A newly proposed bill would eliminate the rights of those seeking asylum
Originally from: HIAS On February 4th, the United States Senate introduced a proposed bill that includes the implementation of an expulsion policy similar to Title 42, which would require the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to expel non-citizens crossing the border between Mexico and the United States at ports of entry, with few exceptions. You […]
USCIS Announces Enhanced Integrity Measures for the H-1B Program
Originally from: USCIS The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a final rule to strengthen integrity and reduce the risk of fraud in the H-1B registration process. This rule aims to ensure that each beneficiary has equal opportunities in selection, regardless of the number of registrations filed on their behalf. You might […]
Registration for TPS (Temporary Protected Status) in the United States for Venezuelan citizens kicks off.
Taken originally from: ELTIEMPO The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the opening of the re-registration period for the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for Venezuelan citizens in the United States. This initiative will allow immigrants from Venezuela to re-register until March, extending their legal status in the country for eighteen months. […]
Eviction of migrant families in New York.
By: TELEMUNDO Dozens of migrant families have begun to vacate the Row NYC hotel in Manhattan as part of Mayor Eric Adams’ strategy to alleviate pressure on the overcrowded shelters in New York City. With a 60-day limit on shelter stays, about 40 families are the first whose rights of residence have expired, marking the […]
The impact of the Cuban exodus on Mexico is a critical situation for both nations.
Originally taken from: ELMAÑANA Cuba faces what experts consider its largest migration exodus in the last 50 years, with significant consequences affecting Mexico. In the last two years, official U.S. figures reveal that 464,197 Cubans were detained by immigration authorities between 2021 and 2023, with the majority transiting through Mexico. Additionally, Mexican authorities detained 72,879 […]
Republicans Seek to Drastically Reform the Asylum Process in the United States
By: UNIVISION The need for immigration reform in the United States has sparked a bipartisan agreement, with notable disagreements about the direction such reform should take. Faced with the increase in illegal border crossings since 2020, conservative Republicans in Congress propose substantial changes to the asylum application process, from the criteria for applying to who […]
Biden Seeks Collaboration from Mexico to Stem Migration Flow
Originally from: TELEMUNDO In an effort to address the ongoing increase of migrants towards the United States, President Joe Biden has sought collaboration from Mexico, as reported by three US officials. Biden’s reliance on Mexican assistance has escalated, as previous measures implemented by his administration have only had temporary effects on immigration figures. In December, […]
Twelve Immigrant Detention Centers in the U.S. Exceed 1,000 Detainees Each
By: Infobae A report released this Friday by Syracuse University in New York reveals that twelve immigrant detention centers in the United States each house more than 1,000 foreigners, highlighting the growing pressure on the country’s immigration system. Five of these centers, which have an average daily population of over 1,000 people, are located in […]
Migrant Caravan Regroups in Mexico
By: SanDiegoUnionTribune Migrants seeking to reach the United States accuse Mexico of deceiving them and blocking their progress, while the United States blames the country for the surge in irregular crossings in December. The caravan of approximately 2,000 migrants regrouped in southern Mexico, prompting accusations against the Mexican government. U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro […]
Reduction in Waiting Times for Visa Interviews in the United States
By: Univision For Mexicans applying for tourist or business travel visas, the long wait of between 664 and 847 days for an interview at the U.S. Consulate could significantly decrease in 2024. The Department of State (DOS) assures that interview waiting times will drop to less than 90 days this year. In a report, the […]
