Fighting the Current Immigration Nightmare

Emerging research shows the long term negative effects of children and teens being separated from their parents.

Small Maryland Town Grapples With Immigration Views After Murder Conviction

"The research shows that the immigration and crime relationship does not exist."

Trump Welcomes Salvadoran President to the White House

Bukele met with Trump to discuss the ongoing deportations to the notorious Center for Terrorism Confinement.

New Law Will Likely Harm Immigrant Survivors of Domestic Violence

A tragic death sparked national attention, turning into a call to [...]

Expedited Removal: History, Debate, and Modern Implications

First introduced in 1996, expedited removal has had a long history in the United States.

NH Schools Prepare for Immigration Investigations

“It’s unclear to education leaders what impacts this will have on schools.”

The Fight for Immigrant Rights in Maryland’s Latino Communities

“I do not want to talk with you; I do not want you to come inside; Leave; I do not want you to search anything, and I want my lawyer.”

Espaillat accuses Trump of creating an “environment of fear among the immigrant community” 

Trump also touted his idea for a “gold card” visa, a novel way for foreigners to obtain U.S. citizenship.

Advocates: Lawmakers must strengthen CT immigration law

“Connecticut resources and officials can’t be used for any federal immigration enforcement”

RI Schools Prepare for Immigration Investigations

"This guidance is intended to assist schools, teachers, and administrators in protecting the rights of every student”

The Growing Crackdown on Immigration: Mississippi and the Rise of State-Level Enforcement

Some states are enacting drastic measures to police undocumented immigrants within their borders. One of the most extreme proposals comes from Mississippi.

Chicago Braces For Trump Immigration Crackdown

“The (Trump) administration has said that anyone who is undocumented is in danger, and I definitely think that’s the case."

Support for Mass Deportation Drops Well Below Half as People Consider Other Options 

When people are given more information about the options available, support for mass deportation as the preferred solution drops well below half, overall and among Republicans.

Bounties on Mexicans: Unresolved History

Given Donald Trump’s recent executive orders and mass deportations, against those particularly those from Latin America, he is once again placing a target on the lives of Mexicans.  

Will Trump’s immigration crackdown be good or bad for the economy?

Sensationalized headlines about the small number of lawbreaking immigrants will not change the fact that entire industries, from construction and health care to agriculture, restaurants, and elder care, rely on immigrant labor, which accounts for anywhere from a quarter to half of certain occupations.