500 Cases in West Texas: The Legal Risk of Giving Someone a Ride
The Western District of Texas filed 500 new immigration cases between August 28 and September 10. Two of the defendants are U.S. citizens.
Arizona: 306 Charged in One Week With Immigration Crimes, and What It Means for You
In a single week, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 306 people with immigration crimes — up from 265 the week before.
First Deportation Through the Alien Terrorist Removal Court: What It Is and Who It Reaches
The Justice Department removed an Afghan permanent resident using a special court unused for 30 years. It is an exceptional procedure, not the ordinary immigration process.
Massachusetts Judge Reprimanded Over an ICE Case: What It Says About State Courts
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued a public reprimand to Judge Shelley Joseph. It did not find that she conspired to help anyone evade ICE.
DOJ Sues Utah Over In-State Tuition: What It Means for Students Today
DOJ sued Utah, Hawaii, Arkansas and the District of Columbia over their in-state tuition laws. Filing a lawsuit does not end the benefit automatically.
Another Federal Court Rejects Detention Without a Bond Hearing: What It Means for You
The Fourth Circuit held that many people detained inside the country are entitled to have a judge consider bond. It is the ninth appeals court to say so.
DHS Proposes Ending the 60-Day Grace Period After Job Loss: What Is at Stake
A DHS proposal would eliminate the grace period of up to 60 days that currently lets workers remain after losing a job. It is not a final rule yet.
Illegal Reentry Charges in Rhode Island: Why a Prior Deportation Changes Everything
The Justice Department announced two illegal reentry indictments in Rhode Island. The case shows why an old removal order still carries weight years later.
Proposal to Exclude Immigrants From the Census: What Is at Stake for Your Community
A Census Bureau proposal would leave undocumented immigrants and nearly all temporary-status immigrants out of the apportion
DHS Confirms Salvadoran TPS Remains in Effect: What You Should Do Now
The Salvadoran TPS extension expired on September 9, but the Department of Homeland Security confirmed that current beneficiaries retain their protection until a new announcement.
