Afghans who helped UK forces beg Sunak to back Rwanda deportation exemption
Afghans who supported British troops seek exemption from deportation to Rwanda, urging government for assistance after facing threats and risking their lives.
Peers are pressuring the government to grant asylum seekers who served alongside UK forces overseas an exemption from deportation, highlighting the challenges faced by Afghans seeking safety in the UK. [ more ]
Undocumented immigrants in the Hamptons live in encampments during winter, juxtaposed with opulent summer homes, highlighting income disparities. [ more ]
Homeless NYC migrant who 'swiped' historic FDNY boat freed without bail - immediately strikes again: sources
Homeless migrant Juan Hernandez, known as 'Boat Boy,' released without bail after boat thefts, attempts to board another ship, posing challenges for authorities. [ more ]
From China to New York, By Way of the Southern Border
Chinese migrants are arriving in New York City in significant numbers, alongside migrants from Venezuela and Latin America.
Many Chinese migrants leverage existing family and social networks within Chinese enclaves to quickly establish themselves upon arrival in New York City. [ more ]
Windrush scandal victim finally back in UK after 40 year exile in Caribbean
Richard Black, a Windrush scandal victim, finally returned to the UK after being stranded for over 40 years due to his citizenship wrongly withdrawn. [ more ]
Analysis | The problem of perceived police partisanship
Trump's controversial comments on immigrants during a Michigan speech did not elicit any reaction from law enforcement officials standing behind him.
Trump's efforts to gain law enforcement endorsements are significant due to his promises to use law enforcement against political opponents and demands for harsh treatment of protesters. [ more ]
Economic Dividend of Immigration Faces Legal and Logistical Hurdles
Immigration has fueled U.S. economic recovery post-pandemic by filling labor force gaps and meeting long-term work force needs.
Balancing job seekers with opportunities through immigration can help moderate wage inflation, keep prices in check, and address labor demand gaps. [ more ]
Florida Budgets $558,000 to Surveil Immigrants When They Go to the Doctor
Florida allocates $558,000 for surveilling patients navigating immigration system, causing fear and reducing medical treatment, including prenatal care.
Unintended consequences of Florida's anti-immigrant law include pregnant migrant women avoiding care, businesses facing criminal penalties, and economic backlash. [ more ]