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Miguel Warns of “Totalitarian Shift” in America, Calls Trump’s Immigration Crackdown “A Twilight Zone of Division”
R&B artist Miguel opens up about the “scary” state of U.S. politics, his new album Caos, and why the Trump administration’s immigration policies pushed him to embrace his Mexican heritage and speak out through music.
In a moment of striking honesty and cultural reflection, Grammy-winning singer Miguel Jontel Pimentel, better known simply as Miguel, is sounding the alarm about what he calls a “shift toward totalitarianism” in the United States. The Sure Thing and Adorn hitmaker has returned to the spotlight with his new Spanish-infused album, Caos, but he’s also using his platform to voice deep concern over the current political climate under Donald Trump’s second term.
Speaking to reporters while promoting Caos, Miguel described his fears about rising social division, echoing the sentiment of many artists and activists disturbed by the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown and the expanding power of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
“It was like a Twilight Zone,” Miguel said, recalling Trump’s first presidency. “It was an execution of divisiveness on a stage like the presidency — it inspired people to express the ugliest parts of themselves about their fellow citizens and those of other ethnicities or religions.”
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Now, nearly a decade later, the singer says the situation feels even darker.
“Eight years later, to see a more tangible execution of a sentiment that really touches on totalitarianism and control — it’s scary,” Miguel admitted. “It’s not just affecting non-citizens anymore. It’s affecting actual citizens.”
Caos — A Reflection of Culture and Resistance
Miguel’s latest album, Caos — which translates to “Chaos” in English — is more than just a musical experiment. It’s a statement. The record blends English and Spanish lyrics, exploring his Mexican roots, identity, and frustration with political injustice.
“Writing in Spanish felt like coming home,” he told Vogue earlier this month. “I wanted to honor where I come from, especially when I see my people being treated like they don’t belong here.”
Songs like “Sombras” and “Nadie Más” merge smooth R&B with Latin influences, reflecting both celebration and defiance. For Miguel, Caos is an artistic rebellion — one rooted in love and resistance.
“Music has always been my way to process pain and find hope,” he said. “When the world feels chaotic, I turn to rhythm and language to create balance.”
A “Scary Time” for Citizens and Artists
Miguel’s comments come amid intensifying debate over the Trump administration’s immigration policies, which have sparked protests across Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago in recent months. Reports from Reuters indicate that ICE detention centers have expanded nationwide, leading to mass deportations and controversial raids targeting immigrant families.
In Los Angeles — Miguel’s hometown — activists have taken to the streets, decrying what they call “the weaponization of citizenship.”
Miguel, who grew up in a multicultural household with a Mexican father and an African American mother, said the current atmosphere has reignited his passion for advocacy.
“What’s terrifying is not just the policies, but how normalized they’ve become,” he explained. “You start to realize that control can take many forms — and that silence helps it spread.”
The singer’s message echoes those of other artists who’ve recently spoken up about immigration and democracy, including Bad Bunny, Halsey, and John Legend — all of whom have used their platforms to criticize government overreach and xenophobia.
From Art to Activism
Miguel isn’t new to political commentary. During Trump’s first presidency, he publicly supported the “Families Belong Together” campaign, performing at rallies that called for an end to family separations at the U.S.-Mexico border.
But in 2025, his activism has become more personal — and more urgent.
On Instagram, Miguel recently shared a black-and-white video clip of himself performing “Caos” in front of a mural depicting immigrants marching with the Mexican flag. The caption read:
“Art must speak when leaders stay silent. This is my protest.”
His post quickly gained traction, with fellow musicians and fans flooding the comments in solidarity. “Miguel isn’t just making music,” one fan wrote. “He’s documenting history.”
The Artist’s Role in a Fractured America
While many celebrities prefer to stay neutral, Miguel believes silence is complicity. He urges fellow artists to use their voices for truth, even when it feels uncomfortable.
“It’s scary to speak out when you see what happens to people who do,” he said. “But art has always been the first line of resistance. If we don’t reflect what’s happening, who will?”
Industry analysts note that Caos represents not just a creative evolution but a cultural reckoning. In an era of censorship and political polarization, Miguel’s work feels like both a rebellion and a healing force.
Cultural critic Touré described Caos as “an album that bridges art, ancestry, and activism — a mirror to the times we live in.
A Voice That Won’t Be Silenced
As the protests continue in major U.S. cities, Miguel remains steadfast in his belief that love and empathy can overcome fear and division — but only if people stay awake.
“It’s easy to turn away,” he said. “But this is our country, too. My family, my culture, my people — we’re not guests here. We’re part of America’s story.”
In an age of political chaos, Miguel’s Caos feels like a necessary reminder: when democracy feels fragile, sometimes the most powerful weapon is a song.
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How ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Returned to Cinemas and Reclaimed Box Office Glory
Renewed ticket sales send Marvel’s 2019 finale past ‘Avatar’ to lead the all-time global chart again.
Seven years after its original release, Avengers: Endgame has unfinished business at the box office.
The Marvel Studios blockbuster has overtaken James Cameron’s Avatar to become the highest-grossing film worldwide once again. According to The Walt Disney Company’s October 4 announcement, Endgame now holds an estimated $2.9255 billion, narrowly ahead of Avatar’s $2.9237 billion. That puts just $1.8 million between two of cinema’s biggest hits.
The lead is small. The comeback, however, is substantial: a film released in 2019 has drawn enough fresh ticket sales to rewrite the all-time chart.
The ‘Encore’ release that tipped the balance
The latest theatrical run, titled Avengers Endgame: Encore, has earned $126 million worldwide, according to TheWrap. That includes $36.2 million in North America and $89.8 million from international markets—the extra business that pushed the film back into first place.
Audiences also had a reason to return beyond revisiting a familiar blockbuster. TheWrap reports that the reissue features a modified ending and three new scenes during and after the credits, connected to Avengers: Doomsday. The release therefore serves two purposes: bringing an established favourite back to cinemas and giving viewers a bridge to the next Avengers story.
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A rivalry with a history of reversals
This is another change of leadership in a box office contest that has lasted for years.
Endgame first displaced Avatar in 2019. Cameron’s science-fiction epic regained the crown following its Chinese re-release in 2021. Now, another theatrical return has swung the result in Marvel’s favour. Re-releases have become a decisive part of the competition, extending both films’ earning lives well beyond their original runs.
The distinction matters: this is the record for worldwide theatrical revenue without adjustment for inflation, including re-release earnings. It measures money collected rather than the number of tickets sold.
Why ‘Endgame’ matters to ‘Doomsday’
The timing gives Marvel’s comeback an added significance. Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to reach cinemas on December 18, 2026, and Disney has positioned Endgame as an important foundation for that next chapter.
Explaining the connection, Anthony Russo said: “You really need to pick the story up from where you left it in Endgame.”
That makes this return more than a victory lap. A film remembered for closing a major chapter of Marvel’s story is now helping introduce the next one—and, along the way, has taken back Hollywood’s most closely watched box office title.
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Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ Faces a Tough Opening: Could ‘Verity’ Take the Lead?
Cruise’s star power meets a fresh box office challenge as the Colleen Hoover adaptation emerges as a formidable rival.
Tom Cruise has spent years persuading audiences to watch him attempt the impossible. With Digger, the challenge is different: convincing moviegoers to embrace an eccentric, darkly comic character who bears little resemblance to his familiar action heroes.
Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the film arrives in US cinemas on October 2, 2026, carrying considerable expectations. Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, an oil tycoon confronting a catastrophe connected to his company’s actions. It is a conspicuous departure for an actor whose recent screen identity has been shaped by spectacular stunts and blockbuster franchises.
Yet the conversation before release has increasingly turned from Cruise’s transformation to a more uncomfortable question: how many people will buy a ticket?
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A costly film facing a modest opening
According to Koimoi’s September 30 report, Digger was tracking for a North American opening below $15 million, against a reported production cost of approximately $125 million. These are reported estimates, rather than confirmed earnings or a final accounting of the film’s costs.
That gap explains the concern surrounding Warner Bros.. An expensive production needs sustained attendance, and a subdued debut would place greater pressure on subsequent weekends and overseas markets.
An opening forecast cannot establish a film’s eventual profit or loss. It can, however, reveal how much work remains for the campaign.
Reviews have complicated the pitch
The critical response has been sharply divided. People reported reactions ranging from admiration for the film’s audacity and Cruise’s commitment to criticism of its scale, coherence and tone.
For potential ticket buyers, that creates an uncertain proposition. Cruise’s presence attracts attention, but attention does not automatically translate into enthusiasm for an unfamiliar kind of film.
The promotional campaign has leaned into that disagreement. The Guardian described advertising that places harsh reactions alongside praise, using the controversy itself to generate interest. Whether that approach encourages curiosity or deepens hesitation remains an open question.
Why ‘Verity’ makes the weekend more intriguing
The Hollywood Reporter expects Digger to open substantially behind Verity, the Amazon MGM Studios adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel. hollywoodreporter.com
Starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett, Verity is also scheduled to open on October 2. Its psychological-thriller premise centres on a writer who discovers a disturbing manuscript while completing another author’s book series.
From a marketing perspective, an established novel and a recognisable thriller setup could offer a more immediate hook. Digger, by comparison, asks audiences to take a greater leap into unfamiliar territory.
The audience verdict is still ahead
Cruise has clearly committed to that leap. At the London premiere, Reuters reported that his transformation involved prosthetics and a padded bodysuit, alongside a demanding performance.
The commercial outcome remains unresolved. Strong audience recommendations could give Digger momentum beyond its initial forecasts. A weak response would make its financial challenge harder.
For now, the film’s biggest suspense lies beyond the screen: whether curiosity about Cruise’s unusual gamble becomes an opening-weekend ticket purchase.
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‘Verity’ Could Outopen ‘Digger’: Why Tom Cruise Faces a Tough Contest
The competing releases raise a compelling question: which film will persuade more audiences to buy a ticket?
Tom Cruise has spent years persuading audiences to watch him attempt the impossible. With Digger, the challenge is different: convincing moviegoers to embrace an eccentric, darkly comic character who bears little resemblance to his familiar action heroes.
Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the film arrives in US cinemas on October 2, 2026, carrying considerable expectations. Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, an oil tycoon confronting a catastrophe connected to his company’s actions. It is a conspicuous departure for an actor whose recent screen identity has been shaped by spectacular stunts and blockbuster franchises.
Yet the conversation before release has increasingly turned from Cruise’s transformation to a more uncomfortable question: how many people will buy a ticket?
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A costly film facing a modest opening
According to Koimoi’s September 30 report, Digger was tracking for a North American opening below $15 million, against a reported production cost of approximately $125 million. These are reported estimates, rather than confirmed earnings or a final accounting of the film’s costs.
That gap explains the concern surrounding Warner Bros.. An expensive production needs sustained attendance, and a subdued debut would place greater pressure on subsequent weekends and overseas markets.
An opening forecast cannot establish a film’s eventual profit or loss. It can, however, reveal how much work remains for the campaign.
Reviews have complicated the pitch
The critical response has been sharply divided. People reported reactions ranging from admiration for the film’s audacity and Cruise’s commitment to criticism of its scale, coherence and tone.
For potential ticket buyers, that creates an uncertain proposition. Cruise’s presence attracts attention, but attention does not automatically translate into enthusiasm for an unfamiliar kind of film.
The promotional campaign has leaned into that disagreement. The Guardian described advertising that places harsh reactions alongside praise, using the controversy itself to generate interest. Whether that approach encourages curiosity or deepens hesitation remains an open question.
Why ‘Verity’ makes the weekend more intriguing
The Hollywood Reporter expects Digger to open substantially behind Verity, the Amazon MGM Studios adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel. hollywoodreporter.com
Starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett, Verity is also scheduled to open on October 2. Its psychological-thriller premise centres on a writer who discovers a disturbing manuscript while completing another author’s book series.
From a marketing perspective, an established novel and a recognisable thriller setup could offer a more immediate hook. Digger, by comparison, asks audiences to take a greater leap into unfamiliar territory.
The audience verdict is still ahead
Cruise has clearly committed to that leap. At the London premiere, Reuters reported that his transformation involved prosthetics and a padded bodysuit, alongside a demanding performance.
The commercial outcome remains unresolved. Strong audience recommendations could give Digger momentum beyond its initial forecasts. A weak response would make its financial challenge harder.
For now, the film’s biggest suspense lies beyond the screen: whether curiosity about Cruise’s unusual gamble becomes an opening-weekend ticket purchase.
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Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ Faces a Tough Opening: Could ‘Verity’ Take the Lead?
‘Verity’ Could Outopen ‘Digger’: Why Tom Cruise Faces a Tough Contest
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