The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

By Laila Khan, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: 5 second Studio / shutterstock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. For over a century, the United States has applied the principle of jus soli, […]

Immigrants Do Not Commit More Crimes in the US, Despite Fearmongering

Immigrants Do Not Commit More Crimes in the US, Despite Fearmongering

By American Immigration Council, Yared Avalos Iniguez| Editorial credit: Chad Zuber / shuttertsock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. Across the globe, immigrants are increasingly being blamed for committing crimes, with right-wing groups […]