Immigration Law
Is the Era of Hardline Immigration Policy Over?
The Biden administration brought another vision regarding immigration The US experienced a period of hardline immigration policies under the Donald Trump administration between 2017 and early 2021, something that had not happened in many years. Former President Trump set a record by making more than 400 changes to the immigration system, which undoubtedly restricted, limited,…
Read MoreWhat Do Americans Think About the Path to Citizenship?
Path to Citizenship – A Controversy that Never Stops Immigration has always been a controversial topic in the US, but the focus of this social debate is primarily related to irregular immigration, border security, immigration law enforcement and foreigners currently residing in the country undocumented. Over the past several decades, more specifically since the mid-1980s…
Read MoreAdvocates Condemn Biden’s New Immigration Blueprint
Biden’s New Approach to Immigration In January 2021, following the highest-voted election in the US’ history, President Joe Biden arrived to the White House with the firm intention of restructuring the entire immigration system through comprehensive reform. Initially, Biden’s plan was to remove or rescind certain policies and rules (implemented by his Republican predecessor Donald…
Read MoreProposed Federal Budget Resolution Includes Immigration
The Biden administration includes immigration in budget resolution On Monday, August 9, 2021, the Biden administration unveiled the “FY2022 Budget Resolution Agreement Framework”, which was sent to Senate Democrats for respective review. The Biden administration plans to use the reconciliation process to pass this proposal, which will allow it, provided it meets certain eligibility requirements,…
Read MoreLawmakers Call on Congress to Protect ‘Documented Dreamers’
Lawmakers send letter to Congress to protect ‘Documented Dreamers’ On Monday, August 9, 2021, a group of more than 20 lawmakers sent a letter to several congressional leaders, asking to open a path to citizenship for young immigrants known as Documented Dreamers. Who are the ‘Documented Dreamers’? The term Documented Dreamers refers to young immigrants…
Read MoreImplications of Using Immigration Law Enforcement as a Deterrent
Misinformation about strict immigration policies Irregular migration has naturally been quite a controversial issue throughout the history of the US, especially because this North American nation is the destination of millions of foreigners, who yearn to build a promising future and find economic stability. The social debate surrounding undocumented immigrants is strongly related to the…
Read MoreAre There any Viable Options to Save DACA?
DACA – The Only Alternative for Thousands of Dreamers The term Dreamers refers to young immigrants who came to the US without legal documentation when they were minors. They have been a part of the American culture for as long as they can remember and, throughout history, have become a mainstay of the national economy…
Read MoreCongress Holds the Path to Citizenship in Its Hands
A Path to Citizenship for Millions of Dreamers Dreamers are an important and recognized community among immigrants currently residing in the US. This term refers to young immigrants who came to the country without legal documentation when they were minors and who, for the vast majority, have resided in North America for as long as…
Read MoreAdvocates Legally Challenge Biden over Title 42 Again
The global pandemic and border restrictions It is clear that the Trump administration had the intention and purpose to reduce immigration levels in the US, arguing that the massive influx of foreigners is a negative thing for the country. Trump’s anti-immigrant narrative was undoubtedly one of the most striking and influential aspects for the American…
Read MoreIs Biden Thinking about Including Immigration in the Reconciliation Process?
The Biden Administration Intends to Restructure the Immigration System It is no secret that the Biden administration has a strong intention to reshape the local immigration system through comprehensive reform, which needs congressional approval. In fact, Biden’s stance on immigration was one of the influential factors in his winning the November 2020 election and becoming…
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