By Esther Claudette Gittens On January 23, 2025, U.S. District Judge John C. Coughenour issued a temporary restraining order blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, labeling it “blatantly unconstitutional.” Background of the Executive Order President Trump’s executive order, titled “Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship,” sought to redefine […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens President Trump’s executive order to deny work permits to immigrants awaiting legal status decisions has profound implications for the U.S. economy and affected individuals. While the administration aims to prioritize American workers, the policy could exacerbate labor shortages, reduce tax revenue, and strain public assistance programs. Introduction On the first day […]
By Fisayo Okare, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com Trump’s executive order has led to the immediate suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. Another order aims to reinstate Remain in Mexico and terminate Temporary Protected Status. President Donald Trump has signed 11 executive orders related to immigration, which combined with his inaugural speech, […]
By April Xu, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero Experts believe the executive orders reframe immigration as a national security threat, with a strong emphasis on enforcement. While the military’s role in supporting border security has been expanded, it remains primarily focused on logistical support. President Donald Trump has signed 11 executive orders related […]
By Fisayo Okare , DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: Rabanser / shutterstock.com The Trump administration has revoked a Biden-era memo prohibiting ICE from making arrests at “sensitive locations” such as schools, churches, hospitals, and shelters, according to a new directive issued by acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman. The administration stated it “trusts” ICE to exercise […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. January 2025, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders that have significant implications for civil rights in the United States. These actions, encompassing areas such as diversity initiatives, immigration policies, and LGBTQ+ rights, represent a marked shift in federal policy. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a staunch advocate for […]
By Gabe Ortiz, America’s Voice President-elect Donald Trump confirmed reports that he plans to declare a legally dubious national emergency when he returns to power in January 2025, this time in order to carry out the “bloody” detention and mass deportation of millions of our undocumented neighbors, and likely some U.S. citizens as well. In […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: John Gomez / shutterstock.com Immediately taking office on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump has signaled an ambitious agenda to reshape U.S. immigration policy through a series of executive orders. These directives are expected to have profound implications for documented and undocumented immigrants residing in the United States. […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero / shutterstock.com The Laken Riley Act has garnered significant attention in Congress, mainly dividing lawmakers along partisan lines. Supporters argue that the legislation is necessary to ensure public safety and protect communities from repeat offenders who, under the current system, may evade detention or removal. […]
Adriel Orozco | Immigrationimpact.com| Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero / 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. “La tierra se secó.” That was my dad’s short explanation for why he left Mexico […]
