News by Rob aggregated immigration news

Local - El Paso Times - Guatemalan immigrant in need of surgery released from ICE detention

El Paso Times — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Guatemalan immigrant in need of surgery released from ICE detention

Local - Mass Live - Mass. needs 64K immigrants a year to preserve economy, workforce, report warns

Mass Live — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Mass. needs 64K immigrants a year to preserve economy, workforce, report warns

Local - Axios - Scoop: Boulder County agencies balk at immigration record requests

Axios — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Scoop: Boulder County agencies balk at immigration record requests

Local - WBUR - Report: Trump's immigration crackdown will harm Mass. labor force

WBUR — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Report: Trump's immigration crackdown will harm Mass. labor force

Local - LAist - Federal immigration raids in LA started a year ago. They left a permanent mark on many

LAist — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Federal immigration raids in LA started a year ago. They left a permanent mark on many

Local - Tennessee Lookout - Lawsuit seeks to halt Tennessee law making illegal immigration a state crime

Tennessee Lookout — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Lawsuit seeks to halt Tennessee law making illegal immigration a state crime

National - The Hill (opinion) - Trump’s new green card rule is an assault on legal immigration

The Hill (opinion) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Trump’s new green card rule is an assault on legal immigration

National - KPBS - Lawyers accuse immigration courts of holding ‘sham’ bond hearings

KPBS — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Lawyers accuse immigration courts of holding ‘sham’ bond hearings

National - NBC News - Immigration lawyers slam scammers stealing their identities and offering fraudulent services

NBC News — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Immigration lawyers slam scammers stealing their identities and offering fraudulent services

National - Associated Press - Trump administration has separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time, AP finds

Associated Press — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Trump administration has separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time, AP finds

National - Newsweek - DHS Plan Could Strip Work Permits From Nearly 1 Million Migrants

Newsweek — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

DHS Plan Could Strip Work Permits From Nearly 1 Million Migrants

National - ABC News - ICE will stop reporting deaths of newly released detainees

ABC News — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

ICE will stop reporting deaths of newly released detainees

National - Associated Press - Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement in late-night Senate session

Associated Press — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement in late-night Senate session

National - Roll Call - Immigration budget bill suffers setback as House leaves town

Roll Call — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Immigration budget bill suffers setback as House leaves town

National - NPR - Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill without limits on Trump settlement fund

NPR — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill without limits on Trump settlement fund

National - Newsweek - Green Card Data Sheds Light on How DHS Change Could Impact Immigrants

Newsweek — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Green Card Data Sheds Light on How DHS Change Could Impact Immigrants

Canada - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

News by Rob — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Exercise normal precaution

in Canada.

Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers.

For Americans traveling to Canada for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, follow the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy in Canada.

Crime

Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching, pickpocketing, and car break-ins or theft.
Review our Travel Guidance for Canada to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

The Trump Administration Released A New Green Card Policy — Here’s What To Know – Featured - Borderless Magazine NFP

News by Rob — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:33:51 +0000

The Trump Administration Released A New Green Card Policy — Here’s What To Know – Featured Borderless Magazine NFP

Permanent residence changes forever: U.S. confirmed a new requirement, and now the Green Card can only be processed this way - El Cronista

News by Rob — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:56:18 +0000

Permanent residence changes forever: U.S. confirmed a new requirement, and now the Green Card can only be processed this way El Cronista

Local - NBC News - Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge’s immigration case conviction

NBC News — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge’s immigration case conviction

Local - American Community Media - The Immigrant Workers Behind Texas’ $102 Billion Food Economy

American Community Media — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

The Immigrant Workers Behind Texas’ $102 Billion Food Economy

Local - CBS News - South Florida immigration courts abruptly accelerating hearings, leaving many immigrants extremely anxious

CBS News — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

South Florida immigration courts abruptly accelerating hearings, leaving many immigrants extremely anxious

National - Bloomberg (Opinion) - Mullin’s Airport Threat Is a World Cup Own Goal

Bloomberg (Opinion) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

Mullin’s Airport Threat Is a World Cup Own Goal

National - The New York Times - Mullin Says ICE Training Going Back to ‘Regular Standards’

The New York Times — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

Mullin Says ICE Training Going Back to ‘Regular Standards’

National - Associated Press - Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump’s settlement fund is dropped

Associated Press — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump’s settlement fund is dropped

National - Central Current - Josue hoped an asylum hearing could free him. Then it was canceled.

Central Current — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:53 +0000

Josue hoped an asylum hearing could free him. Then it was canceled.

5 things to know about the Trump administration’s new green card policy - CalMatters

News by Rob — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000

5 things to know about the Trump administration’s new green card policy CalMatters

New federal immigration memo could change how thousands in Ohio apply for Green cards - News 5 Cleveland WEWS

News by Rob — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:15:39 +0000

New federal immigration memo could change how thousands in Ohio apply for Green cards News 5 Cleveland WEWS

Democratic Republic of the Congo - Level 4: Do Not Travel

News by Rob — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do Not Travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease outbreak in Ituri Province in the DRC. Advisory summary was updated.

Do not travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to crime, unrest, terrorism, kidnapping, and health.

Advisory summary
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the health situation.

Health
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Travel Health Notice for Ebola for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.

Outbreaks of serious infectious diseases are common in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information before you travel.

The local health infrastructure is inadequate. Health services, hygiene, and quality control do not meet U.S. standards of care. Pharmacies are not well regulated. Locally available medications may be unsafe.

Travel restrictions for government employees
U.S. government employees working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo need special authorization to travel outside of Kinshasa due to safety risks. The U.S. embassy has extremely limited ability to provide routine or emergency consular services outside of Kinshasa.

Due to safety risks, minor dependents cannot join U.S. government employees who work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Crime
Petty crime is common. This includes crimes of opportunity like pickpocketing and burglary. Violent crimes include armed robbery, armed home invasion, and assault. Criminals may pose as police or security agents.

Local police do not always inform the U.S. embassy when they arrest a U.S. citizen. They may also delay access to detained U.S. citizens or use violence and threats during interrogations.

Unrest
Demonstrations are common in many cities and can sometimes turn violent. Police may respond with force, resulting in deaths and arrests. Looting, assault, traffic obstruction, property damage, and other violent actions can happen when police don't respond quickly, or at all.

North and South Kivu Provinces
Active fighting is ongoing between armed groups and government military forces in the Kivu provinces; the M23 armed group is occupying major cities of Goma and Bukavu. Missiles and armed drones have been used in the conflict. The fighting has forced thousands of people from their homes which can cause instability in the province.

Violent crime is common throughout the Kivu provinces. This includes murder, rape, kidnapping, and pillaging. Road travelers are common targets for ambush, armed robbery, and kidnapping.

Terrorist and armed groups operate in the Kivu provinces. They have attacked military and civilian targets. This includes aid workers, businesspeople, and other NGO staff in the area.

There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in North and South Kivu provinces. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

Demonstrations and large gatherings can occur throughout the region, especially in urban areas. Mobs can form rapidly and turn violent, posing a threat to bystanders.

Due to the security risks, U.S. government employees working in the DRC must obtain special authorization to travel to North and South Kivu Provinces. Due to the risks, the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Kivu provinces.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.

Ituri Province
Violent crime continues throughout Ituri province. This includes murder, rape, kidnapping, and pillaging. Road travelers are common targets for ambush, armed robbery, and kidnapping.

Terrorist and armed groups operate in Ituri province. They have targeted both military and civilian sites. This includes humanitarian aid workers and other NGO staff in the area.

There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Ituri province. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

Demonstrations and large gatherings can occur throughout these regions, especially in urban areas. Mobs can form rapidly and turn violent, posing a threat to bystanders.

Armed groups, individuals, and military forces routinely clash with each other. Civilians are frequently targeted in attacks.

Due to the security risks, U.S. government employees working in the DRC must obtain special authorization to travel to Ituri province. Due to the risks, the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Ituri province.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.

Tanganyika, Haut Lomami, and the 3 Kasai Provinces
Violent crime like murder, rape, kidnapping, and robbery are common in these areas:

Tanganyika
Haut Lomami
Kasai provinces: Kasai Oriental, Kasai Central, and Kasai.

Road travelers are common targets for ambush, armed robbery, and kidnapping.

Demonstrations and large gatherings can occur throughout these regions, especially in urban areas. Mobs can form rapidly and turn violent, posing a threat to bystanders.

Armed groups, individuals, and military forces routinely clash with each other. Civilians are frequently targeted in attacks.

Due to the security risks, U.S. government employees working in the DRC must obtain special authorization to travel to eastern DRC Region and the 3 Kasai provinces. Due to the risks, the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in eastern DRC Region and the 3 Kasai provinces.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.

Mai-Ndombe Province
Violence in Mai-Ndombe is rising. There are also more police and military in the area, especially along the Route Nationale 17. Government security officials may limit travel for U.S. citizens when violence rises. Activity of armed groups could block passenger and freight traffic on regional routes in the province. Protests can occur without warning.

Due to the security risks, U.S. government employees working in the DRC must obtain special authorization to travel to Mai-Ndombe province. Due to the risks, the U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Mai-Ndombe province.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas

If you decide to travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo:

Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
Review the Country Security Report for DRC.
Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for DRC.
We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
Use caution when walking or driving.
Always have a photocopy of your U.S. passport and DRC visa. Keep originals in a secure location. Carry your U.S. passport and DRC visa when crossing provincial borders or flying domestically.
If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Embassy Kinshasa immediately.
Ensure that documents and medications are easy to locate in case you need to leave on short notice.
Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States.
Develop a communication plan with family, your employer or host organization. Specify how you'll confirm you're safe (text, calls, etc.), how often, and who you'll contact first to share the information.

Local - Spectrum News - Community rallies around asylum-seeking couple detained by immigration officials

Spectrum News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Community rallies around asylum-seeking couple detained by immigration officials

Local - Chicago Public Media - Illinois Legislature bans new immigration detention centers near homes and schools

Chicago Public Media — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Illinois Legislature bans new immigration detention centers near homes and schools

Local - The Guardian - ‘We want fans to know the risks’: US immigrant rights groups mobilize across World Cup host cities amid ICE fears

The Guardian — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

‘We want fans to know the risks’: US immigrant rights groups mobilize across World Cup host cities amid ICE fears

Local - The Guardian - ‘Where are all the kids?’: questions arise over treatment of pregnant minors in Texas immigration facility

The Guardian — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

‘Where are all the kids?’: questions arise over treatment of pregnant minors in Texas immigration facility

National - MS Now (Opinion) - Markwayne Mullin’s threats against airports are a big mistake

MS Now (Opinion) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Markwayne Mullin’s threats against airports are a big mistake

National - The Christian Science Monitor - Want a green card? Here’s what to know about the Trump administration’s changes.

The Christian Science Monitor — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Want a green card? Here’s what to know about the Trump administration’s changes.

National - NPR - Stripping U.S. citizenship en masse is harder than Trump vowed

NPR — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Stripping U.S. citizenship en masse is harder than Trump vowed

National - ABC News - Immigrant moms with American babies anxiously await birthright citizenship ruling

ABC News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Immigrant moms with American babies anxiously await birthright citizenship ruling

National - NJ Spotlight News - ‘Black box’: Trump administration moves to wipe out ICE watchdog

NJ Spotlight News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

‘Black box’: Trump administration moves to wipe out ICE watchdog

National - CBS News - Trump administration plan would allow for quick asylum rejections without interviews, internal documents show

CBS News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:56 +0000

Trump administration plan would allow for quick asylum rejections without interviews, internal documents show

New green card changes may mean new rules for immigrants - Spectrum News

News by Rob — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:54:00 +0000

New green card changes may mean new rules for immigrants Spectrum News

ICE arrests Sudanese national with violent criminal history in Nashville

ICE Headline News Feed by Category - Enforcement and Removal — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:26:01 +0000

ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations New Orleans officers arrested Gabriel Maror Ayuel, a criminal illegal alien from Sudan, in Nashville on May 5.

Confirmed: US, Canada, and Spain to Deny Entry to Travelers Who Missed This Passport Step - El Cronista

News by Rob — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:10:45 +0000

Confirmed: US, Canada, and Spain to Deny Entry to Travelers Who Missed This Passport Step El Cronista

ICE arrests 24 illegal aliens during 1-day targeted operation with federal, state and local partners in Texas

ICE Headline News Feed by Category - Enforcement and Removal — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:37:40 +0000

Among those arrested were criminal illegal aliens with convictions for theft, assault and driving while intoxicated and arrests for possession of a controlled substance, criminal trespass and illegal reentry into the U.S.

San Antonio immigration court sees bigger dockets, gets more judges - San Antonio Express-News

News by Rob — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:07:46 +0000

San Antonio immigration court sees bigger dockets, gets more judges San Antonio Express-News

Trump admin makes another change to visa processing in Africa - Newsweek

News by Rob — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:52:00 +0000

Trump admin makes another change to visa processing in Africa Newsweek

USCIS Screening and Vetting Efforts Lead to 18-month Sentencing of Illegal Alien in Fraud Case

USCIS — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:30:07 +0000

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ robust screening and vetting uncovered an immigration fraud scheme that resulted in Venerando Aquino Martin, 56, an illegal alien from the Philippines, being sentenced to 18 months for visa fraud.

Criminal illegal alien arrested in Texas for allegedly opening fire on neighbors with assault rifle over Memorial Day weekend has been deported from the US twice

ICE Headline News Feed by Category - Enforcement and Removal — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:37:17 +0000

Juan Ayala Montero, who has been deported from the United States twice and has a lengthy criminal history, illegally reentered the country multiple times and may not have been caught if not for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office’s participation in ICE’s 287(g) program.

Local - Associated Press

Associated Press — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:02:59 +0000

ICE officer wanted in the shooting of a man during the Minneapolis crackdown is arrested in Texas

Local - CBS News - Children "held like criminals" inside ICE detention center

CBS News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:02:59 +0000

Children "held like criminals" inside ICE detention center

Local - NY1 - NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves

NY1 — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:02:59 +0000

NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves