The U.S. Visa Waiver Program: An In-Depth Analysis of Overstays and Enforcement Policies

The U.S. Visa Waiver Program: An In-Depth Analysis of Overstays and Enforcement Policies

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Piotr Swat / shuttertsock.com  The United States Visa Waiver Program (VWP) facilitates streamlined travel for citizens of designated countries, promoting tourism and business engagements. However, the program faces challenges, notably individuals who overstay their authorized period and become undocumented residents. This comprehensive analysis examines the VWP’s structure, estimates […]

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, […]

New Report Shows the Devastating Costs of Mass Deportation

New Report Shows the Devastating Costs of Mass Deportation

By Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, ImmigrationImpact | Photo credit: ImmigrationImpact 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. As politicians debate the fate of millions of undocumented immigrants living in communities across the country, a new […]