Why Are Advocates Calling for Legalization for Undocumented Immigrants?
The monumental debate surrounding undocumented immigrants The controversy surrounding immigrants residing in the US undocumented, a number that currently exceeds 11 million, has grown considerably over the past few years. This is because, on the one hand, former President Trump’s administration tied to deport as many undocumented foreigners as possible, which sparked nonconformity and pressure…
Read MoreLawsuit Against Employment Rules for L-2 Visa Holders
Lawsuit asks to allow L-2 visa holders to work Last week, a group of 15 plaintiffs filed a lawsuit in the US District Court for the Western District of Washington, asking to review current rules for L-2 visa holders to work in the US. The plaintiffs claim that the current process for L-2 visa holders…
Read MoreBiden may Continue Using Title 42 to Expel Immigrants
Title 42 as a means to deport migrants In 2020, when the global Coronavirus pandemic suddenly reached the US, then President Donald Trump, like many leaders across the world, implemented unconventional measures to mitigate the impact of the health crisis and protect the local population. Among these unconventional policies, the Trump administration gave the green…
Read MoreDHS Issues New Guidance to Enforce Immigration Law
DHS issues new detention and deportation parameters On Thursday, September 30, 2021, DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas issued new guidance to enforce immigration law both at the borders and within the US, that is, to address irregular migration. Mayorkas openly states that the Department is aware that there are currently about 11…
Read MoreImmigration News Friday 1st October 2021
Immigration News Recap 1st October 2021 Now more than ever it is important to help each other and seek professional help when completing or starting an immigration process in the US. Following the advice of experts on immigration matters is essential for multiple reasons, but mainly because the world is still going through an unprecedented…
Read MoreUniversities Call for Protection for Dreamers as Biden Tries to Save DACA
Dreamers and their uncertain future in the US The term Dreamers refers to young immigrants who came to the US without legal documentation when they were minors and who, in their vast majority, have resided in the country for as long as they can remember and are now part of the American socioeconomic fabric. Thousands…
Read MoreAvoid Repeating Mistakes – The Right Way to Improve the Immigration System
The same immigration laws for decades Immigration has always been present throughout the history of the US and, as such, it is also quite a controversial topic, especially when it involves debates about national sovereignty, political ideals, or immigration law enforcement. The issue that generates the most controversy among the American population is undoubtedly irregular…
Read MoreDozens of Organizations Call to Include Immigration in the Budget Package
Organizations ask Biden and Congress to support path to citizenship On Wednesday, September 29, a group of 57 organizations focused on civil and human rights sent a letter to President Biden, Vice President Harris and certain members of Congress, asking to include a path to citizenship in the budget package. Interestingly, that same day the…
Read MoreImmigration News Thursday 30th September 2021
Your Summary of Immigration News 30th September, 2021 Before talking about today’s immigration news, Motion Law Immigration’s team wants to recommend two things: Visit our Blog Section regularly to stay up to date with the latest immigration news and changes in US immigration policy, even more so now that the local immigration system is undergoing…
Read MorePoll: Immigration Again a Top Issue Among Americans
Poll reveals that immigration is again a top issue A poll recently conducted by The Economist and YouGov reveals that American citizens are considering immigration as a top issue again, after several months in which it was not such a relevant topic. The poll was conducted between September 18-21 and included 1,500 American adults who…
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