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Politicians sit and shake hands as Trump stand over them inside the Oval Office of The White House.

Shani Saxon Jul 29, 2019 3:08PM EDT

Guatemala and U.S. Could Unleash Political Crisis With New Deal to Restrict Asylum

The “safe third country” agreement could threaten the lives of thousands of Central Americans.

Shani Saxon Jul 3, 2019 12:31PM EDT

DHS Hits Undocumented Immigrants with Fines of Up to $500,000

The Trump administration is seeking to charge those who did not leave the United States after being ordered to do so.

Outside view of a brown brick hospital emergency room, with ambulance written above the main door.

Shani Saxon Jun 10, 2019 5:48PM EDT

Doctors Say Migrants in Need of Medical Care Are Treated Poorly

Recently apprehended asylum-seekers who are only in custody because of their immigration status are reportedly victimized via extreme security measures.

Kenrya Rankin Nov 2, 2015 11:38PM EST

Paul Ryan Says House Won’t Tackle Immigration Reform During Obama’s Term

House Speaker Paul Ryan: “I think it would be a ridiculous notion to try and work on an issue like this with a president we simply cannot trust on this issue.”

Sameer Rao Sep 24, 2015 12:11PM EDT

Child Makes It To Popemobile, Asks Francis to Assist in Family's Immigration Case

A five-year-old somehow made it past an epic blockade in Washington, D.C. to deliver the visiting Pope a pro-immigration reform message.

Carla Murphy Nov 20, 2014 2:22PM EST

Could Pres. Obama's Action on Immigration Help the Fight for $15?

Increasing the minimum wage may require immigration reform

Aura Bogado Aug 29, 2014 4:10PM EDT

Obama Suggests He Won't Provide Immigration Relief Before Election

Immigration enforcement could actually get tougher until then

Aura Bogado Jun 30, 2014 3:45PM EDT

Obama to Use Executive Action to Increase Border Enforcement

The president once again blamed Republicans for not passing comprehensive immigration reform.

Aura Bogado May 6, 2014 7:00AM EDT

Jose Antonio Vargas Opens Up About 'Documented'

The journalist discusses American nationalism, Right Wing haters and his difficult relationship with his mom.

Aura Bogado May 2, 2014 10:37AM EDT

'Documented' Opens in Theaters

Jose Antonio Vargas’s immigration film is deeply personal.

Carla Murphy Apr 30, 2014 10:01AM EDT

Is Immigration Reform Undermining Latino Civil Rights?

One veteran of Latino politics wants to talk about it

Carla Murphy Apr 11, 2014 3:47PM EDT

Risking Arrest for Her Mom

Despite opposition, one Latina keeps pushing for immigration reform

Aura Bogado Mar 14, 2014 12:22PM EDT

Obama Wants Immigration Enforcement to Be Done 'More Humanely'

The president orders a review. Is that enough?

Von Diaz Mar 10, 2014 12:29PM EDT

Ann Coulter Suggests Creating 'Death Squads' if Immigration Reform Passes

At the recent CPAC convention, Coulter makes several outrageous comments about immigrants and those who support immigration reform.

Von Diaz Mar 6, 2014 4:39PM EST

Immigration Activist Disrupts Obama Speech in Connecticut

The minimum wage increase is no distraction to some immigration reform advocates.

Von Diaz Nov 25, 2013 4:05PM EST

Adelanto Immigrant Detention Facility Under the Microscope

Three young women locked themselves to the facility gates today on behalf of three individuals currently detained there.

Von Diaz Nov 25, 2013 10:42AM EST

Kids Write Letters to Congress Asking For Immigration Reform

Their message: keep our families together.

Von Diaz Nov 21, 2013 1:08PM EST

'Catch an Illegal' Game Thwarted, Becomes Immigration Reform Rally

Actress America Ferrera joined around 500 students and advocates at the rally.

Von Diaz Nov 20, 2013 3:09PM EST

Immigration Advocates Fast for Reform

Despite popular consensus that immigration reform won’t happen this year, advocates aren’t giving up.

Von Diaz Nov 14, 2013 11:55AM EST

How Immigration Reform Could Benefit LGBT People

A new infographic from the Center for American Progress maps out immigration reform for LGBT communities.