IMMIGRATION

Jan 21 2025POLITICS

How Immigration Policies Might Impact Care for Seniors

Imagine you're running a nursing home with a diverse staff from all around the world. Terry Hodge, the administrator at Bethany Health Care Center in Massachusetts, relies heavily on these immigrant workers. They help elderly residents with daily tasks like getting out of bed, bathing, and feeding.

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canadian Goods by February

U. S. President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing 25% tariffs on Canadian imports starting February 1. He made this announcement during the signing of executive orders at the White House. Trump blamed Canada, among other countries, for allowing a large number of people and the drug fentanyl to ent

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

The App that Held Hope is Suddenly Shut Down

When Donald Trump took office, he had a surprise in store for people trying to legally enter the U. S. He shut down an app that helped migrants apply for asylum. Known as CBP One, this app was set up by the previous administration to manage the flow of asylum seekers at the southwest border. But on

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Border Dreams Dashed: Migrants Face Uncertain Future

Margelis Tinoco found herself in a desperate situation. Her long-awaited appointment to enter the U. S. , scheduled through the CBP One app, was suddenly canceled. She sat with her family at the border between Ciudad Juarez and El Paso, tears streaming down her face as she spoke to her daughter in C

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Day: Big Promises and Controversial Moves

On his first day in office, former President Trump made a series of bold announcements. He declared a national energy emergency, aiming to boost domestic oil and gas production. He also targeted immigration, promising strict policies to handle the southern border crisis. Trump criticized Biden for m

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's 2025 Speech: Fact or Fiction?

President Trump started his second term with familiar themes, raising false questions about the 2020 election and criticizing law enforcement. While his inaugural speech was somewhat toned down, it still contained incorrect claims about the economy, immigration, world affairs, and investigations int

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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, f

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Mission: Redefine America's Identity

Donald Trump won the election by promising big changes. Voters want to feel strong and prosperous again. But to make this happen, Trump needs to figure out what it means to be American today. This isn't easy, and it won't happen overnight. Take immigration, for example. Are we okay with sending fami

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Immigrants' Stories: Why Silence Isn't Golden

In 2017, actor Bambadjan Bamba spoke up about his life as a DACA recipient, risking his career and family's safety. He wanted people to know that immigrants aren't threats but doctors, nurses, and actors. Now, with Trump's re-election, there's talk of ending birthright citizenship and deporting 30 m

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

California vs. Trump: A Legal Tussle Over Environment and Immigration

In a clash of ideologies, California—known for its strict environmental rules—found itself at odds with the Trump administration. Over the years, the state filed about 123 lawsuits, costing around $10 million annually. These legal battles centered around three main areas: the environment, immigratio

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