U.S House passes immigrant detention bill that would be Trump's first law to sign
1 month, 3 weeks ago

U.S House passes immigrant detention bill that would be Trump's first law to sign

New Indian Express  

Meanwhile, the new president has launched a slew of executive orders intended to seal off the border of Mexico to immigration and ultimately deport millions of immigrants without permanent legal status in the US. On Wednesday, Trump also cancelled refugee resettlement while his administration signalled intentions to prosecute local law enforcement officials who do not enforce his new immigration policies. House Republicans initially passed the legislation last year with support from 37 Democrats in a move that was intended to deliver a political rebuke to then-President Joe Biden's handling of the southern border. The vast majority of US adults favour deporting immigrants convicted of violent crimes, according to a recent survey by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

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Florida lawmakers pass sweeping immigration bill to help with Trump crackdown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Florida lawmakers pass sweeping immigration bill to help with Trump crackdown

Associated Press  

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida lawmakers passed a sweeping immigration bill Tuesday, setting aside half a billion dollars in public funds to help carry out President Donald Trump ‘s crackdown on those in the country illegally. In a state where roughly one in every five residents is an immigrant, the legislation would require every level of government — as well as …

Trump expands fast-track deportations, targets Biden-era parole migrants
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump expands fast-track deportations, targets Biden-era parole migrants

Firstpost  

President Donald Trump issued a series of executive orders after returning to the White House on Monday intended to deter illegal immigration and position the U.S. to deport millions of immigrants without legal status. With an aim to accelerate deportations to unprecedented levels, the Trump administration has authorised federal immigration officers to evaluate whether migrants admitted through former President Joe …

Trump immigration enforcement memo targets migrants who entered legally under Biden
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump immigration enforcement memo targets migrants who entered legally under Biden

Hindustan Times  

By Ted Hesson Trump immigration enforcement memo targets migrants who entered legally under Biden WASHINGTON, - The Trump administration is empowering federal immigration officers to consider whether to strip temporary legal status from migrants who entered through former President Joe Biden's signature "parole" programs in an effort to ramp up deportations to record levels, according to a memo issued on …

Donald Trump’s first law to sign: US Republican-led House passes immigrant detention bill
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s first law to sign: US Republican-led House passes immigrant detention bill

The Hindu  

The Republican-led House on Wednesday gave its final approval to a bill that requires the detainment of unauthorised immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, marking the first legislation that U.S. President Donald Trump can sign as Congress, with some bipartisan support, swiftly moved in line with his plans to crackdown on “illegal immigration”. Passage of the Laken Riley Act, …

House passes immigrant detention bill that would be Trump’s first law to sign
1 month, 3 weeks ago

House passes immigrant detention bill that would be Trump’s first law to sign

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The House on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that requires the detainment of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, marking the first legislation that President Donald Trump can sign as Congress, with some bipartisan support, swiftly moved in line with his plans to crackdown on illegal immigration. Still, the bill would require a massive …

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law
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2 months ago

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law

Deccan Chronicle  

Fresh off President Donald Trump's inauguration, the Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, the first measure he likely will sign into law and giving more weight to his plans to deport millions of migrants.Trump has made a broad crackdown on illegal immigration his top priority, and …

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law
2 months ago

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law

The Hindu  

Fresh off President Donald Trump's inauguration, the Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, the first measure he likely will sign into law and giving more weight to his plans to deport millions of migrants. Passage of the Laken Riley Act — named after a Georgia nursing …

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law
2 months ago

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law

New Indian Express  

“We don’t want criminals coming into our country,” Trump told supporters at the Capitol earlier Monday, adding he looked forward to holding a bill signing “within a week or so.” The bill now heads back to the Republican-controlled House, which passed its version earlier this month and will need to approve changes made in the Senate. Trump is already ending …

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law
2 months ago

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Fresh off President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, the first measure he likely will sign into law and giving more weight to his plans to deport millions of migrants. Passage of the Laken Riley Act — named after a …

Senate Passes Migrant Detention Bill On Donald Trump's First Day In Office
2 months ago

Senate Passes Migrant Detention Bill On Donald Trump's First Day In Office

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― The Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require the detention of migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, as well as grant power to states to challenge federal immigration policies ― a big win for newly sworn-in president Donald Trump. Republicans made passing the bill, named the Laken Riley Act after a Georgia …

Senate passes immigrant detention bill, which may be the first item Trump signs into law in new term
2 months ago

Senate passes immigrant detention bill, which may be the first item Trump signs into law in new term

LA Times  

Sen. Katie Britt talks to reporters at the Capitol about a bill to detain unauthorized immigrants accused of certain crimes, as senators stand behind her. Fresh off President Trump’s inauguration, the Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require federal authorities to detain unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and certain other crimes, the first measure he likely will sign …

The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign
2 months ago

The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate is heading toward a final vote on legislation that would give states the power to challenge federal immigration policies and require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, setting a new tone on immigration as Donald Trump enters the White House. Newly in the majority, Senate Republicans have made the so-called Laken …

Democrats Help Clear Way For Trump's First Legislative Victory
2 months ago

Democrats Help Clear Way For Trump's First Legislative Victory

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Donald Trump is set to notch his first big legislative win quickly after being sworn in as the nation’s 47th president — and he has Democrats to thank for it. “This issue, you know, because we’re a border state, has a big impact on us.” Even Democrats who opposed the bill acknowledged that their party is struggling …

Senate ends debate on Laken Riley Act, setting up rollback of migrant rights with Democratic support
2 months ago

Senate ends debate on Laken Riley Act, setting up rollback of migrant rights with Democratic support

Salon  

The Senate on Friday voted 61-35 to break the filibuster and end debate on the Laken Riley Act, advancing a contentious bill that would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement to detain and potentially deport undocumented immigrants arrested for — but not necessarily convicted of — various crimes, including burglary, shoplifting and theft. In remarks ahead of Friday's cloture vote, Senate …

The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign
2 months ago

The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump’s first law to sign

LA Times  

“The American people are rightly concerned about the illegal immigration crisis in this country, and they sent a clear message in November that they want to see it addressed,” said Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a South Dakota Republican. The Senate is heading toward a final vote on legislation that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft …

Senate Democrats say they will vote to advance bill to detain migrants accused of crimes
2 months, 1 week ago

Senate Democrats say they will vote to advance bill to detain migrants accused of crimes

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Newly in the minority, Democrats say they will vote with Republicans to advance legislation that would require federal authorities to detain unauthorized immigrants who have been accused of certain crimes — one of President-elect Donald Trump’s priorities as he assumes office later this month. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer announced ahead of the vote on Thursday that he …

Key Senate Democrats come out in favor of "Laken Riley" bill that could enable mass deportations
2 months, 1 week ago

Key Senate Democrats come out in favor of "Laken Riley" bill that could enable mass deportations

Salon  

Senate Democrats are facing an early test on how much to cooperate with President-elect Donald Trump and his new GOP majority with the so-called Laken Riley Act, which would mandate that the Department of Homeland Security detain and potentially deport undocumented immigrants accused — but not necessarily convicted — of nonviolent crimes such as trespassing and theft. “That’s one of …

Trump's Immigration Plan: A Mass Deportation and Travel Ban Odyssey
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump's Immigration Plan: A Mass Deportation and Travel Ban Odyssey

Live Mint  

Trump proposes a range of policies aimed at restricting and controlling immigration, including reinstating the Remain in Mexico program, implementing travel bans on specific countries or ideologies, and launching the largest deportation effort in U.S. history. Trump also pledges to end automatic citizenship for children born to immigrants illegally and to impose stricter border security measures, including building a wall …

Democrats grapple with the right way to talk about Biden’s immigration policies
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Democrats grapple with the right way to talk about Biden’s immigration policies

CNN  

Phoenix CNN — Laura Grant has been keeping tabs on what Congress has done – or not done – to overhaul US immigration and border policy. “Trump killed it – not once, but twice,” Biden campaign spokeswoman Fabiola Rodriguez said in a statement to CNN after Thursday’s vote. A recent memo from House Democrats’ campaign arm said candidates would go …

Border bill fails Senate test vote as Democrats seek to underscore Republican resistance
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Border bill fails Senate test vote as Democrats seek to underscore Republican resistance

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans again blocked a bill meant to clamp down on the number of migrants allowed to claim asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sought Thursday to underscore GOP resistance to the proposal. The Democratic leader said it would “show the public who’s on what side and in June we’re going to spend …

Senate shoots down immigration reform once again, per Trump's orders
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Senate shoots down immigration reform once again, per Trump's orders

Salon  

The Senate voted down a bipartisan immigration reform package a second time, after Donald Trump urged Republicans to kill the bill to prevent a political win by his November opponent. The bill, which would upgrade the asylum-seeking process, toughen border enforcement and increase security presence, and streamline deportations, ending the so-called “catch and release” practice, was carefully designed to reach …

Biden administration will propose tougher asylum standards for some migrants at the border
10 months, 1 week ago

Biden administration will propose tougher asylum standards for some migrants at the border

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration plans to propose a new rule Thursday aimed at speeding up the asylum claims process for some migrants — a potential prelude to broader actions from President Joe Biden later this year that would impose a bigger crackdown at the border. Biden continues to mull larger executive action on the border, whose timing depends in …

Embattled immigration deal shows rightward lurch for Biden and Democrats
1 year, 1 month ago

Embattled immigration deal shows rightward lurch for Biden and Democrats

Al Jazeera  

A deal for new border restrictions in exchange for foreign aid may fail, but it reveals a platform change for US Democrats, experts say. “This bill would also give me, as President, the emergency authority to temporarily shut down the border when it becomes overwhelmed,” Biden said. “Not just going back all the way to what Joe Biden had campaigned …

Trump urges Republicans to reject border and Ukraine aid bill
1 year, 1 month ago

Trump urges Republicans to reject border and Ukraine aid bill

The Telegraph  

Donald Trump has told Republicans to reject a $118 billion bipartisan border deal which links tougher immigration laws and aid for Ukraine and Israel. Urging Senators to vote in favour of the bill on Wednesday, Joe Biden told Republicans to stop “playing politics” and pass the legislation. On Truth Social, he wrote: “Only a fool, or a Radical Left Democrat, …

House Republicans pass new asylum restrictions as Title 42 ends; Biden promises veto
1 year, 10 months ago

House Republicans pass new asylum restrictions as Title 42 ends; Biden promises veto

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House Republicans passed a sweeping bill Thursday to build more U.S.-Mexico border wall and impose new restrictions on asylum seekers, creating a hard-line counter to President Joe Biden’s policies just as migrants are amassing along the border with the end of coronavirus pandemic restrictions. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy called the package “the strongest border security bill this country …

US Republicans pass ‘extreme’ immigration bill as Title 42 ends
1 year, 10 months ago

US Republicans pass ‘extreme’ immigration bill as Title 42 ends

Al Jazeera  

Democrats say the bill passed in the House is a ‘ban on asylum’ and is not expected to advance in the US Senate. “It will build a medieval border wall that is a 14th-century solution to a 21st-century problem.” The bill would also scrap a program that has allowed US officials to accept or quickly turn away some migrants and …

Biden would veto House GOP bill on border enforcement
1 year, 10 months ago

Biden would veto House GOP bill on border enforcement

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden would veto a House GOP bill that aims to restrict asylum, build more border wall and cut a program that allows migrants a chance to stay in the U.S., including Ukrainian refugees, the White House said Monday. “Because this bill does very little to actually increase border security while doing a great deal to trample …

Democrats make last effort to keep immigration reforms in social spending bill
3 years, 3 months ago

Democrats make last effort to keep immigration reforms in social spending bill

LA Times  

House Democrats last month passed legislation that would offer protection from deportation for millions of immigrants for the first time in more than 35 years. The immigration provisions — part of a $1.85-trillion social spending bill — probably represent Democrats’ last chance to achieve reforms to the nation’s immigration system before the 2022 midterm election. The bill, which Democrats call …

Dems trying to include help for immigrants in Biden plan
3 years, 4 months ago

Dems trying to include help for immigrants in Biden plan

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats were preparing to try letting millions of immigrants stay temporarily in the U.S. as part of the party’s massive economic plan, people involved in the effort said Thursday, as the White House released an outline of President Joe Biden’s trophy domestic legislation. They said the provision would help around 7 million migrants remain temporarily in the …

Dems consider new immigration plan for domestic policy bill
3 years, 5 months ago

Dems consider new immigration plan for domestic policy bill

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats may propose that the government exercise its existing parole power to let migrants stay temporarily in the United States, aides and advocates said Wednesday, in the party’s latest attempt to use its expansive domestic policy bill to help millions of immigrants. Last month, the Senate’s nonpartisan parliamentarian said two earlier, more sweeping Democratic immigration proposals could …

Here Are The Big Policies In Democrats’ $3.5 Trillion Budget Reconciliation Plans
3 years, 7 months ago

Here Are The Big Policies In Democrats’ $3.5 Trillion Budget Reconciliation Plans

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Nothing less than Joe Biden’s legacy as president of the United States is riding on the success of the budget reconciliation plans Democrats unveiled Monday. “This new monthly child benefit is Social Security for our children, and represents a fundamental reordering in the commitments this country makes to its children and their families.” Paid Leave Democratic lawmakers …

Democrats Unveil Sweeping Immigration Bill
4 years, 1 month ago

Democrats Unveil Sweeping Immigration Bill

NPR  

Democrats Unveil Sweeping Immigration Bill Enlarge this image toggle caption Jemal Countess/Getty Images for UndocuBlack Net Jemal Countess/Getty Images for UndocuBlack Net Updated 4:25p.m. Citizenship Act of 2021, an immigration bill that includes setting up a path to citizenship for the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the United States. "I look forward to working with leaders in the …

Joe Biden plans to release immigration bill that would grant path to citizenship to 11 million
4 years, 1 month ago

Joe Biden plans to release immigration bill that would grant path to citizenship to 11 million

Daily Mail  

Joe Biden plans to release an immigration reform bill that would grant path to citizenship to 11 million undocumented immigrants, according to a report Monday. Joe Biden plans to release an immigration reform bill that would grant path to citizenship to 11 million undocumented immigrants, according to a report Monday Democrat Sen. Robert Menendez said the plan 'is about fixing …

Border bill exposes Dems’ rift over limits of fighting Trump
5 years, 8 months ago

Border bill exposes Dems’ rift over limits of fighting Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats have convulsed into their deepest and most bitter rifts since taking House control in January, and it took a motherhood and apple pie issue like improving horrific conditions for children and other migrants seized crossing the southwest border to do it. “It is not good for our unity,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., a liberal leader, …

House passes bill that would provide a pathway to citizenship for many undocumented immigrants
5 years, 9 months ago

House passes bill that would provide a pathway to citizenship for many undocumented immigrants

CNN  

CNN — The Democratic-controlled House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday that would provide a pathway to citizenship for more than one million undocumented immigrants, a move that comes amid a fierce debate over illegal immigration. The chamber erupted in cheers of, “Sí se puede,” translated to, “Yes, we can.” While Democrats secured the bill’s passage in the House, the …

Trump to launch new immigration overhaul push
5 years, 10 months ago

Trump to launch new immigration overhaul push

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — After years of setbacks and stalemates, President Donald Trump will lay out yet another immigration plan on Thursday as he tries to convince the American public and lawmakers that the nation’s legal immigration system should be overhauled. The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to outline the plan before Trump’s announcement, said the U.S. would award the …

Trump introduces sweeping changes to asylum in memo
5 years, 10 months ago

Trump introduces sweeping changes to asylum in memo

CNN  

CNN — President Donald Trump on Monday evening proposed sweeping changes to how the US treats asylum-seekers, including charging fees to file asylum applications and limiting access to work permits. In a memo for the attorney general and homeland security secretary, Trump orders them to develop policies to settle asylum applications within 180 days of filing; require a fee for …

Despite Pressure From Trump, House Democrats See No Urgency To Pass A Border Bill
5 years, 11 months ago

Despite Pressure From Trump, House Democrats See No Urgency To Pass A Border Bill

NPR  

Despite Pressure From Trump, House Democrats See No Urgency To Pass A Border Bill Enlarge this image toggle caption Jacquelyn Martin/AP Jacquelyn Martin/AP President Trump is trying to ratchet up public pressure on congressional Democrats to bend to his administration's will on immigration, but the House majority is dismissing new White House proposals to discourage the surge of migrants at …

House OKs Democrats’ bill blocking Trump emergency on wall
6 years ago

House OKs Democrats’ bill blocking Trump emergency on wall

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House Democrats have ignored a veto threat and passed legislation that would stymie President Donald Trump’s bid for billions of extra dollars for a U.S.-Mexico border wall. The White House, in a letter to lawmakers threatening a veto, said blocking the declaration would “undermine the administration’s ability to respond effectively to the ongoing crisis” at the border. Democrats …

The Border Wall Isn't The Only Reason Democrats Oppose Plan To End The Shutdown
6 years, 2 months ago

The Border Wall Isn't The Only Reason Democrats Oppose Plan To End The Shutdown

NPR  

The Border Wall Isn't The Only Reason Democrats Oppose Plan To End The Shutdown Enlarge this image toggle caption Gregory Bull/AP Gregory Bull/AP Democrats and immigrant rights groups were quick to oppose President Trump's proposal to end the government shutdown over the weekend because it includes $5.7 billion for an expanded border wall. When he announced his proposal on Saturday, …

Trump to offer immigration compromise to Democrats for wall funding: Reports
6 years, 2 months ago

Trump to offer immigration compromise to Democrats for wall funding: Reports

Associated Press  

President Trump is expected to offer a compromise to Democrats Saturday to end the government shutdown by granting protections for some illegal immigrants in return for $5.7 billion in border wall funding. According to the proposal first reported by Axios, Mr. Trump will support the BRIDGE Act, a bipartisan bill that grants protections from deportation for people who qualified for …

Democratic lawmakers reject Trump’s latest immigration proposal
6 years, 2 months ago

Democratic lawmakers reject Trump’s latest immigration proposal

CNN  

Washington CNN — Democratic lawmakers on Saturday rejected President Donald Trump’s proposal to extend some non-permanent protections for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients and individuals with Temporary Protected Status in exchange for border wall funding. Statements from legislators rolled in following the President’s announcement: Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Prior to Trump’s speech, Pelosi, a California Democrat, issued …

Trump will address nation and visit border to press for a wall as shutdown drags on
6 years, 2 months ago

Trump will address nation and visit border to press for a wall as shutdown drags on

LA Times  

President Trump will address the nation on Tuesday night and travel on Thursday to the U.S.-Mexico border to press his case for a wall there, amid a partisan funding impasse over the issue that has kept the government partially shut down into a third week. The president tweeted on Monday that he would speak on national television at 9 p.m. …

House Democrats unveil their first big bill: Protecting democracy in the Trump era
6 years, 2 months ago

House Democrats unveil their first big bill: Protecting democracy in the Trump era

Salon  

President Trump's government shutdown, as he admitted to congressional leaders on Wednesday, is all about preserving his ego and refusing to admit the border wall was always a ridiculous, racist fantasy. On Thursday, House Democrats unveiled their first piece of legislation this session, an ambitious bill that would take major steps toward rolling back Republican assaults on our democratic systems. …

US border: Federal judge blocks Trump asylum ban for migrants crossing illegally
6 years, 4 months ago

US border: Federal judge blocks Trump asylum ban for migrants crossing illegally

CNN  

CNN — In an order laced with language accusing President Donald Trump of attempting to rewrite immigration laws, a federal judge based in San Francisco temporarily blocked the government late Monday night from denying asylum to those crossing over the southern border between ports of entry. Judge Jon S. Tigar of the US District Court for the Northern District of …

Trump admin, advocates await next move in asylum lawsuit
6 years, 4 months ago

Trump admin, advocates await next move in asylum lawsuit

CNN  

CNN — Immigration advocates who filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration’s asylum ban are waiting for the court’s first move, which is expected on Tuesday. Before the ban even became operational Saturday morning, the American Civil Liberties Union, Southern Poverty Law Center and Center for Constitutional Rights sued the administration on behalf of various asylum and refugee assistance …

​Trump-backed Immigration Reform Bill Fails in US House
6 years, 8 months ago

​Trump-backed Immigration Reform Bill Fails in US House

News 18  

Washington: A Republican “compromise” bill reforming US immigration law failed spectacularly in Congress on Wednesday, dealing a blow to President Donald Trump’s efforts to resolve a simmering border crisis that has seen thousands of migrant families separated. Lawmakers rejected the Border Security and Immigration Reform Act by an overwhelming 121 to 301, with all Democrats opposing the bill, along with …

Immigration bill’s demise shows holes in Trump lobbying strategy
6 years, 8 months ago

Immigration bill’s demise shows holes in Trump lobbying strategy

CNN  

CNN — The overwhelming defeat of a Republican leadership-backed immigration bill on Wednesday highlighted the unsuccessful lobbying push by President Donald Trump and some members of his administration who actively pushed for the bill’s passage – though not always with the same enthusiasm as Trump’s all-capital tweet. Trump’s tweet encouraged House Republicans to “PASS THE STRONG BUT FAIR IMMIGRATION BILL, …

Trump tells Republicans to 'stop wasting their time' on immigration bills
6 years, 9 months ago

Trump tells Republicans to 'stop wasting their time' on immigration bills

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump told Republicans in Congress on Friday to stop squabbling internally about immigration fixes that would solve the border crisis, and wait until after the November midterms bring larger GOP majorities to the Capitol. Donald Trump told Republicans in Congress on Friday to stop squabbling internally about immigration fixes that would solve the border crisis, and wait until after …

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