Quick Bytes U.S. sees a 4.6% increase in undocumented immigrants since 2020, totaling 11.0 million in 2022. Undocumented immigrants from Mexico decline by nearly 30% since 2010, while the average age increases. Most undocumented immigrants have resided in the U.S. for over a decade, with the majority in just ten states. Demographic shifts show a ...
Quick Bytes President Biden issues an order to suspend entry for migrants crossing borders irregularly. The order includes exceptions for unaccompanied children and certain humanitarian cases. ACLU plans to challenge the new regulation, similar to its successful block of Trump’s 2018 ban. New regulation alters asylum eligibility and the process for credible fear interviews. Understanding ...
Quick Bytes “Borderland: The Line Within” documentary debuts, exposing the border industrial complex. The film features stories of asylum seekers and undocumented immigrants affected by U.S. immigration policies. Footage from a U.S. Customs and Border Protection raid on a humanitarian aid camp is highlighted. Transparency and the impact of government actions on immigration are central ...
Quick Bytes DOJ seeks to end parts of the Flores Settlement, citing new HHS regulations. Advocates worry ending Flores could risk the safety of immigrant children. New regulations allow detention in unlicensed facilities under certain conditions. Future of immigrant children’s rights uncertain as court decision on Flores looms. Understanding the Potential Termination of the Flores ...
Quick Bytes Report exposes racial profiling by Ohio law enforcement and U.S. Border Patrol. 68% of detainees were Latin American males with no criminal history. Ohio law enforcement frequently involved Border Patrol in traffic stops. Recommendations include limiting local law enforcement’s requests for Border Patrol assistance. Summary of Ohio Border Patrol and Law Enforcement Practices ...
Quick Bytes USCIS policy updates lead to increased STEM visa petitions and approvals. EB-2 visa category sees growth in national interest waiver requests. O-1A visa clarifications help foreign STEM professionals demonstrate extraordinary ability. Efforts aim to address U.S. shortages in technically skilled workers. USCIS Policy Enhancements Boost STEM Visa Petitions Recent policy clarifications by the ...
Quick Bytes President Biden signs FY 2024 funding package, avoiding government shutdown. Funding increases for border enforcement and detention, including hiring of new agents. Legal immigration policy improvements and backlog reduction efforts receive modest funding. Transparency measures enhanced for immigration agencies and programs. Summary of the FY 2024 Funding Package On March 23, President Biden ...
Quick Bytes Congress approves 2024 fiscal appropriations, cutting $150 million from FEMA’s Shelter and Services Program. Cities struggle to maintain migrant aid due to federal funding cuts, impacting shelters and services. Local governments call for federal action as they face budget constraints in supporting migrants. Reduction in SSP funding challenges the ability of states and ...
Quick Bytes USCIS extends work permit validity for immigrants up to 540 days to address processing delays. New rule aims to prevent employment lapses for 800,000 workers amidst labor shortages. USCIS has reduced average wait times for new work permits but faces challenges with renewals. Public comments on the rule and EAD renewal processing are ...
Quick Bytes Immigrants, including undocumented ones, contribute significantly to U.S. taxes. Combined household income of immigrants is $2.1 trillion, with substantial tax contributions. Undocumented immigrants pay taxes but often can’t access the benefits they fund. Dispelling myths about immigrants’ tax contributions is essential for informed discussions. Understanding Immigrant Tax Contributions Contrary to popular myths, immigrants ...
