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Centering Humanity in the Immigration Debate
on January 16, 2025
“La tierra se secó.” That was my dad’s short explanation for why he left Mexico as a teenager in the 1970s. His family relied on their small farm in rural northern Mexico for subsistence. But […]
Biden Keeps Nearly 1 Million People From Losing Legal Status Under Trump – Until Fall 2026
on January 15, 2025
As one of the Biden administration’s final acts on immigration, the Department of Homeland Security has announced that it is extending four grants of Temporary Protected Status – covering nearly […]
The Supreme Court Cuts Off Judicial Review of USCIS Decisions Again
on January 10, 2025
The Supreme Court recently cut off another path for judicial review of decisions by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) adjudicators. In Bouarfa v. Mayorkas, the Court held that a […]
The Laken Riley Act Would Give States Sweeping Power Over Immigration Policy
on January 8, 2025
Want to take action on the Laken Riley Act? The House of Representatives passed the Laken Riley Act, H.R. 29. It will likely go to a vote in the Senate. Contact your senators and urge them to vote […]
H-1B Modernization Rule Provides Some Comfort But Also Raises Concerns
on December 20, 2024
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued its long-awaited H-1B modernization rule. The final rule takes effect on January 17, 2025. USCIS describes several of the regulations […]
Mass Deportations Will Undermine Our Safety
on December 19, 2024
When the Trump administration deported Goura Ndiaye, he had lived in the United States for 20 years, running his own business as an electrician, working as primary breadwinner for his three U.S. […]
Businesses and Workers Get Win with Permanent Work Permit Extension Rule
on December 13, 2024
On December 13, the Biden administration issued a permanent rule that automatically extends the validity of certain work permits by up to 540 days if they are timely renewed. The American […]
Policy Options: Protecting Immigrant Communities at the State and Local Level
on December 6, 2024
State and local communities are at the forefront of shaping the lives of immigrants. While some have advanced harmful policies, other state and local governments championed efforts to protect […]
What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?
on December 6, 2024
In less than two months, President-elect Donald Trump will begin his second term. We expect a flurry of immigration-related executive actions within days, including a dramatic shift in immigration […]
Embracing Two Cultures: Our Thanksgiving Story
on November 26, 2024
Thanksgiving is a relatively new tradition in my life, but one that has marked the start of one of my favorite love stories. Even though I’ve lived in the U.S. for 22 years, the holiday always […]
Immigration Was on the Ballot in Multiple States on Election Day – Here’s What Happened
on November 22, 2024
On Election Day, voters gathered in various cities and states across the country to cast ballots on immigrant-related issues, like immigration protections, integration, and noncitizen voting. Here […]
Giving Thanks to the Hands That Feed America: Immigrant Farmworkers
on November 22, 2024
With the approach of Thanksgiving, when many families will be celebrating with food and gratitude, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the people who help make Thanksgiving celebrations […]

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