Trump’s Mass Deportation Dragnet Sweeping Up U.S. Citizens

Trump’s Mass Deportation Dragnet Sweeping  Up  U.S. Citizens

By America’s Voice | Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com Washington, DC –  The Trump administration’s indiscriminate mass deportation measures are rapidly broadening, extending far beyond their original targets to now include U.S. citizens and legal residents. A Georgia-born citizen, Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez, was detained in Florida despite presenting his birth certificate; a New Mexico teen, Jose Hermosillo, […]

Pope Francis: A Humble Shepherd of the Poor, the Immigrant, and the Conscience of a Changing Church

Pope Francis: A Humble Shepherd of the Poor, the Immigrant, and the Conscience of a Changing Church

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Alessia Pierdomenico / shutterstock.com  A heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis — a humble leader who championed the poor, defended immigrants, called for moral leadership, reformed the Catholic Church, and guided it closer to God’s true vision for His people. In March 2013, the world witnessed a historic moment […]

Promises Made, Promises Broken Accountability in NYC’s 2025 Mayoral Race

Promises Made, Promises Broken Accountability in NYC’s 2025 Mayoral Race

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Executive Summary: After the Ballots Are Counted: Who Keeps Watch on NYC’s New Mayor? In New York City’s 2025 mayoral election, candidates are offering bold promises on housing, policing, jobs, and economic reform. But campaign promises are not legally enforceable, and history shows how quickly they can evaporate once in office. […]

A City Divided, A City United: Voter Concerns in New York City 2025

A City Divided, A City United: Voter Concerns in New York City 2025

A deep analysis of how racial and economic realities shape the concerns of white and non-white voters — and whether equitable solutions are within reach. By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Divided Priorities, Shared Struggles: NYC Voters’ Top Issues in 2025: Executive Summary In 2025, New York City voters are confronting a host of urgent challenges — […]

Working in New York: Challenges and Realities for Non-White Workers in 2025

Working in New York: Challenges and Realities for Non-White Workers in 2025

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  New York City’s economy in 2025 is a city of contradictions. Wall Street profits have soared, tech startups are thriving in hubs like Brooklyn’s Industry City, and tourism has roared back after pandemic-era slumps. Yet for hundreds of thousands of non-white New Yorkers, the reality of daily work remains precarious: unstable […]

Ranked Choice Voting: What NYC Voters Should Know in 2025

Ranked Choice Voting: What NYC Voters Should Know in 2025

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In 2025, New York City voters are once again preparing to cast their ballots using Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), a system that promises more choice, greater voter empowerment, and — for some — a little confusion. Whether you’re a seasoned participant or encountering RCV for the first time, understanding how it […]

Navigating Executive Order 14159: Legal and Strategic Solutions to Avoid Deportation

Navigating Executive Order 14159: Legal and Strategic Solutions to Avoid Deportation

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In early 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14159 titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion,” which mandates undocumented immigrants aged 14 and over to register with federal authorities. This unprecedented order triggered widespread concern over its implications, particularly regarding deportation risks for those who comply. This article explores available […]

Traffic Violence, The Speeding Bill and Families for Safe Streets

Traffic Violence, The Speeding Bill and Families for Safe Streets

By Linda Nwoke | Photos credit: IQ INC | Photo of Darnell Sealy-McCrorey, Public Advocate and Member, Families for Safe Streets Niyell London McCrorey was a vibrant and gifted young woman whose future was filled with promise. She was a ‘passionate self-taught dancer and a natural peacemaker,’ says her father, Darnell Sealy-McCrorey, Public Advocate and […]

IRS Agreement to Share Tax Data with DHS Sparks Controversy

IRS Agreement to Share Tax Data with DHS Sparks Controversy

By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com The recent agreement between the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to share tax information of certain undocumented immigrants represents a significant shift in the handling of confidential taxpayer data. This memorandum of understanding permits Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) […]