Policy Options: Protecting Immigrant Communities at the State and Local Level

Policy Options: Protecting Immigrant Communities at the State and Local Level

By Victoria Francis, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: Ryan Rodrick Beiler / 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. State and local communities are at the forefront of shaping the lives of […]

What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?

What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?

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 […]

Farm Groups Urge Trump to Spare Immigrant Workers Amid Deportation Threats

Farm Groups Urge Trump to Spare Immigrant Workers Amid Deportation Threats

By Staff Writer As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, agriculture industry groups are urgently calling for a reprieve for the millions of immigrant workers who form the backbone of America’s farming and food supply system. With the incoming administration’s vow to enforce mass deportations, farm advocates fear a drastic disruption to an already […]

Giving Thanks to the Hands That Feed America: Immigrant Farmworkers

Giving Thanks to the Hands That Feed America: Immigrant Farmworkers

By Steven Hubbard, IMMMIGRATION 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. With the approach of Thanksgiving, when many families will be celebrating with food and gratitude, it’s worth taking a moment to […]

“Invasion” Rhetoric and the Dangerous Implications of Trying to Justify Indiscriminate Mass Deportations

“Invasion” Rhetoric and the Dangerous Implications of Trying to Justify Indiscriminate Mass Deportations

By America’s Voice | Editorial credit: Artist Nadia Russ / shutterstock.com Washington, DC — As HuffPost reported this morning, Donald Trump “has confirmed reports that he plans to declare a national emergency to enact a mass deportation program. The president-elect, who repeatedly vowed to deport undocumented immigrants during his campaign, said the reports are ‘true’ in a […]

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 […]

What Trump’s Immigration Plans Mean for the U.S.

What Trump’s Immigration Plans Mean for the U.S.

By Selen Ozturk, Ethic Media Services President-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch the largest deportation program in U.S. history. This was estimated by Vice President-elect JD Vance to involve one million removals yearly. Can the U.S. afford these policies? What do these crackdowns mean for undocumented and legal immigrants? Mass deportation Based on Census […]

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 […]

President Trump’s Denaturalization Plan: Its Flaws, Racist Intent, and Unconstitutionality

President Trump’s Denaturalization Plan: Its Flaws, Racist Intent, and Unconstitutionality

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: a katz / shuttertstock.com  President Trump’s denaturalization plan represents a flawed and racially charged policy that undermines the principles of equality, due process, and inclusivity enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. Its broad application, disproportionate impact on minorities, and potential for abuse reveal a troubling agenda rooted in xenophobia […]