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Immigration crackdown threatens Haitian caregivers and the seniors who rely on them

Immigration crackdown threatens Haitian caregivers and the seniors who rely on them

A Supreme Court decision allowing the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians is rippling far beyond immigration courts
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Trump Administration's Birth Tourism Crackdown Affects Frequent Valley Visitors

Trump Administration's Birth Tourism Crackdown Affects Frequent Valley Visitors

The Trump Administration is intensifying efforts to curb birth tourism, a practice where foreigners give birth in the U.S. to secure citizenship for their children. This crackdown has led to the revocation of tourist visas for two women frequently visiting the Rio Grande Valley. Identified as Sarah and Alicia, these women claim their visas were canceled due to suspicions of birth tourism, despite their assertions of legitimate travel purposes. The revocations have disrupted their ability to visit the U.S., impacting their families and children's education. The Department of Homeland Security has not directly addressed these specific cases but has emphasized national security concerns related to birthright citizenship.
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US ICE detains Johns Hopkins researcher as airport arrests surge

US ICE detains Johns Hopkins researcher as airport arrests surge

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - U.S. immigration agents arrested a Johns Hopkins University researcher at an airport where she planned to board a domestic flight as immigration arrests by President Donald Trump's administration have surged at airports in recent weeks.
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US to make visa bond program permanent for people from dozens of countries

US to make visa bond program permanent for people from dozens of countries

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department will make permanent a visa bond program that could require applicants from 50 countries, mostly from Africa, to post bonds of up to $20,000 when seeking U.S. visas, according to a federal notice posted online on Friday.
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Long-Dormant Court Holds First Public Hearing in Afghan Woman's Deportation Case

Long-Dormant Court Holds First Public Hearing in Afghan Woman's Deportation Case

The Trump administration has activated a long-dormant court to seek the deportation of Nazira Haji Zada, an Afghan woman alleged to be an Islamic State supporter. This marks the first case heard by the Alien Terrorist Removal Court since its creation 30 years ago. Defense lawyer Matthew Farley argued that the activation of this court violates Zada's constitutional rights, urging the dismissal of the case. The court, established in 1996, had never received a petition until the Justice Department filed an application for Zada's removal. The case is part of President Trump's aggressive deportation campaign, which has led to numerous immigration proceedings.
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Appeals court rejects the Trump administration's expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants

Appeals court rejects the Trump administration's expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants

A federal appeals court says the Trump administration cannot deny immigrants detained inside the United States a chance for release on bond
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US cites 'unauthorized travel' to end DACA status for a mother of 3 deported to Mexico

US cites 'unauthorized travel' to end DACA status for a mother of 3 deported to Mexico

A woman deported to Mexico despite having legal permission to remain in the U.S. since she was a child has filed suit against the federal government
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Trump Administration Misses Deadline to Rehear Birthright Citizenship Case

Trump Administration Misses Deadline to Rehear Birthright Citizenship Case

The Trump administration has not filed a petition to rehear the Supreme Court's decision that struck down President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship. The deadline for filing the petition was July 27, and no such request appears on the court's docket. The Supreme Court had previously ruled that Trump's order was inconsistent with the 14th Amendment's citizenship clause. The decision was supported by a majority of justices, including Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, Amy Coney Barrett, and Ketanji Brown Jackson. Justice Brett Kavanaugh agreed with the outcome but for different legal reasons.
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Deadline Passes for President Trump to Challenge Supreme Court's Birthright Citizenship Ruling

Deadline Passes for President Trump to Challenge Supreme Court's Birthright Citizenship Ruling

The deadline for President Trump to request a Supreme Court rehearing on the birthright citizenship ruling has passed without any new filings. The Supreme Court had previously struck down Trump's executive order that aimed to deny automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to parents who are in the country illegally or temporarily. The decision was a significant setback for Trump, who had promised to challenge it. Despite the setback, three justices supported Trump's position, while a fourth found the plan violated federal law. Historically, the Supreme Court rarely grants rehearings, making any potential challenge unlikely to succeed.
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Increased TSA-ICE Collaboration Leads to More Airport Immigration Arrests

Increased TSA-ICE Collaboration Leads to More Airport Immigration Arrests

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have intensified their collaboration, leading to a rise in immigration arrests at U.S. airports. This partnership involves TSA providing ICE with information on noncitizen travelers, including those without criminal records but suspected of civil immigration violations. This marks a significant shift from previous practices where TSA and ICE focused on criminal offenses. The collaboration aims to increase arrest levels, aligning with the Trump administration's goal of 2,000 daily arrests. This policy change has made airports a focal point for immigration enforcement, affecting individuals with pending immigration applications or work permits.
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Deadline Passes for Trump to Request Supreme Court Rehearing on Birthright Citizenship

Deadline Passes for Trump to Request Supreme Court Rehearing on Birthright Citizenship

The deadline for President Trump to request a Supreme Court rehearing on the rejection of his birthright citizenship restrictions has passed without any new filings. The Supreme Court's 6-3 decision in June struck down Trump's executive order, which aimed to deny automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to parents who are in the country illegally or temporarily. Despite Trump's initial vow to seek a rehearing, the 25-day window has closed. The court has not agreed to rehear an argued case in over 50 years, making the likelihood of a successful petition extremely low.