IMMIGRATION

Dec 08 2024POLITICS

Trump's Hypothetical Presidency: Pardons, Tariffs, and Immigration

Former President Donald Trump has been vocal about his plans if he were to return to the White House. He's hinted at pardoning individuals involved in the 2021 US Capitol attack on his first day, suggesting they've been unfairly treated. He believes the system has flaws that harm these individuals.

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Dec 06 2024OPINION

Republicans Face Off: Trump’s Picks vs. D. C. 's Old Guard

The recent election results were clear: people wanted change. Yet, some Republican senators aren’t on board. They’re blocking President Trump’s cabinet picks, that would bring in a new and needed watchdog mentality. Matt Gaetz for attorney general and Pete Hegseth for defense secretary were solid ch

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Trump’s DEA Pick Steps Back: Who Made the Call?

In a surprising turn of events, Chad Chronister, Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, announced that he won’t be taking the job after all. Those close to the situation might be confused about who really made the decision. Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County,

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Dec 05 2024CRIME

The Illegal Immigrant Behind Chicago's Latest Hate Crime

On October 26, a 22-year-old man from Mauritania named Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi opened fire on an Orthodox Jewish man in Chicago's West Rogers Park neighborhood. The attacker, who was in the U. S. illegally, targeted the man because of his religion. Abdallahi had been in the country since March 2023,

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

How Immigration and Education Affect Health as You Age in Europe

In recent times, Europe has seen a shift in its population due to immigration, sparking curiosity about how this affects aging. This study compares the health decline over time between immigrants and native Europeans aged 50 and above. Using data from the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in E

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Nov 28 2024POLITICS

What's Up with Trump's Plan for Sanctuary Cities?

Ever wondered what happens when a city doesn't play ball with federal immigration rules? Well, President-elect Donald Trump's team is cooking up a plan to make life tough for these so-called "sanctuary cities. " These places, mostly run by Democrats, don't always help out with deportations. Trump's

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Texas Searches for Land to Help Trump's Deportation Plans

Texas is looking for land to help the incoming Trump administration with its deportation plans. Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham said her office is spotting suitable properties across the state's 13 million acres. The project is named after Houston girl Jocelyn Nungaray, who was sadly killed

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Politicians Debate Funding for Cities Protecting Illegal Immigrants

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is making waves by calling on leaders of "sanctuary cities" to explain why they deserve federal funding. These cities typically don't help the federal government enforce tough immigration laws. Greene, now heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) u

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Violence and Migrants: The Hidden Faces of Insecure Status

Imagine going to a different country, hoping for a better life, but suddenly, you find yourself without any legal protection. This is the reality for millions of people worldwide due to strict immigration laws. These migrants often live in what we call an "insecure migration status, " meaning they d

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

NYC Lawmaker Calls for Scrap of Sanctuary Policies, Citing Criminal Migrant Concerns

A Queens Democrat, Robert Holden, recently penned a letter to top city and state leaders, including Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul. The core of his concern? The sanctuary policies in New York City and state, which he believes protect criminal migrants and put New Yorkers in danger. Holden argues th

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