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11.3 Million Unauthorized Immigrants Live in US, But 'No Sign' of Future Migration Increases

Sep 04, 2014 04:44 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

The number of undocumented immigrants living in the U.S. has been stagnant since the recession, and estimates indicate "no sign" of a migration increase.

Illinois Rep. Luis Gutierrez, Immigrant Advocates Want Obama to Act on Immigration Before November Elections

Sep 04, 2014 10:17 AM EDT By Scharon Harding

On a telephone press conference on Wednesday, Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., and other immigrant advocates urged President Barack Obama to act on immigration immediately in response to reports of a delay.

Battle far from over for U.S. immigrants who get deferrals

Four DACA Recipients Sue Nebraska Over Driver's License Ban

Sep 04, 2014 12:39 PM EDT By Rebecca S. Myles

A Nebraska federal judge said earlier this week that she will hear a lawsuit challenging the state over its denial of driver's licenses to immigrants covered by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Texas Local Debt Hits $328 Billion as National Guard Troops Remain Unpaid for Border Control

Sep 04, 2014 09:11 AM EDT By Michael Oleaga

The Texas Bond Review Board indicated the state's total local debt grew by $5 billion as the Lone Star State is having trouble compensating National Guard troops sent to the border.

Thirteen Million Mexicans Immigrated to US in 2013, But Chinese Migrants Outnumber Other Latin Americans

Sep 03, 2014 03:49 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Mexican migrants have entered the U.S. in large numbers, but the United Nations' Department of Economic and Social Affairs revealed the second most common native country is not from Latin America.

Ted Cruz Downplays Government Shutdown Option Over Immigration

Sep 03, 2014 09:05 AM EDT By Michael Oleaga

At the Americans for Prosperity conference, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, downplayed his political party's plans for a government shutdown over the immigration crisis.

Civil Rights Groups Urge Obama to Ensure Executive Action Includes Undocumented LGBT Immigrants

Sep 02, 2014 04:16 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

A coalition of Latino, Asian-American and LGBTQ advocacy and civil rights groups have urged President Barack Obama to ensure the LGBTQ community is included in any potential action regarding undocumented immigrants.

NJ Gov. Chris Christie to Skip Mexico Border Visit During Economic, Trade Trip

Sep 02, 2014 01:02 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Republican New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is set to arrive in Mexico for a three-day trade talk, but immigration might not be a top priority for the potential presidential candidate.

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California City Council Rejects Statement Showing Support of Humanitarian Efforts Toward Undocumented Immigrants

Sep 01, 2014 12:32 PM EDT By Scharon Harding

On Tuesday, the city council of Riverside, California rejected a proposed statement showing the support of humanitarian efforts toward undocumented immigrants.

Lucrecia Gomez and Luiza Tanuri, Make the Road New York, Westbury, Long Island

Long Island Immigrants, Faith Leaders and Advocates Call for Compassion and Due Process for 2,200 Undocumented Children

Sep 01, 2014 06:50 AM EDT By Rebecca S. Myles

Long Island immigrants, faith leaders, and advocates spoke out late last week to call for compassion and due process for the 2,200 unaccompanied children arriving in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Expansion Details - What You Need to Know

DREAMer to Congress: 'Think of Immigration as Saving Lives,' DACA Recipients See US as 'Land of Opportunities'

Aug 31, 2014 07:40 AM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Undocumented immigrants sacrifice their history in their native countries for the American Dream and new opportunities in the United States, and that is no different for DREAMer Hareth Andrade-Ayala.

'La Bestia' Trains & Immigration: Mexico Cracks Down on Freight Trains Along Popular Migration Route

Aug 29, 2014 01:48 PM EDT By Payton Guion

Authorities have stepped up monitoring of infamous train route

Paul Ryan Confronted by DREAMers Again on Immigration Reform, Deportation and Vote to Defund DACA

Aug 31, 2014 07:40 AM EDT By Michael Oleaga

A national immigrant youth-led organization confronted Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., once again for his opposition against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Obama Administration sticking to Deadline for Immigration

Aug 29, 2014 11:02 AM EDT By Anjalee Khemlani

Obama Administration sticking to deadline for immigration reform

Catalino Guerrero with his granddaughter, Elizabeth, gets stay of removal, faced imminent deportation, August 28, 2014

Grandfather Ordered Deported to Mexico Gets One-Year Stay of Removal

Sep 01, 2014 06:40 AM EDT By Rebecca S. Myles

Catalino Guerrero, who was facing imminent deportation from the U.S., was told late last week that he has received a yearlong stay of removal.

Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto Applauds California's Immigration Policies Benefiting Immigrants in US

Aug 29, 2014 12:12 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Although Congress has yet to send President Barack Obama legislation addressing immigration, Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto commended California for the state's efforts on the issue.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio Wants to Beef Up Border Security With More Cameras, Tracking and Personnel

Aug 28, 2014 12:05 PM EDT By Scharon Harding

In an interview published this week, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio shared his strong views on immigration, which differ immensely from his previous position.

Immigration Court Update: Lawsuit Victory Allows Detained Immigrants 'Coerced' into ‘Voluntary’ Deportation to Return for Hearings

Aug 28, 2014 05:07 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Following a lawsuit from a civil rights organization, immigration authorities must provide access to proper legal options for detained immigrants.

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Chamber of Commerce Awards Republican Rep. David Valadao for Fighting for Immigration Reform, Drought Solutions

Aug 26, 2014 03:26 PM EDT By Scharon Harding

On Monday morning, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce presented Rep. David Valadao, R-Calif., with the Spirit of Enterprise award in recognition for his work toward immigration reform and water solutions.