Immigration & Border Security
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Immigration & Border Security | LATEST STORIES
Federal Government Drops COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Legal Immigrants
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services rolled back the requirement.
Chicago Community Braces for Possible Deportations of Illegal Immigrants
Local leaders say illegal immigrants should know their rights, cooperate within the law, and make a plan for the care of their children.
Some Senate Democrats Signal Support for Trump’s Border Security Agenda
Thirteen Democratic senators signed a letter, suggesting they may support GOP proposals to increase ‘immigration enforcement’ against illegal immigration.
California’s Huntington Beach Declares Itself ‘Non-Sanctuary City’
City officials say California’s sanctuary state law interferes with local agencies’ ability to comply with federal law.
Trump Orders 1,500 More US Troops to Southern Border
The troop deployment comes after Trump signed multiple executive orders to expand border security.
US Coast Guard Surges Near Haiti, Cuba, and Florida to Block Mass Migration
The directive was issued amid a push by the Trump administration to curb illegal immigration.
Federal Government Authorizes Arrests of Illegal Immigrants at Schools, Churches
A top official in the Trump administration has authorized immigration officers to make arrests at schools and churches.
DHS Reinstates ‘Remain in Mexico’ Program
The goal was to prevent illegal immigrants from making fraudulent asylum claims that gave them a pathway to await their court appearance while living in the US.
Trump’s Border Czar Confirms Deportations Have ‘Already Started’
ICE teams are targeting those who have been convicted of a serious crime and are in the country illegally, Tom Homan said.
Trump Administration Removes Coast Guard Commandant
Adm. Linda Fagan was relieved of her post in a memo issued Tuesday by the acting secretary of Homeland Security.
Trump Issues Executive Order Seeking to Designate Cartels as Terrorists
Trump orders ‘the total elimination of these organizations’ presence’ in the country.
Trump Signs Executive Order Ending Birthright Citizenship
The president said he expects an imminent challenge of the order in court.
Senate Passes Laken Riley Act, First Bill Approved by New Congress
The bill passed with support of two-thirds of the Senate, and amendments expanding the list of crimes it covers.
Trump’s Border Czar Wants to Partner With Local Law Enforcement for Deportation Operations
Tom Homan said the incoming Trump administration will enforce border security and immigration laws.
As Trump Retakes Helm, More Than 100 Executive Actions Are Expected
The 47th president is poised to issue many more executive orders than his recent predecessors.
Border Patrol Arrests Man Wanted by Interpol on Suspicion of Abuse of a Minor
An agent in San Diego County pulled over an SUV and discovered the passengers were illegal immigrants. The driver turned out to be wanted by Interpol.
US Deports More Chinese Illegal Immigrants
It was the fifth such flight to China in less than seven months, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
DHS Extends Deportation Protections to Nationals From 4 Countries
Those countries are Ukraine, Sudan, El Salvador, and Venezuela, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Laken Riley Act Advances in Senate With Bipartisan Support
Schumer and other Democrats voted to move the bill forward, but said they want debates and, possibly, amendments.
