Immigration
Texas Governor Vows 'Consequences' Over Doctor's Comments Urging Patients to Skip Citizenship Question
"Wouldn't it be amazing if everyone who comes in doesn't answer it, and really messes with whatever data they're looking for?", said the doctor's viral video
Teens Arrested Near The Border for Holding Migrants Captive; Authorities Investigate Links With Smuggling Ring
Two teenagers were arrested for holding four Jordanian migrants captive in Juarez. Investigations suggest they may have been detained by smugglers.
Full List of Cities Promising to Shield Immigrants From Trump's Mass Deportation
As Trump prepares to carry out a mass deportation operation, Democratic-led states and cities are preparing to fight back and protect their migrant communities
Texas Democrat Cuellar Open to Collaborating with Trump's Border Czar Homan On Deportation Effort
"We can deport people quickly under Title A, we can do 'stay in Mexico,' we can do so many things on policies that can work right away," said Cuellar
Immigrant 'Criminals' Trump Wants to Deport Only Make Up Tiny Fraction of Migrants in US, Analysis Found
Trump has vowed to carry out the largest mass deportation operation in American history, starting by ejecting criminals. But they only make up a tiny group of the demographic, a report found
Texas Wants To Ship Newly Arrived Illegal Migrants Directly To ICE
Texas is reportedly considering a plan to increase migrant buses which would send illegal migrants directly to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers to ease the process of deportation.
Mexico President Shuts Down Trump Claim that Tariff Threat Led to Border Deal, Says Country Will Keep Doing What It's Been Doing: 'Respecting Human Rights'
Social media users and critics of the Trump administration are trolling President-elect Donald Trump online after the President of Mexico corrected him regarding agreements made by the two world leaders.
Economists Warn Looming Trade War With Mexico Could Have Devastating Effects on Border Region
President-elect Donald Trump announced he would levy tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada, leaving experts warning about the devastating effects.
Local Law Enforcement Could Resort To Controversial Program And Partner With ICE In Trump's Mass Deportation Plans
The program could help the incoming administration increase the amount of available officials to carry out a key part of its agenda
Texas To Continue Offering Land To Trump Admin To Conduct Mass Deportation Plans
The Abbott administration is eager to work with the incoming Trump government to carry out its proposed initiative
Trump's Immigration Crackdown May See Expanded Use Of AI And Surveillance Tools
The Biden administration was already using similar technologies to make key decisions about tracking, detaining and deporting immigrants without legal status.
What Is Expedited Removal: Trump's Best Bet to Accomplish His Deportation Plans and How to Fight It
This legal tool allows immediate deportation, but there are ways to prevent it
Here's How Much Money Blue States Opposing Trump Could Lose, If His Border Czar Follows Through on His Threats
Tom Homan promised to withhold federal funds
Biden Administration on Track to Hand Trump Quietest Southern Border in Years
Unauthorized border crossings are down in November, setting a new record-breaking low for the Biden administration as it transitions into a new Trump era.
How a 126-Year-Old Court Ruling Will Stonewall Trump's Bid to End Birthright Citizenship, According to Experts
President-elect Donald Trump's promise to end the practice of birthright citizenship in the US with his return to office could be thwarted by a Supreme Court precedent that is over a century old, according to experts.
Trump Mass Deportations Could Balloon US Immigration Court's Already Historic Backlog Into 2040, Analysis Finds
There is already a staggering backlog of 3.7 million cases
Stephen Miller Vows Local Police Will Work 'Arm in Arm' With Trump Admin on Mass Deportations: 'I Promise You'
The incoming deputy chief of policy vowed that local police will work "arm in arm" with the incoming administration as they look to take on mass deportations.
How Families Are Preparing for Mass Deportations Under Trump's New Immigration Plans
Mixed-status families are creating emergency plans, including power of attorney and key documents, to stay prepared amid looming deportation policies.
US Immigration Courts Could Face 16-Year Backlog With Trump's Proposed Mass Deportation Plan
Immigrants suspected of being in the U.S. without proper authorization are given due process through the immigration court system. This system also handles cases for asylum seekers and others, who may have legal ways to stay in the country.
MAGA Hardliners Claim Immigration Hurts American Workers. Experts Say Otherwise
Vice President-elect JD Vance says that deporting migrants will bring back American men into the workforce, do experts agree?
Canada Prepares For Potential Migrant Surge at the Northern Border Ahead of Trump's Second Term
Canadian Prime Minister announced last month the country would change its approach to immigration. Now, they are tightening the border.
Mayor of Sanctuary City Concerned About Becoming A Target in Trump's Administration
Democratic leaders walk a fine line between protecting immigrant communities and avoiding actions that could make them targets of heightened ICE enforcement.
NYC Democrat Urges State Leaders to Repeal Sanctuary Laws; Says They Put Citizens in 'Harm's Way'
Trump has cautioned sanctuary leaders about potential repercussions for refusing to cooperate with ICE, including the possibility of withholding federal funding.
U.S. Ambassador Pushes for Completion of New Port of Entry Connecting San Diego and Tijuana Amid Delays
The long-awaited Otay Mesa East Port of Entry is mired in delays and is now projected to open in two more years.
Trump's Push to 'Supercharge' Denaturalizations Could Deter Residents from Seeking Naturalization Altogether
Denaturalization efforts and stricter immigration policies could reshape family sponsorships, jobs, and economic growth, experts warn of lasting impacts.
Inconsistent Data Highlights Challenges in Tracking Migrant Deaths at Border, New Report Finds
The exact number of migrant deaths across the southern border remains a source of mystery and worry for activists, as the numbers remain inconsistent.
Texas Hospitals Now Asking About Immigration Status: What Patients Need to Know
The policy, driven by Gov. Abbott's executive order, aims to assess healthcare costs for undocumented immigrants, sparking concerns about access and privacy.
From DACA to TPS: How a Second Trump Term Could Affect Immigration Programs and How States Are Working To Prevent It
As Trump is set to move into the White House in a few weeks, immigrants, experts and lawmakers brace for the next four years of promised immigration crackdown
Panamanian President Says Migrant Flow Through Darien Gap Decreased Nearly 40% Compared to 2023
In the same period last year, the number of crossings was 482,000; this year that number has decreased by nearly 200,000
Colorado Mayor Vows to Use Local Police to Stop Trump Mass Deportations; Calls it a 'Tiananmen Square Moment'
In the last few days, other Democrats have taken stances similar to the Denver mayor, including the governors of Illinois and California