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Trump says ready to use military, national emergency for mass deportations

Trump plans to declare a national emergency to pursue mass deportations post-election, yet faces doubts regarding legal authority and practicality.
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Undocumented? What to Know Before a Second Trump Term | KQED

The Trump administration's potential changes to immigration case priorities may create fear among immigrant communities, exacerbating a culture of terror.

SF immigration advocates prepare for 'emboldened' Trump administration

San Francisco prepares for heightened immigration challenges under a more restrictive Trump administration, particularly for asylum seekers facing domestic violence.

Undocumented? What to Know Before a Second Trump Term | KQED

The Trump administration's potential changes to immigration case priorities may create fear among immigrant communities, exacerbating a culture of terror.

SF immigration advocates prepare for 'emboldened' Trump administration

San Francisco prepares for heightened immigration challenges under a more restrictive Trump administration, particularly for asylum seekers facing domestic violence.
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#biden-administration

Judge Strikes Down Biden Initiative Shielding Immigrant Spouses From Deportation | KQED

The Biden administration's immigration initiative was ruled unauthorized, heightening concerns for immigrant families amid Trump's election and promises of strict immigration enforcement.

A Legal Showdown on the Border Between the U.S. and Texas: What to Know

The Biden administration is suing Texas over a law empowering police to arrest migrants crossing from Mexico without authorization. Federal court temporarily blocked law's implementation, citing conflict with federal law.
Case has significant implications for immigration law and border enforcement amid political divisions. Judge blocked law, emphasizing Supremacy Clause of the Constitution gives federal government authority over immigration matters.

Judge Strikes Down Biden Initiative Shielding Immigrant Spouses From Deportation | KQED

The Biden administration's immigration initiative was ruled unauthorized, heightening concerns for immigrant families amid Trump's election and promises of strict immigration enforcement.

A Legal Showdown on the Border Between the U.S. and Texas: What to Know

The Biden administration is suing Texas over a law empowering police to arrest migrants crossing from Mexico without authorization. Federal court temporarily blocked law's implementation, citing conflict with federal law.
Case has significant implications for immigration law and border enforcement amid political divisions. Judge blocked law, emphasizing Supremacy Clause of the Constitution gives federal government authority over immigration matters.
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Free Legal Aid in the Bay Area: How it Works, Where to Find it | KQED

Legal aid provides free legal representation based on income eligibility, unlike private law firms that charge for their services.
#law-enforcement

Arizona voters approve GOP-backed immigration measure

Arizona voters favor increased law enforcement powers for immigration oversight amidst federal dissatisfaction.
Prop. 314's success may lead to renewed concerns about racial profiling and resource allocation.

Migrant smuggler aided sneaking in people to the UK in lorries and van

Khaled Mahmud was sentenced to 10 years for leading a people smuggling network in the UK.
The operation involved hiding migrants in vehicles and charging them exorbitant fees.

Arizona voters approve GOP-backed immigration measure

Arizona voters favor increased law enforcement powers for immigration oversight amidst federal dissatisfaction.
Prop. 314's success may lead to renewed concerns about racial profiling and resource allocation.

Migrant smuggler aided sneaking in people to the UK in lorries and van

Khaled Mahmud was sentenced to 10 years for leading a people smuggling network in the UK.
The operation involved hiding migrants in vehicles and charging them exorbitant fees.
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The 7 Easiest Countries to Get Citizenship, From Europe to the Caribbean

Election anxiety is driving many Americans to seek second citizenship or residency abroad.
Options for obtaining citizenship include ancestry claims and investment in 'golden passport' schemes.
European Union citizenship offers significant benefits, including job and study opportunities across member nations.
#border-security

Proposal to allow Ariz. police to enforce immigration law to appear on state's ballot

Arizona voters will decide on a ballot initiative allowing local law enforcement to arrest people crossing the border illegally, amid significant opposition.

In Arizona, Immigration Policies of the Moment Mimic the Policies of the Past

Arizona Republicans are pushing for a ballot measure to make unlawfully entering Arizona from Mexico a state crime.

Judge blocks Texas law allowing police to arrest migrants

Federal judge blocks Texas law empowering police to arrest suspected immigrants
Judge ruled law conflicts with federal law over states' rights

Biden reportedly considers bypassing Congress to crackdown on migration at US-Mexico border live

White House considering using federal immigration law aspects from Trump era for crackdown on migrants crossing Mexico border.
Biden administration exploring unilateral executive actions amid challenges from Republican lawmakers.

Proposal to allow Ariz. police to enforce immigration law to appear on state's ballot

Arizona voters will decide on a ballot initiative allowing local law enforcement to arrest people crossing the border illegally, amid significant opposition.

In Arizona, Immigration Policies of the Moment Mimic the Policies of the Past

Arizona Republicans are pushing for a ballot measure to make unlawfully entering Arizona from Mexico a state crime.

Judge blocks Texas law allowing police to arrest migrants

Federal judge blocks Texas law empowering police to arrest suspected immigrants
Judge ruled law conflicts with federal law over states' rights

Biden reportedly considers bypassing Congress to crackdown on migration at US-Mexico border live

White House considering using federal immigration law aspects from Trump era for crackdown on migrants crossing Mexico border.
Biden administration exploring unilateral executive actions amid challenges from Republican lawmakers.
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The changes to Germany's immigration and citizenship rules in June 2024

New 'Opportunity Card' visa introduced in Germany in June 2024 for skilled workers from outside the EU seeking employment, with relaxed entry and working conditions.

Immigration law firm will expand nearly 10% with addition of Seyfarth Shaw team

Berry Appleman & Leiden to expand by nearly 10% with Seyfarth Shaw team addition.

Senate impeachment trial begins for Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas

The Senate held an impeachment trial for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas, a rare event for a U.S. Cabinet official in almost 150 years.
#deportation

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for modifying sanctuary city status

Mayor Eric Adams supports modifying sanctuary city laws to allow deportation of migrants who commit serious crimes.
Existing laws restrict cooperation with federal ICE agents for foreign nationals charged but not convicted of a crime.

Texas concedes law allowing judges to deport migrants may have gone too far'

Texas concedes overreach in immigration law SB4
Debate over state versus federal authority on immigration

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for modifying sanctuary city status

Mayor Eric Adams supports modifying sanctuary city laws to allow deportation of migrants who commit serious crimes.
Existing laws restrict cooperation with federal ICE agents for foreign nationals charged but not convicted of a crime.

Texas concedes law allowing judges to deport migrants may have gone too far'

Texas concedes overreach in immigration law SB4
Debate over state versus federal authority on immigration
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The Texas Immigration Law Is Doomed

Texas law SB-4, granting state officials immigration law enforcement power, is predicted to fail due to constitutional constraints.
Legal analysis sometimes involves predicting outcomes based on practicality rather than searching for correct answers through case law.

Texas law that allows arrest of migrants suspected of illegally crossing border to remain on hold

Texas law allowing arrest and deportation of migrants remains on hold after federal appeals court ruling
Justice Department argues Texas law violates federal authority and would create chaos at the border
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How the Texas Supreme Court migrant battle makes no sense

Migrants in Texas face uncertainty due to conflicting state and federal laws
Supreme Court pushes 5th Circuit to resolve Texas immigration law case quickly

US supreme court extends block on Texas police migrant law

The supreme court extended the block on a Texas law giving police broad powers for immigration enforcement.
Legal battle between Texas and Biden administration over immigration authority.

Supreme Court clears way for Texas to enforce immigration law, for now

Supreme Court allowed Texas to enforce strict immigration law
Lower court judge deemed the law likely unconstitutional

An Appeals Court Often Out of Step With the Supreme Court Notches a Victory

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has a conservative reputation, and the Supreme Court has allowed the aggressive Texas immigration law to go into effect for now.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticized the Fifth Circuit for not considering the constitutionality and harm caused by the law before allowing it to be enforced.

How Texas' plans to arrest migrants for illegal entry would work if allowed to take effect

The Texas plan to arrest migrants crossing the border is on hold pending a Supreme Court decision.
The law allows any Texas police officer to arrest migrants for illegal entry under specific circumstances.

How the Texas Supreme Court migrant battle makes no sense

Migrants in Texas face uncertainty due to conflicting state and federal laws
Supreme Court pushes 5th Circuit to resolve Texas immigration law case quickly

US supreme court extends block on Texas police migrant law

The supreme court extended the block on a Texas law giving police broad powers for immigration enforcement.
Legal battle between Texas and Biden administration over immigration authority.

Supreme Court clears way for Texas to enforce immigration law, for now

Supreme Court allowed Texas to enforce strict immigration law
Lower court judge deemed the law likely unconstitutional

An Appeals Court Often Out of Step With the Supreme Court Notches a Victory

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has a conservative reputation, and the Supreme Court has allowed the aggressive Texas immigration law to go into effect for now.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticized the Fifth Circuit for not considering the constitutionality and harm caused by the law before allowing it to be enforced.

How Texas' plans to arrest migrants for illegal entry would work if allowed to take effect

The Texas plan to arrest migrants crossing the border is on hold pending a Supreme Court decision.
The law allows any Texas police officer to arrest migrants for illegal entry under specific circumstances.
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Texas' controversial migrant arrest law is back on hold after briefly taking effect Tuesday

Texas' plans to arrest migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally were put on hold after a 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals order.
The U.S. Supreme Court initially allowed the strict immigration law but later an appeals court panel paused it again.
#protests

They fled Ukraine to the Netherlands. Why are they being expelled?

Thousands of third-country nationals fleeing Ukraine must leave Netherlands by March 4.
The Dutch government is asking this group to leave following a court ruling based on EU policy changes.

Inside France: Farmers, the far-right and fabulous French puns

The Conseil Constitutionnel rejected many high-profile additions to France's new immigration law, resulting in a bill that is closer to the government's original version.
Far-right leader Jordan Bardella criticized the ruling, but populists attacking judges can be effective in other countries.

They fled Ukraine to the Netherlands. Why are they being expelled?

Thousands of third-country nationals fleeing Ukraine must leave Netherlands by March 4.
The Dutch government is asking this group to leave following a court ruling based on EU policy changes.

Inside France: Farmers, the far-right and fabulous French puns

The Conseil Constitutionnel rejected many high-profile additions to France's new immigration law, resulting in a bill that is closer to the government's original version.
Far-right leader Jordan Bardella criticized the ruling, but populists attacking judges can be effective in other countries.
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Law Firm Managing Partner Shares Her Journey To The Top

The challenging and rewarding nature of immigration law
The importance of resilience and empathy in the field

It's Trump's Congress Again

Trump's ability to influence the legislative process has been resurrected now that he has the Republican presidential nomination in his grasp.
Failure to pass an immigration law deal could have historically damning consequences.
#france

French court annuls large part of country's new immigration law

France's constitutional council has declared parts of the country's new immigration law unconstitutional.
The annulled articles include restrictions on family reunifications and student residency permits, as well as making residing in France illegally a crime.

French court scraps large parts of hardline immigration law as unconstitutional

France's Constitutional Council rejected several measures in a divisive new immigration law.
The rejected measures include making it harder for immigrants to bring their families to France and limiting their access to social welfare.

Controversial new French immigration law promulgated by Macron

The formal text of a new immigration law was published in France, with instructions for applying the legislation already given to officials.
The law's promulgation follows the Constitutional Council's censure of 35 out of 86 articles, including controversial measures requested by the right, such as restrictions on social benefits and immigration quotas.

French immigration law: What are the measures deemed unconstitutional?

France's Constitutional Council has struck down large parts of a divisive new immigration law due to it being unconstitutional.
The law included provisions that discriminated against immigrants in accessing social welfare benefits.

French court annuls large part of country's new immigration law

France's constitutional council has declared parts of the country's new immigration law unconstitutional.
The annulled articles include restrictions on family reunifications and student residency permits, as well as making residing in France illegally a crime.

French court scraps large parts of hardline immigration law as unconstitutional

France's Constitutional Council rejected several measures in a divisive new immigration law.
The rejected measures include making it harder for immigrants to bring their families to France and limiting their access to social welfare.

Controversial new French immigration law promulgated by Macron

The formal text of a new immigration law was published in France, with instructions for applying the legislation already given to officials.
The law's promulgation follows the Constitutional Council's censure of 35 out of 86 articles, including controversial measures requested by the right, such as restrictions on social benefits and immigration quotas.

French immigration law: What are the measures deemed unconstitutional?

France's Constitutional Council has struck down large parts of a divisive new immigration law due to it being unconstitutional.
The law included provisions that discriminated against immigrants in accessing social welfare benefits.
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Immigration Law Firm Marketing: Strategies For Success

Having a national practice is different than having a state-specific legal practice.
Content marketing is the backbone of your online presence and can drive traffic to your legal services.
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French prime minister resigns following recent political turmoil over immigration

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned following political backlash over a new immigration law.
President Emmanuel Macron is seeking to appoint a new government to regain momentum in his second term.

The failure of Macron's immigration bill puts the president's inclusive en meme temps' ideology in crisis

The phrase 'en meme temps', which expresses Emmanuel Macron's pragmatism, may have died when a majority of delegates in the French National Assembly rejected the Macron government's immigration law.
Macron's en meme temps strategy, which sought to bridge the gap between left and right, is fading away as he is increasingly seen as more right-leaning.

French prime minister resigns following recent political turmoil over immigration

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned following political backlash over a new immigration law.
President Emmanuel Macron is seeking to appoint a new government to regain momentum in his second term.

The failure of Macron's immigration bill puts the president's inclusive en meme temps' ideology in crisis

The phrase 'en meme temps', which expresses Emmanuel Macron's pragmatism, may have died when a majority of delegates in the French National Assembly rejected the Macron government's immigration law.
Macron's en meme temps strategy, which sought to bridge the gap between left and right, is fading away as he is increasingly seen as more right-leaning.
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#franc

France expels nearly 5,000 foreign criminals in one year

French authorities expelled 4,686 foreign criminals in 2023, a 30 percent increase from the previous year.
Deportation of foreigners convicted of crimes is a controversial issue in France, particularly due to high-profile incidents involving these individuals.

France expels nearly 5,000 foreign criminals in one year

French authorities expelled 4,686 foreign criminals in 2023, a 30 percent increase from the previous year.
Deportation of foreigners convicted of crimes is a controversial issue in France, particularly due to high-profile incidents involving these individuals.

France expels nearly 5,000 foreign criminals in one year

French authorities expelled 4,686 foreign criminals in 2023, a 30 percent increase from the previous year.
Deportation of foreigners convicted of crimes is a controversial issue in France, particularly due to high-profile incidents involving these individuals.

France expels nearly 5,000 foreign criminals in one year

French authorities expelled 4,686 foreign criminals in 2023, a 30 percent increase from the previous year.
Deportation of foreigners convicted of crimes is a controversial issue in France, particularly due to high-profile incidents involving these individuals.
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#texa

Gov. Abbott says 'I like my chances' after Biden administration sues Texas over migrant arrest law

The Biden administration has sued Texas over a new law that allows authorities to arrest migrants who enter the country illegally.
The Justice Department argues that the law intrudes on the federal government's exclusive authority to regulate immigration and violates the Supremacy Clause of the US Constitution.

US threatens to sue Texas over law allowing state police to arrest migrants

The US Department of Justice is threatening to sue Texas if it implements a law allowing state police to arrest individuals suspected of crossing the border illegally.
Senate Bill 4 (SB4) aims to prohibit sanctuary city policies and make improper border entry a criminal offense.

Opinion | Governor Defiance Tries to Usurp Washington's Role

Texas has passed a new immigration law that allows the state to take over immigration enforcement from the federal government.
The law has been challenged in court as unconstitutional, but Texas is counting on the fight it will cause.

Justice Dept. Threatens to Sue Texas Over Migrant Arrest Law

The Justice Department is threatening to sue Texas if it enforces a new immigration law that allows the arrest of unauthorized migrants entering the US from Mexico.
The law, known as Senate Bill 4, is seen as a challenge to the Biden administration's immigration policies and has been criticized for potential constitutional violations and encouraging racial profiling.

Justice Dept. Threatens to Sue Texas Over Migrant Arrest Law

The Justice Department is threatening to sue Texas if it enforces a new immigration law that allows the arrest of unauthorized migrants entering the US from Mexico.
The law, known as Senate Bill 4, is seen as a challenge to the Biden administration's immigration policies and has been criticized for potential constitutional violations and encouraging racial profiling.

DOJ sues Texas alleging new immigration law is unconstitutional

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Texas, claiming that its new immigration law is unconstitutional.
The law, which allows local police to enforce immigration laws, has raised concerns about potential racial profiling.

Gov. Abbott says 'I like my chances' after Biden administration sues Texas over migrant arrest law

The Biden administration has sued Texas over a new law that allows authorities to arrest migrants who enter the country illegally.
The Justice Department argues that the law intrudes on the federal government's exclusive authority to regulate immigration and violates the Supremacy Clause of the US Constitution.

US threatens to sue Texas over law allowing state police to arrest migrants

The US Department of Justice is threatening to sue Texas if it implements a law allowing state police to arrest individuals suspected of crossing the border illegally.
Senate Bill 4 (SB4) aims to prohibit sanctuary city policies and make improper border entry a criminal offense.

Opinion | Governor Defiance Tries to Usurp Washington's Role

Texas has passed a new immigration law that allows the state to take over immigration enforcement from the federal government.
The law has been challenged in court as unconstitutional, but Texas is counting on the fight it will cause.

Justice Dept. Threatens to Sue Texas Over Migrant Arrest Law

The Justice Department is threatening to sue Texas if it enforces a new immigration law that allows the arrest of unauthorized migrants entering the US from Mexico.
The law, known as Senate Bill 4, is seen as a challenge to the Biden administration's immigration policies and has been criticized for potential constitutional violations and encouraging racial profiling.

Justice Dept. Threatens to Sue Texas Over Migrant Arrest Law

The Justice Department is threatening to sue Texas if it enforces a new immigration law that allows the arrest of unauthorized migrants entering the US from Mexico.
The law, known as Senate Bill 4, is seen as a challenge to the Biden administration's immigration policies and has been criticized for potential constitutional violations and encouraging racial profiling.

DOJ sues Texas alleging new immigration law is unconstitutional

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Texas, claiming that its new immigration law is unconstitutional.
The law, which allows local police to enforce immigration laws, has raised concerns about potential racial profiling.
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Love for a Librarian Who Helps Immigrants

Fred Gitner receives the I Love My Librarian Award for his work with migrants at the Queens Public Library.
Gitner is the assistant director of the Queens Library's New Americans Program, which provides informational workshops on topics such as immigration law and parenting.

Justice Dept. Threatens to Sue Texas Over Migrant Arrest Law

The Justice Department is threatening to sue Texas if it enforces a new immigration law that allows the arrest of unauthorized migrants entering the US from Mexico.
The law, known as Senate Bill 4, is seen as a challenge to the Biden administration's immigration policies and has been criticized for potential constitutional violations and encouraging racial profiling.

U.S., Mexico to Hold Talks on Slowing Border Crossings

Top Biden administration officials are flying to Mexico on Wednesday for urgent talks to slow the record pace of illegal crossings at the U.S. southern border, just as congressional negotiators are racing to reach a deal to tighten America's immigration laws.

OPINION: The French people are greater losers than Macron in immigration bill battle

The French government's proposed new immigration law was rejected without debate by five votes in the National Assembly.
The failure to pass the immigration law is an embarrassing defeat for the government, with President Macron suffering his worst parliamentary reverse.

French government vows to push on with immigration bill despite defeat

The French government is pushing forward with an immigration law despite strong opposition from various political parties.
The immigration bill aims to balance tough measures on migration with France's need for foreign workers to boost the economy.

French government vows to push on with immigration bill despite defeat

The French government is pushing forward with an immigration law despite strong opposition from various political parties.
The immigration bill aims to balance tough measures on migration with France's need for foreign workers to boost the economy.

French government vows to push on with immigration bill despite defeat

The French government is pushing forward with an immigration law despite strong opposition from various political parties.
The immigration bill aims to balance tough measures on migration with France's need for foreign workers to boost the economy.

Biden to give D-Day anniversary speech; Fat Joe fights for hospital price transparency

President Biden commemorates D-Day anniversary in France with key themes of freedom and democracy.
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