Immigration Was on the Ballot in Multiple States on Election Day

Immigration Was on the Ballot in Multiple States on Election Day

By American Immigration Council Staff , IMMIGRATION IMPACT 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. On Election Day, voters gathered in various cities and states across the country to cast ballots on immigrant-related […]

Trump’s Plan to Gut the 14th Amendment and Redefine Citizenship

Trump’s Plan to Gut the 14th Amendment and Redefine Citizenship

By America’s Voice, David Leopold This is not just about deporting the undocumented, U.S. citizens are in the crosshairs too. Donald Trump and his allies appear to understand that mass deportation is likely to see a sharp backlash. It is their signature campaign promise and top policy priority and they plan to deploy the military into the streets of […]

How Big Companies get Away with Mistreating Undocumented Workers

How Big Companies get Away with Mistreating Undocumented Workers

By Fisayo Okare, Documentedny | Photo credit:  Teamsters Joint Council 16/Documentedny Around the U.S.  How unscrupulous agencies recruit and exploit undocumented workers: For years, big brands have been able to sidestep responsibility for employing undocumented migrants and for any mistreatment the migrants face. — The New York Times As sources say Trump could deport undocumented Chinese […]

Defending Naturalized U.S. Citizens Against Denaturalization: A Comprehensive Analysis

Defending Naturalized U.S. Citizens Against Denaturalization: A Comprehensive Analysis

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  President Trump’s expansion of denaturalization efforts represents a significant departure from the historical principles of fairness, stability, and equality in U.S. immigration policy. The flaws in these policies, from racial bias to constitutional overreach, highlight the need for robust legal defenses and systemic reforms. Introduction Overview of Naturalization and Citizenship in […]

Adams Affirms Sanctuary City, While Saying NYC Can Be ‘Very Helpful’ as Trump Plans Mass Deportations

Adams Affirms Sanctuary City, While Saying NYC Can Be ‘Very Helpful’ as Trump Plans Mass Deportations

By Gwynne Hogan, THE CITY | Photo Courtesy: THE CITY The mayor repeated his longstanding criticisms of the “sanctuary city” laws limiting cooperation with federal law enforcement, while saying he’d “make sure that we continue the spirit of what our laws are here.” Mayor Eric Adams offered mixed messages on Tuesday to New Yorkers wondering […]

Will Gov. Hochul Fight Trump’s Plan for Mass Deportations?

Will Gov. Hochul Fight Trump’s Plan for Mass Deportations?

By Chris Gelardi, THECITY | Photo Courtesy THECITY  Trump is poised to ramp up deportation activity in northern states like New York, which has few statewide policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. President-elect Donald Trump has made it clear: His administration will aggressively pursue “mass deportations.” States may seem powerless in the face of such […]

How Donald Trump’s Mass Deportations and Tariffs Would Impact New York City’s Economy

How Donald Trump’s Mass Deportations and Tariffs Would Impact New York City’s Economy

By Greg David, THE CITY | Editorial Credit: Leonard Zhukovsky / shutterstock.com At last week’s rally at Madison Square Garden, Donald Trump yet again pledged to “launch the largest deportation program in American history.” According to him, deporting millions of immigrants, including those who are undocumented and those who are here legally, will free up millions […]