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Trump Administration's Green Card Policy Change Could Force Skilled Immigrants to Leave U.S.

Trump Administration's Green Card Policy Change Could Force Skilled Immigrants to Leave U.S.

The Trump administration has announced a significant change to the green card process, requiring U.S. visa holders to return to their home countries to apply for permanent residency, except in extraordinary circumstances. This policy, outlined in a memo from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), could potentially impact hundreds of thousands of legal immigrants, including skilled professionals in sectors like healthcare and technology. Historically, the 'adjustment of status' process allowed visa holders to remain in the U.S. while their green card applications were processed, a procedure that could take over a decade due to U.S. immigration law complexities. The new rule is seen as a victory for MAGA nativists over the tech industry, which relies heavily on global talent.

Trump administration grants rare TPS reprieve, extending protections for 11,000 Lebanese

Trump administration grants rare TPS reprieve, extending protections for 11,000 Lebanese

The Trump administration has extended protections shielding about 11,000 Lebanese from deportation, allowing them to stay and work in the U.S. for another six months and marking a rare reprieve to any of the people protected by temporary measures which have been harshly criticized by Republicans

DHS Secretary Mullin's Proposal to Target Sanctuary City Airports Faces Opposition

DHS Secretary Mullin's Proposal to Target Sanctuary City Airports Faces Opposition

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has proposed a plan to reduce customs staffing at airports in sanctuary jurisdictions, which are areas that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. This proposal aims to punish these jurisdictions by potentially halting the processing of international travelers at their airports. The plan has faced significant opposition from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and the travel industry due to concerns about its disruptive impact on air travel and international trade. Despite Mullin's advocacy, the proposal has not been approved by the White House and is seen as more of a personal initiative rather than an administration-backed policy.

Trump Administration Extends TPS for Lebanese Nationals Amid Legal Battles

Trump Administration Extends TPS for Lebanese Nationals Amid Legal Battles

The Trump administration has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 11,000 Lebanese nationals, allowing them to remain and work in the United States for an additional six months. This decision, announced by the Department of Homeland Security, is notable as it contrasts with the administration's previous actions of revoking TPS for individuals from other countries such as Venezuela, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Syria. TPS, established by Congress in 1990, is designed to prevent deportations to countries experiencing natural disasters or civil strife, providing work authorization in increments of up to 18 months. The extension for Lebanese nationals comes amid ongoing conflict in southern Lebanon between Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters. The decision was automatic due to the administration missing the deadline to decide on the extension, resulting in a statutory six-month continuation.

Ghanaian Mother and Child Detained in U.S. to Return Home After Legal Battle

Ghanaian Mother and Child Detained in U.S. to Return Home After Legal Battle

Annabella Gyasi, a pregnant woman from Ghana, and her young son, who were detained at Washington Dulles International Airport despite holding valid visas, are set to return to Ghana. They were detained after Gyasi expressed fear of persecution in Ghana and sought asylum. During their detention, Gyasi experienced pregnancy complications and inadequate access to food, according to her lawyers. The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia filed a petition on their behalf, leading to a U.S. District Judge's order allowing them to return home. The Department of Homeland Security, however, stated that all detainees receive appropriate care.

White House Launches Aliens.gov Website to Track Undocumented Immigrants

White House Launches Aliens.gov Website to Track Undocumented Immigrants

The White House has introduced a new website, Aliens.gov, designed to track and report undocumented immigrants across the United States. The site features a live map for tracking arrests and a tip line for reporting 'suspicious aliens.' The website uses a sci-fi theme, with dark visuals and green fonts, and includes a ticker showing over 3.1 million 'encounters,' a term used by the Department of Homeland Security to include apprehensions and deportations. The launch of the site follows President Trump's ongoing immigration crackdown, which has led to increased arrests and confrontations. The White House defends the site as a necessary measure to highlight the risks posed by previous immigration policies.

Ghanaian mother and child who arrived in US on valid visas to fly home after detainment, lawyers say

Ghanaian mother and child who arrived in US on valid visas to fly home after detainment, lawyers say

A pregnant woman from Ghana and her young son who spent more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport have been ordered deported and are flying back to Africa, her lawyers said Friday

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Opposes Homeland Security Proposal to Cut Customs Staffing at Airports

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Opposes Homeland Security Proposal to Cut Customs Staffing at Airports

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has voiced opposition to a proposal by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, which aims to cut customs staffing at airports in sanctuary jurisdictions. Mullin's plan is intended to penalize cities and states that do not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement by potentially halting the processing of international travelers. The proposal has sparked concern within the travel industry due to its potential to disrupt operations. Despite Mullin's advocacy for the plan, two Trump officials have indicated that it is not being seriously considered by the administration, suggesting it is more of Mullin's personal initiative.

ABC News Live Prime Highlights Potential Impact of President Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

ABC News Live Prime Highlights Potential Impact of President Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

ABC News Live Prime with Linsey Davis is set to feature a series of interviews and discussions from June 1-5, focusing on various cultural and political topics. A significant segment scheduled for June 3 will address President Trump's executive order aimed at redefining birthright citizenship in the United States. The program will include a discussion with two mothers who express concern that the order, if upheld by the Supreme Court, could render hundreds of thousands of children stateless. This segment is part of a broader lineup that includes interviews with celebrities and discussions on international energy use.

Delaney Hall Detainees Stage Hunger Strike Over Alleged Poor Conditions

Delaney Hall Detainees Stage Hunger Strike Over Alleged Poor Conditions

Hundreds of detainees at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, have reportedly been on a hunger strike since mid-May. The strike, involving over 200 detainees, is a protest against alleged poor conditions, including inadequate food, delayed medical care, and prolonged detention without timely case resolution. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) disputes the existence of a coordinated hunger strike, maintaining that detainees receive appropriate care. The New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice and other advocacy groups have organized protests outside the facility, calling for an investigation into its operations. The protests have led to clashes with federal officers, resulting in arrests and the use of crowd-control measures.

Congress Members Highlight Dire Conditions at New Jersey Detention Center Amid Protests

Congress Members Highlight Dire Conditions at New Jersey Detention Center Amid Protests

Democratic members of Congress have reported dire conditions at Delaney Hall, a federal immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey. Representatives Jerry Nadler, Dan Goldman, and Adriano Espaillat described the facility as inhumane, citing issues such as inadequate food and medical care. Protests have been ongoing outside the center, with demonstrators claiming detainees are on a hunger strike. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has denied these allegations, asserting that detainees are receiving adequate nutrition. The protests have been marked by tension, with incidents involving pepper spray and arrests. The facility, managed by a private prison company, has been a focal point for immigration rights protests.

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say

A pregnant woman from Ghana who entered the U.S. on a valid visa with her son so he could get medical attention has been held for more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport, her lawyers said in court documents