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The UFC Freedom 250event, supposed to kick off this year's festivities for the 250th anniversary of US independence, took place at the White House just hours after Trump had sealed a long-awaited peace deal with Iran.US President Donald Trump at UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington(REUTERS)US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a brutal display of political machismo on Sunday, June 14, turning the White House lawn into an arena for a bloody evening of cage fights.In unprecedented scenes in the revered seat of American democracy, Trump sat with thousands of cheering fans as Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) combatants beat each other to a pulp.However, as the fighters for the evening's top-billed bout clashed, a video of President Trump allegedly falling asleep mid-event in the cage-side seat next to UFC boss Dana White is going viral on social media.In the viral clip, Trump appeared drowsy with his eyes closed, leaning slightly towards White. “Trump fell asleep at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn, his 80th birthday event,” the caption of the viral post read.Here's how netizens reacted:Social media users mocked Donald Trump for sleeping at “his own party” and drew parallels to his White House predecessor, Joe Biden.“He is such a brave soul, he spends all his time and energy for his country. You should know how great a person he is, he is an amazing leader... yeah, those are the words that you can whisper to wake up this sleepy old man,” a user said sarcastically. “That's like being the guest of honour at your own party and deciding the most exciting thing to do is take a nap,” said another user. A netizen said, “MAGA will tell you it's because he works hard all day. BS!” “Trump is a disgrace to the presidency,” another netizen slammed.“UFC crowd finally found a fighter strong enough to take him out… it was sleep,” joked a user. “Sleepy Joe becomes sleepy Donald,” said another.However, a few supporters said, “Trump out here catching a power nap at his own 80th bday UFC bash Bro's earned the snooze, leave the man alone!”“Lol, even the GOAT needs a quick power nap mid-fight night,” said another supporter. UFC Freedom 250The "UFC Freedom 250" event, supposed to kick off this year's festivities for the 250th anniversary of US independence, took place at the White House just hours after Trump had sealed a long-awaited peace deal with Iran.US fighter Justin Gaethje stunned Spanish-Georgian Ilia Topuria to take the lightweight championship in the main event. Gaethje was declared the winner after Topuria's face was so badly beaten that he could not continue.Afterwards, Trump and First Lady Melania entered the blood-spattered "Octagon" cage to congratulate a jubilant Gaethje, who wished the president a happy birthday."Beyond anything you could imagine," Trump told reporters.At the event, fighter Josh Hokit launched into an astonishing attack on a former first lady, shouting into the microphone in front of Trump: "Michelle Obama is a man, am I right, America?"A series of UFC combatants paid tribute to the president after winning, in the style of Roman gladiators, with two of them hailing him for having the "balls" to stage the fight.‘UFC at WH was incredible’: Trump"The UFC at the White House last night was incredible... The White House has never looked more beautiful. The setting was unsurpassed!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform on Monday morning, praising the fighters and congratulating the UFC boss."The weather was scheduled to be horrendous, and it turned out to be PERFECT! So much for weather predicting."Get Latest real-time updatesStay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and US news. HomeNewsUs NewsWas Trump sleeping at UFC 250 Freedom? Viral video shows US Prez snoozing at ‘his own party’More

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US President Donald Trump's administration on Friday announced a new policy requiring most foreign nationals applying for green cards to complete the process from outside the country instead of adjusting status within the US.US President Donald Trump's administration announced new rules for immigrants seeking green cards(AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)Continuing its crackdown on immigrants in the US, President Donald Trump's administration on Friday (local time) announced a new policy for foreigners applying for permanent residency in the country.According to a Bloomberg report, those seeking permanent residency in Washington will be required to return to their home countries to seek green cards.Trump administration ramps up crackdown on immigrantsIn a statement, Zach Kahler, a spokesman for US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), said, "From now on, an alien who is in the US temporarily and wants a green card must return to their home country to apply, except in extraordinary circumstances." Kahler added, "This policy allows our immigration system to function as the law intended instead of incentivizing loopholes."CBS News, citing officials, said they plan to end the option for many immigrants seeking a green card to complete the process without leaving the country. Under the new approach, most of these immigrants would instead have to return to their home countries and apply for an immigrant visa abroad at a US consulate.What does the document say?The memo, which was issued by USCIS on Friday, aims to strictly limit when the agency can allow immigrants to receive a green card via the "adjustment of status" process. According to reports, this route allows eligible immigrants already in the US to apply for permanent residency without having to leave the country and apply at a US consulate abroad.In a memo outlining the change, USCIS employees who decide applications for permanent residency were told that some exceptions could be made. The memo directed them to “consider and weigh all the relevant evidence in the record, taking into account the totality of the circumstances to determine whether the alien is suitable for permanent residence.”Additionally, it also directs federal agency officers to view adjustment of status as an "extraordinary" form of relief and an act of "administrative grace," citing federal law to argue that most green card applicants should complete the process overseas. Further, officers have now been told to see adjustment of status as a rare and special benefit, not a normal option. Officers are now instructed to view choosing adjustment of status over applying at a US consulate abroad as a negative factor in a person’s case.While the policy does not clearly state all the exceptions, the memo says that some groups, such as those on "dual intent" visas like H-1Bs for high-skilled workers, as well as refugees and asylees, will likely be allowed to apply for a green card in the country via adjustment of status.Trump's policy change could impact thousandsAccording to immigration law experts, the announcement of a new policy could impact hundreds of thousands of people a year and potentially reduce legal immigration further amid a sweeping government crackdown.The Trump administration has introduced a series of restrictions affecting everyone from asylum seekers to students and highly skilled workers.The new rules broadly affect foreigners who entered the US on temporary non-immigrant visas, such as students, H-1B or L visa workers, and visitors. Washington grants about one million green cards annually, but nearly half are for foreign relatives sponsored by US citizens, and those cases are typically already handled outside the country.Trump administration's stance on immigrantsThe developments come at a time when citizens of at least 39 countries, mostly in Africa and Asia, are barred or restricted from entering Washington under a proclamation signed by the US President on national security grounds, commo

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