOW FAITH BUOYS HIS LIFE AND CAREER: ‘IT’S A GOOD THING'”We become God‘s instruments of healing as we share with those who are in need right now.”He also said, “We don’t take our blessings for granted, but continue forward with gratitude and make a difference with a tangible presence and fervent prayers.”Reflecting on some of the extreme weather events of recent weeks as well as the many other types of struggles people are experiencing, Bradley said, “The hurricanes remind us that we need to unite with God and one another. Jesus still calms the storms inside of us. These trials will pass, but our relationship with God is everlasting.” CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERHe advised others, “Decide to follow Jesus through the fiercest storms. We do have a place that we can turn.”For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle”God doesn’t run out of hope or benevolent promises that we need to hear and believe. Turn to Jesus today because He is the Good Shepherd and His love endures forever.”He added, “We cry out to our faithful God — a rock and an anchor for our souls.”



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Dallas Cowboys fans can try a new sweet-and-salty combination during Sunday’s home game against the Detroit Lions: a Fritos Sundae. This most unexpected dessert combines two Texas favorites: Fritos, invented in San Antonio, and Blue Bell ice cream. The two are topped with cinnamon and sugar, drizzled with caramel and chocolate syrups, and finished off with sprinkles and a maraschino cherry. COTTON CANDY BURRITO, NEWEST FOOD AT ARIZONA CARDINALS HOME GAMES, FILLED WITH ‘FUN'”Every year we are always trying to find unique items, and try to have fun with our food,” George Wasai, vice president of food and beverage at Legends Hospitality, told Fox News Digital in a Zoom interview. (See the video at the top of this article.)Legends Hospitality handles the concessions for a number of teams, including the Dallas Cowboys. The Fritos Sundae resulted from a discussion about what snack foods could be combined for a new concession item. “At first, everyone thought I was crazy, including my team,” Wasai said. “They thought I was crazy wanting to do something like that — until we put it together to try it.” After the first Fritos Sundae was assembled, attitudes began to change, he said.”We realized how great of a dessert” it was, Wasai said. Heather Fuller, concessions chef at the Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, agreed.”Everyone actually loves it. I really haven’t heard anybody that’s given us negative feedback about it,” she said in the joint Zoom interview. And while she said she understands that “a lot of people are kind of leery” about trying a dessert that combines corn chips and ice cream, she insisted it’s worth a try.KANSAS CITY HOME TO AMERICA’S BEST BARBECUE, CHEFS CLAIM: ‘OUR VARIETY MAKES US UNIQUE'”They work together very well, and it’s very good,” she said. But for those looking to stick to the tried-and-tested classics, there’s the Cowboys Cheesesteak and Lineman Burrito.The Cowboys Cheesesteak is the No. 1 selling sandwich at AT&T Stadium, Wasai told Fox News Digital, and it has been around for more than 25 years. “We wanted to create our own Philly cheesesteak style,” Wasai said – one that features the ingredients found in Texas. The Cowboys Cheesesteak, Fuller said, features shaved sirloin “seasoned with our own special seasoning.” THIS IS HOW MIAMI’S VERSAILLES RESTAURANT MAKES ITS CUBAN SANDWICHThe sirloin is topped with “all-natural jalapeño jack cheese,” along with onions and jalapeños. The Cowboys Cheesesteak is so good, Wasai said, that even visiting Philadelphia Eagles fans have admitted to enjoying it. “They just rave about it,” he said.”We will go in and tell [Eagles fans] that we use real cheese,” said Fuller with a laugh. The Lineman Burrito made its debut last season and has since become a customer favorite, Fuller said. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyleA combination of Tex-Mex and barbecue – two of Texas’ most famous cuisines – the Lineman Burrito is not for the faint of heart.”It’s a 17-inch tortilla [with] our famous Cowboys Mac and Cheese, our house smoked brisket, jalapeño pepper jack sausage, pico de gallo, some housemade, candied jalapeños and then barbecue sauce,” Fuller said. The item is then wrapped and grilled. The idea for the burrito came along after a vendor “brought the tortilla out to us” and suggested that it be used to make some sort of jumbo-sized burrito.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER”And then I got to thinking,” Fuller said. “We like to be outside the box and be very innovative.” That innovation led to the idea of a “barbecue burrito,” which developed into the Lineman Burrito. The Texas-sized burrito is meant to be shared, she said. “I wouldn’t suggest anyone eat it by themselves,” Fuller said. “But we’ve seen people try.” 



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A 7-year-old boy in West Africa who was going blind can now see again, thanks to life-changing eye surgery provided by the Mercy Ships charity.Mamadou, whose last name was not provided, was born with bilateral cataracts, a condition where cataracts develop in both eyes before or soon after birth.When left untreated, the condition can lead to total blindness in some cases.COVID LOCKDOWNS LED TO SPIKE IN KIDS’ VISION PROBLEMS, 1 IN 3 NOW NEARSIGHTED, STUDY FINDS”We suspected that the cataracts were there already when Mamadou was born, but slowly they got worse,” Paul Rudalevicius, an eye surgeon who volunteers with Mercy Ships in Sierra Leone, told Fox News Digital.Inherited cataracts and malnutrition are common causes of the condition, the doctor said.Mamadou, who is from Waterloo, Sierra Leone, “wasn’t able to see much of anything,” according to Ella Hawthorne, an optometrist who also works with Mercy Ships in Sierra Leone.WOMAN WITH MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY COMPLETES 12 HALF-MARATHONS IN WHEELCHAIR FOR CHARITY: ‘WON’T LET IT DEFINE ME’”He could tell there was a light that was being turned on, but he couldn’t even really tell that a hand was being waved in front of his face,” she told Fox News Digital.”He really couldn’t see the world around him very much.”Mamadou’s mother, Salematu, recalled the poor treatment her son received due to his poor eyesight.”His friends always provoked him, and also laughed at him because of his condition,” she told Fox News Digital. “He was going to school, but could not see or write clearly.”The boy was also having trouble walking and picking up objects, and was very sensitive to sunlight.Salematu tried several times over the years to get her son the surgery he needed, but local hospitals would not do it. Over time, his vision worsened.Then Mercy Ships docked its hospital ship, the Global Mercy, in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to provide safe surgeries to residents for free — and Mamadou was selected.Hawthorne recalled her first encounter with the boy.”Meeting Mamadou during patient selection here in Sierra Leone was just special,” she told SWNS.”He is wonderful and quiet at first, but once you get to know him more, he comes out of his shell and engages you.” Time was of the essence for Mamadou’s surgery, Dr. Rudalevicius noted. “If the cataracts are not removed soon enough, the brain can never learn to see.”On Feb. 7, assisted by a team of medical volunteers, the doctor performed a small incision cataract surgery.JOHNNY DEPP VISITS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL DRESSED AS CAPTAIN JACK SPARROW IN ‘MAGICAL MOMENT’Although the procedure took only two hours, it “represented the start of a new vision and future for Mamadou,” according to a Mercy Ships press release.When the eye patches were removed the next day, it was a little confusing and overwhelming at first, Mercy Ships noted, which is a normal reaction in children.”He looked around, trying to understand new information and identify unexpected objects,” the release said.”His brain was not yet used to processing such a high level of visual activity — but after seeing the crowd around him smile and wave, Mamadou quickly joined in, sharing his bright and endearing smile in return.”COVID LOCKDOWNS LED TO SPIKE IN KIDS’ VISION PROBLEMS, 1 IN 3 NOW NEARSIGHTED, STUDY FINDSDoctors gave Mamadou a pair of UV sunglasses to wear as he got used to his new vision. The boy began playing with toys, coloring and riding a toy motorcycle around the ward.”Being able to witness the patches being removed from his eyes was such an absolute blessing and a privilege,” Hawthorne told Fox News Digital. “It was so wonderful to see him looking around and starting to perceive the world and being able to absorb some of the information around him.””It was so special, and you could see the joy that had started to build up inside him. It was a really good reminder of why I’m here and the impact our work is having.”A month after Mamadou’s vision was restored, the boy and his mother returned to the ship for a “celebration of sight, a ceremony for patients who have received successful eye surgeries,” according to Mercy Ships.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTERSalematu shared her relief and happiness with the outcome.”My son can see me!” she said. “My son can go back to the community and interact with other children!””Unlike before, Mamadou can now move around without jumping his steps or falling, even when the sun is out.”For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/healthSalematu hopes that her son will one day grow up to become a medical doctor and make a difference of his own, according to the release.Dr. Rudalevicius added to Fox News Digital, “I hope that he will be able to attend school, to learn, to play with other children, and in the future maybe support his family.”



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With Election Day closing in, former President Trump took a surprising detour to ultra-blue California to spotlight the state’s sky-high inflation, crime and illegal immigration.Trump touched down in Coachella Valley on Saturday evening to take on Vice President Kamala Harris on her home turf.Voters in the decidedly blue state came out in droves, with Trump remarking on the sheer size of the crowds as he took the stage at 5:30 p.m. PST.”We have had a great reception here. Look at this crowd,” Trump said, marveling at the crowd. “This is like record stuff as far as the eye can see.”WHY TRUMP IS HEADED INTO ‘THE BELLY OF THE BEAST’: THE STRATEGY BEHIND HIS BLUE STATE STOPSTrump highlighted California’s failed policies, saying that “we gotta make it better.””I stand before you today in the heart of the majestic Coachella Valley, to declare that the Republican Party will always put America first and lead us on to victories like you have never seen before,” he said. “Because we’ve become the party of common sense.”The former president promised that he’d fight for “hard-working citizens of every race, religion, color and creed.”During the Trump campaign’s announcement that the former president would make a rare visit to California, spokesperson Steven Cheung said that it was to “highlight Harris’ poor record and show that he has the right solutions for every state and every American.”Trump highlighted Harris’ as well as Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s track record in the state, promising to “save it.””The radical left Democrats have destroyed this state, but we are going to save it,” he said. “And we’re going to make it better than ever before.””I’ve come here today not only to talk about California, where you have one of the worst governors in the country, Gavin Newsom, but you definitely had somebody here that was horrible – Kamala,” he said. “And now she wants to destroy our country. “She wants to destroy our country like she did San Francisco,” he said.Trump likened California to “paradise lost,” transitioning his spiel to a promise of a safe and secure southern border.THE CLOSER: FORMER PRESIDENT OBAMA HITS THE TRAIL FOR HARRIS IN THE CLOSING STRETCH”California’s really is a paradise lost, but we’re going to bring it back,” he said. “Don’t worry about it. We’re bringing it back. It’ll happen fast.”We’ll stop the murderers from coming in. The drug dealers, everybody coming into California,” he said.Trump reminisced of what California used to be, saying it was a ‘beacon of what our country aspired to become.””It had the weather, it had the water,” he said. “The state had the best schools, the safest communities, and a booming middle class, but all that was eradicated by decades of the very policies that Kamala Harris wants to now force upon America.”The Republican nominee for president pointed to California’s sky-high cost of living, ongoing crime crisis and continuing illegal immigration crisis.”Today, California has the highest inflation, the highest taxes, the highest gas prices, the highest cost of living, the most regulations, the most expensive utilities, the most homelessness, the most crime, the most decay, and the most illegal aliens,” he said.”Other than that, I think you’re doing quite well, actually,” he quipped.While acknowledging the economy is top of mind in California and across the nation, Trump highlighted illegal immigration as a top issue for voters, saying that the U.S. is considered an “occupied country.””But we are known all throughout the world now as an occupied country,” he said. “We got people taking over parts of Colorado. We have people taking over other states, a lot of states.”CHECK OUT THE LATEST FOX NEWS POLLING IN THE 2024 ELECTION Trump promised to “liberate our country from criminals” and “rescue California.””To everyone here in California and all across our nation, I make this pledge to you. November 5th, 2024 will be liberation day in America,” he said. “We’re going to liberate our country from criminals. I will rescue California in every town across America that’s been invaded and conquered, and we will put these vicious and bloodthirsty criminals in jail or kick them the hell out of the country,” he said.Trump pointed to Eduardo Sarabia, an illegal immigrant, who was recently arrested in Los Angeles after he allegedly viciously raped two women in his windowless Ford Transit van.”He was charged with sadistically raping two women in the back of a windowless van that police said was disgustingly outfitted as, quote, a rape dungeon on wheels,” Trump said. “Detective believes this monster had many more victims.”Trump also pointed to Victor Hernandez, an illegal migrant from El Salvador, who escaped his country of origin after committing a heinous crime and allegedly murdered Maryland mother, Rachel Morin.”We had the strongest border in the history of our country. Now we have the worst border in the history of the world,” he said.CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST FOX NEWS POWER RANKINGS”My message to the American people is very simple,” Trump said. “No person who has inflicted the violence and terror that our harass has unleashed on our country can never be allowed to become the President of the United States again.”Trump promised that Harris’ “reign of terror” would end the first day he took office.”Anyone who orchestrates an invasion of America cannot lead America,” he said. “Kamala Harris, her reign of terror ends the day I take office.”With time an extremely precious commodity for the presidential campaigns in the final stretch of a White House showdown in a margin-of-error race with Harris, many are wondering why Trump is stopping in blue states.The stop in Coachella may benefit Trump with Latino voters — who have been trending towards the GOP in recent years — not only in southeast California, but more importantly in neighboring Arizona and Nevada, two of the seven crucial battleground states that will likely determine if the former president or Harris wins the 2024 election.Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more at our Fox News Digital election hub.Fox News’ Paul Steinhauser contributed to this report.



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