IMMIGRATION

Apr 12 2025POLITICS

College Grad Faces Deportation Battle

A recent ruling in Louisiana has given the green light for the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil. This decision is part of a larger effort to clamp down on pro-Palestinian activities on college campuses across the United States. Khalil, a Columbia University alumnus and legal permanent resident, is now facing the possibility of being sent back to his home country. The j...

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Apr 12 2025POLITICS

Student Activist's Fight for Stay in US Hits Roadblock

A judge has made a surprising decision. Mahmoud Khalil, a student activist, can be deported. This is because of his involvement in protests. The judge believes Khalil's actions could harm U. S. foreign policy. This ruling came as a shock to many. It could affect other international students too. Khalil is a green card holder. He is married to an American citizen. Th...

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

The Fight to Bring Back a Man Wrongly Sent Away

A federal judge in Maryland is pushing the government to bring back a man who was sent to El Salvador by mistake. The judge wants the government to do everything it can to get him back to the United States as soon as possible. The man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, was deported even though he had been living in Maryland for over a decade with his family, who are all U. S. ci...

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

A Man's Fight to Return Home After a Wrongful Deportation

The Supreme Court recently made a significant decision regarding Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a man from Maryland. He was wrongly sent to El Salvador and is now in custody there. The court ordered the Trump administration to help bring him back to the United States. The court's decision came after a district court judge had already ordered Abrego Garcia's return. T...

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

Immigration Crackdown: The Shocking Move to Deactivate Social Security Numbers

A recent government move has put a spotlight on immigration policies. Over 6, 000 immigrants, who were legally allowed to stay in the United States, have had their Social Security numbers deactivated. This change effectively cuts them off from essential services and work opportunities. This action is part of a larger effort to push these immigrants to leave the coun...

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

New Support for Crime Victims: A Shift in Immigration Policy

The Department of Homeland Security has brought back a program. It is called the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement office. This office is there to help families. These families have been hurt by crimes committed by people who are not documented. The office is part of a bigger plan to deal with immigration. This plan includes both legal and illegal im...

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Apr 10 2025POLITICS

A Lawyer's Border Detention Raises Questions

A lawyer from Michigan found himself in a difficult situation recently. Amir Makled was stopped by immigration officials when he returned from a family trip to the Dominican Republic. This happened at Detroit Metro Airport. His wife and kids got through without any problems. But when it was Makled's turn, things took a different path. Agents called for backup from t...

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Apr 09 2025POLITICS

A Caregiver's Unexpected Detention

Alfredo Orellana, known as Alex, was more than just a caregiver. He was a friend and companion to Luke Ferris, a 28-year-old with severe autism. They shared many activities together, like working out, enjoying tacos, and playing video games. They even had their own special greeting, an elbow bump. This bond was clear to Luke's mother, Lena, who lived in Falls Church,...

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Apr 09 2025POLITICS

Screening Social Media: The New Way to Keep an Eye on Immigrants

The U. S. has rolled out a new plan to keep tabs on immigrants. Starting now, the government will be checking social media accounts for signs of antisemitic behavior. This move is aimed at those seeking permanent residence and students tied to educational institutions. The goal is to weed out potential threats and ensure that those who support harmful ideologies don'...

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Apr 08 2025POLITICS

Border Changes: Migrants Face New Challenges

The U. S. government has made a significant change to its immigration policies. Migrants who entered the country using a specific online tool during the previous administration are now being asked to leave. This tool, known as CBP One, allowed over 900, 000 people to enter the U. S. since January 2023. These individuals were permitted to stay for two years and work l...

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