By: Rebecca Cassler | American Immigration Council On September 5, the Trump administration took yet another step to punish undocumented people in the United States. In Matter of Yajure Hurtado, the Board of Immigration Appeals proclaimed that any person who crossed the border unlawfully and is later taken into immigration detention is no longer eligible for […]
By: Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Photo Agency / Shutterstock.com The Trump administration has unveiled a controversial immigration initiative that explicitly prioritizes white South Africans — particularly Afrikaners — under the claim that they face systemic racial discrimination in post-apartheid South Africa. Branded by some officials as “Mission South Africa,” the program seeks to […]
By Chris Tobias The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, championed by President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, has ignited a contentious debate over its potential impact on the American electoral system. While proponents argue that the legislation aims to bolster election integrity, critics contend that it poses significant threats to voter accessibility and could […]
By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Phil Mistry / Shutterstock.com President Trump said in an interview with NBC News on Sunday that he was “not joking” about possibly seeking a third term. The recent statements by President Donald Trump regarding the possibility of pursuing a third term have ignited considerable debate and scrutiny. This analysis […]
Introduction: Navigating Legal Challenges as a Small Business Owner Starting and running a small business requires vision, strategy, and legal foresight. Entrepreneurs often face a labyrinth of regulatory requirements, contracts, and compliance hurdles, which, if mismanaged, can lead to costly disputes or financial setbacks. This is where Figeroux & Associates’ Small Business Solutions Division steps […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Robert V Schwemmer / shutterstock.cm In recent years, Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become integral to corporate strategies, aiming to foster inclusive workplaces and equitable opportunities. However, a notable shift has emerged, with several major corporations, including McDonald’s, scaling back their DEI commitments. This article delves […]
By Greg B. Smith, THE CITY | Editorial credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY Both Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and NY Attorney General Tish James could pursue charges, and Gov. Hochul could also remove the mayor. The Trump Justice Department filed a highly unusual motion to dismiss the criminal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams on […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens In the initial days of his second term, President Donald J. Trump has enacted a series of executive orders that have profound implications for civil rights in the United States. These directives, often framed as efforts to promote “merit-based opportunity” and eliminate “radical” diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, have been […]
By American Immigration Council Staff, IMMIGRATION IMPACT On his first day in office, President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for babies of undocumented immigrants and for people with temporary status in the U.S. Executive Order 14156: Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship departs from over 125 years of precedent […]
By Zachary Albert, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial Credit: bella1105 / shutterstock.com In his first few days back in office, President Donald Trump engaged in a whirlwind of executive actions, from exiting the World Health Organization, to deploying military personnel and National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border. Many of these actions are unprecedented. Some appear to be illegal and unconstitutional, […]