Undocumented immigrants

According to a local lawyer, the cost of a raid at an Idaho horse track will increase for taxpayers. The raid involved the detention of dozens of undocumented immigrants.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is targeting additional states in an effort to eliminate in-state tuition benefits for immigrants. Hawaiʻi was mentioned as one of at least 20 states that currently offer this type of in-state tuition to undocumented immigrants residing within the state.

Trump named Will Scharf as White House Counsel. As a White House staff secretary, Scharf has supported some of President Trump’s agenda elements but also pushed back against suspending due process rights for undocumented immigrants.

Medi-Cal in California is undergoing changes due to federal and state budget cuts, primarily affecting non-citizens such as undocumented immigrants, refugees, and some green card holders. Key changes include restricted eligibility for undocumented adults over 19 starting January 1, 2025, and further restrictions for other groups by 2027, including dental coverage loss and monthly fees. Individuals are advised to update contact information and monitor official communications.

California is dismantling its healthcare system due to budget shortfalls and federal restrictions, reversing decades of progress in expanding Medi-Cal coverage. Analysis projects the state’s uninsured rate could nearly double to 15% by 2030, disproportionately affecting undocumented immigrants, low-income residents, and Black and Asian Californians.

New estimates indicate the U.S. undocumented immigrant population reached 15.8 million by mid-2024, up from 11 million in the 2010s. The Migration Policy Institute and The Center for Migration Studies of New York attribute the increase to record unauthorized border arrivals and expanded humanitarian parole programs under the Biden administration.

New estimates show the U.S. undocumented immigrant population increased from 11 million in the 2010s to 14.6–15.8 million by mid-2024, driven by border arrivals and humanitarian parole programs. The Migration Policy Institute and the Center for Migration Studies of New York provided these figures, with California having the largest undocumented population at 2.6 million.

Border Patrol workers have used the slang term 'tonk,' mimicking the sound of being hit, to refer to undocumented immigrants for at least half a century. The term is described as a secret anti-immigrant slur.

A federal judge has blocked Illinois from enforcing laws that allow undocumented immigrants to receive in-state college tuition and other financial aid benefits.

A judge ruled that Illinois' policy of allowing undocumented residents to pay in-state tuition at public colleges is unconstitutional. The state currently permits some undocumented individuals to access in-state tuition rates and financial aid.

Davyd George Brand Jimenez, a 55-year-old man from San Ysidro, was sentenced for impersonating an ICE agent to defraud over two dozen individuals, many of whom were undocumented immigrants seeking green cards and U.S. citizenship.

Davyd George Brand Jimenez, 55, was sentenced for impersonating an ICE agent to defraud over two dozen people, primarily undocumented immigrants seeking green cards and U.S. citizenship.

An English language development teacher in Santa Maria, California, describes how increased ICE arrests and deportations under President Donald Trump's second term are traumatizing students and families. The author shares her personal experience of her undocumented mother being deported to care for a dying parent, highlighting the emotional toll of immigration policies.

Two federal judges ruled against changes to the U.S. Department of Education’s public service student loan forgiveness program, stating the modifications exceeded the department’s authority and violated the First Amendment. The changes, based on an executive order targeting groups supporting undocumented immigrants, diversity initiatives, or gender-affirming care, were challenged by 20+ states, cities, and nonprofits. The original 2007 program aimed to incentivize public service work by forgiving loans after 10 years.

The Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s order to eliminate birthright citizenship for U.S.-born babies of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors, delivering a significant conservative victory despite some losses for Trump.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship by rejecting President Trump’s executive order that aimed to end automatic citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and some temporary foreign visitors.

Sen. Mark Kelly criticized the Biden administration’s border policies, stating they created a 'crisis at the southern border' through welcoming policies that allowed undocumented immigrants to enter legally. He acknowledged the ability to critique the former president without fear of reprisal.

A federal appeals court permitted the Trump administration to resume expanded use of speedy deportations for undocumented immigrants across the United States, extending beyond the border. The decision allows the administration to implement this policy nationwide.

Spain is conducting a mass amnesty for undocumented immigrants, a move that contrasts with the policies of its European neighbors. The Socialist government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, aims to use immigration to support economic growth, though the plan faces criticism, particularly from the far right.

Foreign-owned businesses in South Africa have been attacked, migrants displaced, and several killed amid fears of increased xenophobic violence. A leading xenophobic group has ordered undocumented immigrants to leave the country by June 30.

Foreign-owned businesses have been attacked, migrants driven from their homes, and several killed in South Africa. A leading xenophobic group has given all undocumented immigrants until June 30 to leave the country.

A new law in Tennessee has drawn criticism for potentially disrupting life-saving care for children of undocumented immigrants. Immigration enforcement efforts, particularly with state and local cooperation, continue despite reduced public visibility of ICE operations.

A University of California report explores the feasibility of a unified healthcare system in California, highlighting economic and political challenges. The study outlines variables such as single-payer versus hybrid models, funding sources, and treatment of undocumented immigrants, concluding that while possible, implementation would require navigating complex decisions.

The Treasury Department expanded bank data-sharing rules to support President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, allowing banks to rapidly share information about suspected customers and flag potential immigration status issues. The changes, framed as anti-fraud measures, follow an executive order directing banks to review customer citizenship and enhance collaboration with regulators.

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction halting USDA's 2026 funding conditions requiring states to certify they do not support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, gender ideology, or fund undocumented immigrants. Virginia and 20 other states sued, calling the conditions unconstitutional and vague, as they impact programs like SNAP and WIC, which assist millions facing hunger.

The Treasury Department, along with regulators, directed banks to flag suspicious activities linked to undocumented immigrants, including identity theft and payroll fraud, and to assess risks from using taxpayer identification numbers. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau had already acted on the executive order, and House Financial Services Chair French Hill questioned the policy's feasibility for banks.

The White House's new website uses the term 'aliens' to describe undocumented immigrants, comparing them to extraterrestrials and employing dehumanizing language such as referring to people as 'it' and stating 'they do not belong here.' The site's content explicitly avoids any connection to UFOs.

A Democratic candidate in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District received an endorsement from AFSCME, a union opposing stricter commercial driver's license (CDL) requirements for undocumented immigrants. The endorsement aligns with Democrats' efforts to resist citizenship verification measures in certain industries, as the Trump administration highlighted fatal incidents involving undocumented truckers.

President Trump’s immigration order is linked to increased adoption of stablecoins and Bitcoin ATMs. The article draws a parallel between the Trump family’s shift to cryptocurrency under bank pressure and the similar financial choices faced by undocumented immigrants in the U.S.

The article criticizes California for providing solar panels to undocumented immigrants, accusing the state of wasting money, eroding the rule of law, and prioritizing 'green' initiatives over legal accountability.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Florida's attempt to sue Washington and California over their issuance of commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants. Florida argued that these states violated federal law by allowing non-citizens to obtain commercial licenses.

The Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit challenging drivers’ licenses issued to undocumented immigrants, which was tied to a fatal crash involving truck driver Harjinder Singh. The incident occurred in Stockton, California, with Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins overseeing Singh's removal to India.

The article examines a legal battle concerning undocumented immigrants' constitutional rights to challenge their detention at immigration facilities. The case involves the T. Don Hutto Residential Center, a detention facility in Taylor, Texas, highlighting ongoing debates about due process protections for detained immigrants.

The article argues that deporting all undocumented immigrants is impractical, but reducing their numbers to a manageable level is achievable. It emphasizes that immigration challenges require nuanced solutions beyond mass deportation.

The Spanish government has approved an amnesty program potentially allowing 500,000 undocumented immigrants to regularize their status. This decision positions Spain as an outlier in Europe amid growing anti-immigration sentiments.