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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Mehaniq / shutterstock.com As the United States approaches a Trump administration in 2025, the rights and security of non-citizens are again under scrutiny. Immigrants who hold green cards (lawful permanent resident status) may find themselves vulnerable to shifting policies, increased enforcement, and the risk of deportation for infractions […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Drop of Light / shutterstock.com Trump’s campaign promises, their intended goals, and their potential and actual implications for New York City, a metropolitan hub that embodies challenges and opportunities distinct from the rest of the nation Donald Trump’s presidency and campaign promises were deeply rooted in the ethos […]
By Clarissa Leon, DocuentedNY |Editorial Credit: mikeledray / shutterstock.com Outside poll sites in public schools, museums and libraries, immigrant New Yorkers made their case for why they supported former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris. Crime, public safety, the economy and women’s reproductive rights were overarching concerns, but in the midst of exiting […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Introduction When a person enters the United States on a visa and overstays their authorized time, they may be subject to deportation (also known as removal). U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) often apprehends individuals who have violated the terms of their visa, leading to a deportation process. Deportation can have […]
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 […]