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Analysis and commentary on immigration reform, visa policy debates, and the real-world impact of enforcement actions. Perspectives from immigration attorneys, policy researchers, and affected communities.
Why Military Lawyers Should Not Serve as Immigration Judges
To tackle a 3.5 million-case backlog, the Pentagon may assign up to 600 military lawyers as temporary immigration judges. Critics argue limited immigration training risks due process, inconsistent decisions, and…
Bishop of London: Converting to Christianity Must Not Harm Asylum Claims
On 11 November 2025 peers debated Amendment 79E, which would deny asylum for conversions after arrival. The Bishop…
Google Aligns with Trump Deportation Policies, Sparks Ethical Debate
Google hosts a CBP facial-recognition app while removing community ICE-alert apps, prompting critics to say platform decisions favor…
Shapiro Defends H-1B Amid Backlash Over 30 Americans and 3 H-1Bs vs 30 Indians
Ben Shapiro’s comment “30 Americans and 3 H-1Bs vs 30 Indians” provoked criticism and debate over the H-1B…
Axworthy urges Canada to withdraw from the U.S. refugee pact
Lloyd Axworthy urged Canada to exit the Safe Third Country Agreement in 2025, citing U.S. detention and deportation…
U.S. Designates Erdoğan Ally Turkish Hizbullah for Immigration Controls
In November 2025 the U.S. added Turkish Hizbullah to the TEL, allowing visa denials and deportations based on…
Oregon’s Unauthorized Immigrant Population About 155K, Slowing Growth
Oregon had an estimated 155,000 unauthorized immigrants in mid-2023, a figure unchanged since 2021 and below 2007 levels.…
MAGA ramps up pushback against Trump’s 2025 immigration agenda
MAGA leaders opposed Trump’s 2025 immigration agenda, which promotes nationwide expedited removals, stronger border and interior enforcement, and…
Noem: US Tightens Visa Oversight to Admit Only Right Applicants
Kristi Noem announced Nov 12, 2025 that U.S. visa programs remain active but will face stricter vetting. The…
Experts warn: Canada’s reduced immigration targets threaten reputation
Canada lowered temporary‑resident targets to address housing and infrastructure pressures, affecting international students and temporary workers. Education and…