President Biden announces a new initiative to foster family unity and stability
Source: https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/06/18/hoja-informativa-dhs-anuncia-un-nuevo-proceso-para-promover-la-unidad-y-estabilidad The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced actions to promote family unity in the immigration process, in line with the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to keeping families together. This announcement uses existing authorities to promote family unity, but only Congress can systematically reform our deficient immigration system. Under current law, non-citizens married to a […]
What are the New Restrictions at the US Border?
The United States will limit asylum applications and close its southern border with Mexico when irregular crossings exceed a weekly average of 2,500 daily. The US government will deny asylum requests and expedite deportations for those attempting to enter the country irregularly when its border with Mexico is “overwhelmed” by the arrival of migrants, President […]
Claudia Sheinbaum, First Female President of Mexico
The successor to President López Obrador achieves a sweeping victory and dominates in Congress. The capital also grants a significant triumph to the left. Also worth reading: “Trump Says He’s “Fine” with Possible Jail Time or House Arrest Following Historic Conviction“ Mexico now has its first female president. For the first time in 200 years […]
Trump Says He’s “Fine” with Possible Jail Time or House Arrest Following Historic Conviction
Former President Donald Trump stated he is “fine” with serving possible jail time or being placed under house arrest following his historic conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. “I’m okay with that,” Trump told Fox News in an interview aired Sunday when asked about potential punishments. “The other day I saw one […]
Increase in Chinese Migrants Arriving at the U.S. Southern Border
There has been an increase in the arrival of immigrants from China at the U.S. southern border, according to statistics published by Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The data also highlights the presence of migrants from India and Russia. Paula Diaz reports. Also worth reading: “What Are the New Restrictions at the U.S. Border and […]
What Are the New Restrictions at the U.S. Border and How Do They Affect Migrants?
The United States will limit asylum requests and close its southern border with Mexico when irregular crossings exceed the weekly average of 2,500 daily. What Do the New Restrictions Entail? Due to what Biden termed as “Republican obstruction” in Congress, the Democratic president used his executive authority to pass this measure by decree. It will […]
These Five U.S. Cities to Receive Priority in Asylum Applications
From: https://evtv.online/destacados/estas-cinco-ciudades-de-ee-uu-recibiran-trato-prioritario-en-solicitudes-de-asilo/#:~:text=Los%20inmigrantes%20que%20se%20establezcan,a%C3%B1os%20que%20se%20requieren%20actualmente. President Joe Biden’s administration has announced that a new list of pending cases will receive priority treatment in U.S. immigration courts, reducing the time required to resolve some single adults’ asylum applications from years to months. Immigrants settling in five cities—Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York—will be included in a “new […]
Judge Blocks Part of Florida Anti-Immigrant Law
From:https://www.democracynow.org/es/2024/5/23/titulares/judge_blocks_part_of_florida_anti_immigrant_law_arizona_gop_advances_anti_immigrant_ballot_measure In the United States, a judge in the state of Florida has temporarily blocked part of a new anti-immigrant law that would make it a felony to transport undocumented immigrants into the state. The measure is part of the policies that Governor Ron DeSantis is implementing against migrants. Also worth reading: “Senate Rejects Border […]
Senate Rejects Border Security Bill Despite Biden’s Push
From: https://www.vozdeamerica.com/a/senado-eeuu-vota-ley-fronteriza-biden-urge-apoyo-republicano/7623070.html The United States Senate has rejected the border security bill proposed by President Joe Biden’s administration for the second time, failing to overcome Republican blockades in the legislative body. The legislation received 50 votes against and 43 votes in favor, far fewer than the 60 needed for approval. Prior to the vote, senior […]
USCIS Updates Guidelines for Family-Based Immigrant Visas
From: https://www.uscis.gov/es/noticias/alertas/uscis-actualiza-las-guias-para-visas-de-inmigrante-basadas-en-la-familia Effective May 22, 2024, a petitioner filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, must inform USCIS of the beneficiary’s current address and whether the beneficiary seeks consular processing with the Department of State’s National Visa Center (NVC) or adjustment of status in the United States, if eligible. Providing this information ensures that USCIS […]
