Emigration and immigration
Congressman Dan Goldman, representing New York's 10th district, has raised serious concerns about the safety and conditions at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn. The facility, infamous for its history of violence, understaffing, and inadequate medical care, is set to house over 100 immigration detainees. Goldman'
Emigration and immigration
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and her colleagues have introduced the Visible Identification Standards for Immigration-Based Law Enforcement (VISIBLE) Act of 2025, which aims to strengthen oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement by requiring ICE officers to display clearly visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions. The legislation comes
Emigration and immigration
Migrants continue to brave the perilous waters of the English Channel, with a record 20,600 making the crossing so far in 2025, up 50% from last year. The recent trend shows nearly 44,000 migrants have arrived since Labour came into power in July last year. On Thursday, a
Emigration and immigration
A surge in immigration raids nationwide has left migrant workers and industries that rely on them, such as farming and hospitality, in a state of uncertainty. North Carolina, which heavily depends on migrant workers for essential tasks like harvesting sweet potatoes and Christmas trees, is particularly vulnerable to the consequences
Emigration and immigration
President Trump's mixed messages on immigration have left his loyal base on high alert, warning that any form of "amnesty" would be a red line. Despite Trump's promise of mass deportations, his recent comments have sparked intrigue and backlash among MAGA influencers and supporters.
Emigration and immigration
The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling, authored by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, has given US President Donald Trump a significant victory in his bid to implement a range of controversial policies. The decision, which limits the power of individual district judges to issue nationwide injunctions, has been hailed by
Emigration and immigration
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Chuck Grassley, has introduced a historic bill aimed at strengthening national security, protecting American families, and combating judicial overreach. The One Big Beautiful Bill consolidates Republican efforts to address immigration reform, border security, and judicial oversight. This legislation represents a significant shift in
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration's heightened crackdown on immigration has led to an increase in raids and arrests, which has in turn emboldened some contractors in the construction industry to cut pay and increase hours for undocumented workers. Industry lobbyists have publicly urged the administration to soften its stance on
Emigration and immigration
The US healthcare industry is heavily reliant on an immigrant workforce, with 16% of hospital workers being foreign-born, according to data analyzed by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF). This trend is particularly evident in states like California, New York, and Florida, where immigrants make up a significant proportion of hospital
Emigration and immigration
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has teamed up with the U.S. Marine Corps to respond to inquiries on the immigration status of foreign nationals at select military bases, including Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Camp Pendleton in California, and Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia. The pilot program,
Emigration and immigration
Advocacy from Republican House Majority Leader Steve Scalise has led to the release of Mandonna "Donna" Kashanian, a 64-year-old Iranian mother who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers last month. Kashanian had been living in the United States for 47 years, during which
Emigration and immigration
U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) has joined fellow senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) in cosponsoring the Visible Identification Standards for Immigration-Based Law Enforcement (VISIBLE) Act of 2025. This legislation aims to strengthen oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations by requiring immigration officers to
