MIGRATION POLICY

Nov 06 2025RELIGION

Faith vs. Policy: Catholics and the Immigration Debate

In a notable show of defiance, Catholic clergy made their way to an ICE detention center in Illinois, hoping to bring the Eucharist to detainees. Their efforts were met with a firm "no" from ICE, leaving the clergy feeling humiliated and disappointed. This incident is just one example of the growing

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor Takes on Trump

Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City, is not backing down from a fight with former President Donald Trump. Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, has been vocal about his plans to resist Trump's threats to defund the city and deport immigrants. He has also promised to "Trump-proof" New

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

A New Low for Refugee Admissions in the U. S.

The U. S. has made a big decision. It will now only allow 7, 500 refugees to enter the country each year. This is the lowest number since the refugee program started in 1980. Most of these spots are for Afrikaners from South Africa. The government says it wants to help "other victims of illegal or u

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

A Disturbing Event in Germany: Mental Health and Migration

In a recent turn of events, a German court made a significant decision regarding an Afghan man who committed a shocking crime. The man, referred to as Enamullah O. due to privacy laws, was found to have stabbed two individuals, including a young child, in a kindergarten in Aschaffenburg. This incide

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

US Government Shutdown: Workers Struggle, Trade Deals, and Global Meetings

The US government shutdown is causing real problems for workers like Jack Criss, an air traffic controller who's been on the job for 16 years. He's taking leave because of the stress and uncertainty, and he's not alone. Many federal workers are turning to gig jobs like DoorDash to make ends meet. Th

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Oct 28 2025CRIME

Uncovering the Truth: Why We Need Better Crime Data on Immigrants

There's a big problem with how we track crime data in the U. S. Right now, we don't know enough about the immigration status of people who commit crimes. This lack of information makes it hard to understand the full picture of crime involving immigrants. A senator from Indiana, Jim Banks, is pushin

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's Hispanic Support Takes a Nose-Dive

The latest poll numbers are not looking good for Trump. His favorability among Hispanic adults has taken a big hit since he started his second term. Back in March, 44% of Hispanic adults had a positive view of him. Now, that number has dropped to just 25%. That's a pretty steep decline. Things aren

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Minnesota Schools Feel the Heat from H1-B Visa Fee Hike

A sudden spike in H1-B visa fees is causing a stir in Minnesota, particularly in schools, retail, and healthcare sectors. The change, introduced by President Trump, has left many employers in a pickle. Fridley Public Schools, for instance, had to hit the brakes on hiring a dozen international staff

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Oct 23 2025POLITICS

Americans Split on Money Worries and Immigration Views

People in the U. S. have different worries and opinions based on who they are and what they believe. Many are stressed about paying for their homes and daily needs. Around 38% of Americans are anxious about this, but Democrats and independents worry more than Republicans. Hispanic and Black American

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Oct 22 2025POLITICS

Immigrant Survivors Caught in ICE's Crosshairs

A recent legal battle has sparked concerns about how U. S. immigration policies are affecting vulnerable individuals. The Department of Homeland Security insists that immigration enforcement is focused on those who pose a threat, but a lawsuit paints a different picture. It claims that a new ICE pol

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