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Undocumented Immigrant Population in Washington Grows to 325,000, Pew Says
Washington’s undocumented population is estimated at 325,000 (mid-2024). They paid about $997 million in 2022 taxes. KWW limits local immigration…
Robots and Migrants: No Evidence Immigration Harms Local Incomes or Innovation
Studies in 2024–2025 find immigration fuels growth and innovation; CBO forecasts $8.9 trillion GDP gain (2024–2034). A recent 82% drop…
UNF Police Officers Begin Online ICE Training Under 287(g) Program
Two UNF officers began ICE 287(g) online training after a July 7, 2025 MOA; as of August 29, 2025, neither…
What Mass Deportation Could Do to a Community in 2025 and Beyond
A July 1, 2025 bill allocates $170 billion to expand U.S. immigration enforcement, enabling 116,000 detention beds and faster deportations.…
Canada Immigration Delays: Applicants Hit by Years-Long Waiting Times for Decisions
As of August 29, 2025, Express Entry stays near six months while base PNPs and some work permits face major…
Australia braces for anti-immigration rallies as August protests draw warnings
Police and community groups are preparing for August 31, 2025 “March for Australia” protests, urging safety as international students and…
Hanson Campaigns for Managed Immigration and Major Cuts to Australia’s Intake
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation proposes cutting annual migration to 130,000–160,000, deporting 75,000 without appeals, and tightening visas. The plan risks…
Firefighters’ Immigration Arrests Revive Debate Over White House Priorities
Border Patrol arrested two firefighters during an August 27, 2025 identity check at the Bear Gulch wildfire after BLM canceled…