Us immigration news today
Here are some of the latest US immigration news updates:
Top Stories:
- Biden Administration to End "Remain in Mexico" Policy: The Biden administration announced that it will end the "Remain in Mexico" policy, also known as the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP), which forced thousands of asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their cases were processed in the US. (Source: CNN)
- US-Mexico Border Apprehensions Reach 20-Year High: The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported that border apprehensions reached a 20-year high in February, with over 100,000 individuals apprehended. (Source: The Hill)
- ICE Raids Target Undocumented Immigrants in 7 States: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted raids in 7 states, targeting undocumented immigrants with final orders of removal. (Source: NBC News)
Other News:
- DHS to Implement New Asylum Processing System: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced plans to implement a new asylum processing system, which will prioritize cases based on the individual's risk of persecution or torture. (Source: The Washington Post)
- USCIS to Resume Premium Processing for Certain Applications: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it will resume premium processing for certain applications, including H-1B and L-1 petitions. (Source: USCIS)
- New York Sues Trump Administration Over "Public Charge" Rule: The state of New York filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the "public charge" rule, which would deny green cards to immigrants who use certain public benefits. (Source: The New York Times)
- California Passes Bill to Protect Undocumented Immigrants from Deportation: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that prohibits state and local law enforcement agencies from cooperating with federal immigration authorities in certain situations. (Source: The Los Angeles Times)
- US and Mexico Reach Agreement on Migration: The US and Mexico reached an agreement on migration, which includes increased cooperation on border security and a commitment to address the root causes of migration. (Source: The New York Times)
Recent Developments:
- US-Mexico Border Wall Construction Resumes: Construction on the US-Mexico border wall has resumed, with the Trump administration announcing plans to build 450 miles of new wall. (Source: The Hill)
- ICE Detention Centers Face Criticism Over Conditions: Detention centers operated by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have faced criticism over poor conditions, including overcrowding and lack of access to medical care. (Source: The New York Times)
- USCIS to Implement New Policy on H-1B Petitions: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced plans to implement a new policy on H-1B petitions, which will prioritize cases based on the individual's qualifications and experience. (Source: USCIS)
These are just a few of the latest US immigration news updates. If you have any specific questions or would like more information on a particular topic, feel free to ask!