Undocumented Workers in Florida Demand Better Wages and Conditions
In South Florida, a group of undocumented construction workers has denounced low wages and unfavorable working conditions. A recent demonstration in Miami highlighted the challenges faced by these workers, many of whom build luxury buildings while living in poverty. These employees, who lack legal documentation, face abusive labor practices and a lack of protection from […]
Arrests for Illegal Crossings at the U.S. Southern Border Drop in September
In September, arrests for illegal crossings at the U.S. southern border decreased by 7%, reaching the lowest level recorded in over four years. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), this decline comes amid changes to immigration and asylum policies implemented this year. Below is an objective analysis of the current data and […]
An Analysis of Immigration and Crime in the United States
Various recent studies analyze the relationship between immigration and crime in the United States, revealing relevant data about crime rates committed by immigrants compared to native-born citizens. Overall, these studies indicate that immigrants have lower crime rates in nearly all categories, including violent and property crimes. Comparative Crime Data Research conducted at different levels (national, […]
CBP Statistics Update for Fiscal Year 2024
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released its operational statistics for fiscal year 2024 on October 22, 2024, with an update on the data for September. This report highlights progress in border security, migration management, and actions against opioid trafficking and other security-related challenges. Reduction in Border Encounters and Border Security During fiscal year […]
