Immigration

Immigration Border Problems: Gov. Chris Christie to Skip Mexico Border Visit During Economic, Trade Trip

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.

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

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

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

By Paola Hernández
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.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Grandfather Ordered Deported to Mexico Gets One-Year Stay of Removal

By Paola Hernández
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.

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

By Paola Hernández
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.

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

By Paola Hernández
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

By Paola Hernández
Authorities have stepped up monitoring of infamous train route In response to a record number of child migrants leaving Central America en route to the U.

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

By Paola Hernández
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.

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

By Paola Hernández
Obama Administration sticking to deadline for immigration reform In keeping a self-imposed deadline in three weeks, President Barack Obama and his legal advisers have been working on immigration reform options, Bloomberg reports.

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

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

Potential 2016 Presidential Candiate Marco Rubio Wants to Beef Up Border Security With More Cameras, Tracking and Patrol Agents

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

Immigration and Deportation Update: Mexican Authorities Deported More Unaccompanied Immigrant Minors than US

By Paola Hernández
Mexican officials are reportedly deporting unaccompanied undocumented children at a higher rate than the United States.

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

By Paola Hernández
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.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto Visits California, Criticizes 'Unethical' Governors for Denying Immigrants Rights

By Paola Hernández
On Monday, Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto began his two-day-long visit to California. On Monday, Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto began his two-day visit to California.

Immigration Reform Update: DREAMers Protest Sen. Marco Rubio, Claim Republican Wants to Deport DACA Recipients

By Paola Hernández
DREAMers protested Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., for his "flip flopping" on immigration reform.

DREAMer Recounts Difficult Journey from Mexico, DACA Opportunities, Immigration Reform Developments

By Paola Hernández
It was a difficult three-day walk for 9-year-old Rubi Sanchez and her family as they escaped life from Mexico because of the presence of drug cartels in their state. Now 19 years old, Sanchez recounted her life as an immigrant and recipient of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Religious Leaders Rally in Support of Mexican Grandfather Facing Deportation

By Paola Hernández
In two days, a Mexican-born man, Catalino Guerrero, will be on a plane back to a country he hasn't lived in for 23 years. At 57 years old, he has no living family there or any connections.

Immigration Reform Update: California Lawmakers to Pass $3 Million for Unaccompanied, Undocumented Children's Legal Aid

By Paola Hernández
California lawmakers are attempting to pass $3 million to provide legal counsel for unaccompanied, undocumented immigrant children in immigration court.

Rep. Paul Ryan Avoids DACA Questions From DREAMers During Book Signing

By Paola Hernández
Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., was confronted over his stance on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program during a book signing session in Florida.

Immigration Courts Speed Review of Undocumented Immigrant Children Due to New Obama Directive

By Paola Hernández
Immigration courts nationwide are encountering a backlog of scheduled cases as an influx of undocumentd immigrant children enter the U.S. The Baltimore Immigration Court is receiving attention for rapidly expediting cases, which could be a concern for the unaccompanied minor's future in the U.S.
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