IMMIGRATION CRACKDOWN

Jan 23 2025POLITICS

US to Prosecute Mayors Who Resist Deportations

The US Department of Justice is ramping up its effort to go after state and local officials who refuse to help with Trump's immigration crackdown. In a recent memo, the acting deputy attorney general, Emil Bove, instructed federal prosecutors across the country to investigate and potentially charge officials from 'sanctuary' cities for assisting undocumented immigran...

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Refugees Left Stranded after U. S. Travel Ban

Imagine you've been fleeing danger and waiting for years to start a new life in America. Many refugees had already been approved and booked their flights. But this week, the Trump administration hit the pause button on refugee travel. Thousands are now stuck, including over 1, 600 Afghans who helped U. S. troops during the war. Even those with ties to active-duty mil...

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Getting Ready: Chicago's Restaurants Brace for Immigration Checks

Soon, Sam Toia, the CEO of the Illinois Restaurant Association, might be getting a lot of phone calls. With news of upcoming immigration checks in Chicago, he's been busy preparing. "Just make sure all your team has the right documents, " he advises restaurant owners. "And if ICE officers show up, follow the rules. " Toia wants to help. He's been talking to immigrat...

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