By Maribel Hastings As thousands of federal employees are laid off and thousands of immigrants are deported, the economic contributions of those immigrants that Donald Trump removes become more necessary through their federal, state and local tax payments, and their contributions to the solvency of vital programs such as Social Security and Medicare. The increase […]
By Sunita Sohrabji, Ethnic Media Services | Editorial credit: Evan El-Amin / shutterstock.com During his 100-minute speech to Congress, Trump failed to substantively address two of his key issues on the campaign trail: immigration and the economy. After three months of contemplating the fate of their party following a brutal election cycle, Democrats displayed a […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The process of applying for legal immigration status or work permits in the United States can be complex and costly. Many immigrants, due to financial constraints or lack of awareness, either self-represent or seek the help of unauthorized immigration consultants, often referred to as “notarios.” Unfortunately, errors in these applications can […]
By Janet Howard As of January 22, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has waived the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for individuals applying for adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident (green card) within the United States. This policy change means that applicants are no longer required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on […]
By Dara Lind, 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. As one of the Biden administration’s final acts on immigration, the Department of Homeland Security has announced that it is extending […]
Extension of TPS for Sudan As required by the statute, at least 60 days before the expiration of a current Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation or extension and after consultation with appropriate government agencies, the conditions in the foreign state must be reviewed to determine whether conditions for the TPS designation continue to be met. […]
Editorial Credit: Roy De La Cruz / shutterstock.com New York, NY—Today, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his fourth State of the City address at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem. Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition: “For centuries, immigrants have powered the economy and culture of New York City – and that longstanding reality is […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Green Cards, officially known as Permanent Resident Cards, serve as proof of an individual’s authorization to live and work permanently in the United States. Prior to August 1989, the U.S. government issued Green Cards without expiration dates. These cards, often referred to as “indefinite” Green Cards, remain valid today. However, there […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Paul Froggatt / shutterstock.com Mayor Eric Adams, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and City Comptroller Brad Lander have each articulated distinct positions on this issue, particularly in the context of collaboration with the Trump administration’s immigration policies. The intersection of immigration enforcement and municipal governance has become a focal point […]
Posted by Adriel Orozco | IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: Rena Schild / 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. In less than two months, President-elect Donald Trump will begin his second […]