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Hillary Clinton Defends Democrats' Immigration Record, But History Tells a Different Story

Clinton claimed Democrats had a more 'humane' approach, but a closer look reveals harsh policies under Clinton and Obama administrations.

US Citizen and Army Veteran Detained by ICE Challenges 'Absolute Immunity'

George Retes' civil rights lawsuit seeks to hold federal immigration officers accountable for his unlawful detention.

CNN: Democrats Struggle to Gain Ground on Immigration

Polling data shows little shift in public opinion despite recent events.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Parts of Trump's Migrant Detention Policies

Ruling could block mass deportations and guarantee bond hearings for many non-criminal migrant detainees.

Why Many Green Card Cases Stall and How Experienced Counsel Keeps Them Moving

Understanding the causes of delays and the value of strategic legal planning for permanent residence applicants.

Padilla Slams Trump's 'Out-of-Control' Immigration Enforcement in SOTU Response

California Senator Accuses Trump Administration of Seeking to Interfere in Upcoming Elections

HUD Rule Could Evict Families with Undocumented Immigrants

Proposed policy change could impact nearly 80,000 people, including 37,000 U.S. citizen children

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Leads to Dropped Cartel-Linked Cases

Federal judges forced to dismiss criminal cases due to ICE deportation efforts

Judge Overturns Trump-Era Immigration Detention Policy

Ruling forces bond hearings for migrants detained by ICE, potentially leading to thousands being released

Long Beach City Hall Displays Banner in Solidarity with Immigrant Community

The banner is a statement of support following a recent City Council action calling for accountability regarding federal enforcement tactics.

California Allocates $35M to Support Illegal Immigrants Amid Trump's Mass Deportation Agenda

Governor's office releasing state funds for philanthropic partners to help illegal immigrants and their families with food assistance and legal needs.

Fears Over ICE Enforcement Disrupt Daily Life in LA

Belgian singer Milow shares concerns about the impact of aggressive ICE tactics on communities and businesses.

Sanctuary Cities Upheld as Constitutional, Moral Imperative

Ilya Somin argues sanctuary policies are protected by the 10th Amendment and justified on moral and pragmatic grounds.

Former ICE Lawyer Says Agency's Officer Training Is 'Deficient, Defective and Broken'

Whistleblower testimony alleges ICE is cutting corners on training new deportation officers amid rapid hiring expansion.

LAPD Chief Urges Students to Stay in School, Avoid Dangerous Protests

Chief Jim McDonnell warns of legal consequences and potential for harm at anti-ICE demonstrations

U.S. Deports Gay Asylum Seeker to Country Where Homosexuality Is Illegal

The latest incident highlights concerns over the U.S. government's use of third-country agreements to deport LGBTQ+ asylum seekers to dangerous situations.

California Millennials Split on Trump's Immigration Policies

Younger voters in the heavily Democratic state show closer divide on immigration enforcement compared to overall electorate.

Millions Spent on Immigration Enforcement Surges in Major Cities

DHS operations in Minneapolis, Chicago, and Los Angeles cost taxpayers hundreds of millions

DHS Spending Surges in 'Sanctuary Cities'

Costs for federal immigration operations in Minneapolis, Chicago and Los Angeles reach hundreds of millions

Former US Attorney Argues Against Abolishing ICE

Calls to 'Abolish ICE' perplexed the author, a former federal prosecutor who worked with the agency

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