Trump Halts Refugee Program, Seeks to Terminate Temporary Protected Status

Trump Halts Refugee Program, Seeks to Terminate Temporary Protected Status

By Fisayo Okare, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com  Trump’s executive order has led to the immediate suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. Another order aims to reinstate Remain in Mexico and terminate Temporary Protected Status. President Donald Trump has signed 11 executive orders related to immigration, which combined with his inaugural speech, […]

What Does Trump’s National Emergency Mean for the US-Mexico Border?

What Does Trump’s National Emergency Mean for the US-Mexico Border?

By April Xu, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero Experts believe the executive orders reframe immigration as a national security threat, with a strong emphasis on enforcement. While the military’s role in supporting border security has been expanded, it remains primarily focused on logistical support. President Donald Trump has signed 11 executive orders related […]

President Donald Trump Signed Executive Orders Impacting Civil Rights in the U.S.

President Donald Trump Signed Executive Orders Impacting Civil Rights in the U.S.

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. January 2025, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders that have significant implications for civil rights in the United States. These actions, encompassing areas such as diversity initiatives, immigration policies, and LGBTQ+ rights, represent a marked shift in federal policy. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a staunch advocate for […]

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Trump’s executive orders had a lasting impact on political asylum procedures in the U.S., creating challenges for both pending and new applicants. The increased scrutiny, procedural hurdles, and policy shifts resulted in longer processing times, higher denial rates, and greater hardships for vulnerable populations. Introduction The U.S. asylum system has long […]

President Trump’s Upcoming Executive Orders on Immigration and Their Impact on Immigrants

President Trump’s Upcoming Executive Orders on Immigration and Their Impact on Immigrants

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: John Gomez / shutterstock.com  Immediately taking office on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump has signaled an ambitious agenda to reshape U.S. immigration policy through a series of executive orders. These directives are expected to have profound implications for documented and undocumented immigrants residing in the United States. […]

The Laken Riley Act

The Laken Riley Act

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: David Peinado Romero / shutterstock.com  The Laken Riley Act has garnered significant attention in Congress, mainly dividing lawmakers along partisan lines. Supporters argue that the legislation is necessary to ensure public safety and protect communities from repeat offenders who, under the current system, may evade detention or removal. […]

What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?

What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?

Posted by Adriel Orozco | IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: Rena Schild / shutterstock.com  The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. In less than two months, President-elect Donald Trump will begin his second […]