IMMIGRATION AND ASYLUM ACT
New UK Prime Minister Starmer says controversial Rwanda deportation plan is 'dead and buried'
Prime Minister Keir Starmer scrapped the Rwanda scheme to prioritize economic and NHS issues. His diverse Cabinet tackles migrant crises. Tim Bale noted Labour's challenges. Suella Braverman criticized Starmer. David Lammy's Europe trip preludes Starmer’s NATO meeting in Washington. Health Secretary Wes Streeting aims to resolve NHS multi-day strikes, addressing the 'broken' healthcare system.
A new $72,000 migrant smuggling route to the US starts with a charter flight, and many Indians are waiting to board
Indian nationals on a Legend Airlines flight faced challenges in El Salvador as they attempted to reach the U.S. via Mexico. The incident sheds light on a new phase of illegal immigration through intercontinental smuggling routes, impacting U.S. border policies and migrants' journeys.
Biden prepares a tough executive order that would shut down asylum after 2,500 migrants arrive a day
The White House is discussing plans for President Biden to issue an executive order closing asylum requests at the U.S.-Mexico border if daily encounters hit 2,500 between ports of entry, reopening when the number falls to 1,500. This move aims to control border numbers and is expected to be announced on Tuesday.
Biden and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on issues in 2024's rare contest between two presidents
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two presidents who have tasks left incomplete and a strong desire to complete them. Their histories and proposals regarding abortion, immigration, taxes, and foreign conflicts - and more - make it clear that the candidate elected in November will aim to influence the American society in unique ways.
Biden administration says 1 lakh new migrants are expected to enroll in 'Obamacare' next year
The Biden administration has released a directive allowing approximately 100,000 children of US immigrants to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year. The move falls short of Biden's initial proposal to allow these migrants to sign up for Medicaid. However, it will allow thousands of migrants to access tax breaks when they sign up for coverage.
How Trump would crack down on US immigration in a second term
Trump pledges to address illegal and legal immigration by enforcing border policies, mass deportations, travel bans, and changes to legal immigration. He aims to tighten security, restrict entry, and overhaul existing programs if re-elected.
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'No ifs, no buts', UK's Sunak promises to start Rwanda flights
British PM Sunak faces opposition in sending asylum seekers to Rwanda, aiming to boost Conservative Party popularity before election. Despite challenges, government prepares to use charter planes and trained staff for the task, while Labour Party plans to pursue EU deals if elected.
Elon Musk compares Biden's immigration strategies to 9/11, here’s what FOIA lawsuit revealed about secret migrant flights
The disclosure of U.S. authorities clandestinely transporting migrants on undisclosed flights into the country, combined with Elon Musk's stark warnings, has propelled President Joe Biden's immigration policies into the forefront of public attention.
How Donald Trump would crack down on US immigration in a second term
Donald Trump has outlined his immigration policies for a potential second term. These policies include restoring the "remain in Mexico" program, detaining all migrants caught crossing the border illegally, implementing travel bans, launching mass deportations, ending automatic citizenship for children born to immigrants living in the U.S. illegally, tightening access to visa programs, rolling back Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations, and potentially resuming the controversial family separation policy.
Immigration reform in the US has always been tough, and rarely happens in election years
Historical roadblocks, polarization, and election-year politics hinder meaningful immigration reform in the US. Recent bipartisan efforts have failed, leaving the nation's immigration system broken. President Biden's bill and the Senate border deal both faced opposition, reflecting the ongoing challenges in achieving comprehensive reform.
Republicans impeach US homeland security chief over border crisis
The Senate is now compelled to open a trial for the impeachment. However, it has the option to dismiss the articles, dissolve the trial, or refer the articles to a committee.
The US is struggling to handle an immigration surge – here's how Europe is dealing with its own influx
US border officials encountered more than 1.1 million people illegally crossing the US border from April 2022 through March 2023. Germany and Italy have implemented reforms to make deportation easier in response to increases in undocumented immigration. Greece is considering new laws to issue residence and work permits to address labor shortages, while Canada plans to allow people who entered with valid visas to apply for permanent residency.
Germany is about to make life much easier for foreign workers in 2024
Reforms have been announced with an aim to make Germany more appealing for skilled labor. A points-based system, based on language proficiency and professional experience, will grant eligible immigrants a one-year visa to search for jobs.
Thousands of Chinese migrants cross border as US marks 80th anniversary of Repeal of Exclusion Act
As the US marks the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act, thousands of Chinese immigrants are crossing the US-Mexico border after witnessing a decline in the Chinese economy, as reported by Voice of America (VOA).
UK peers question India's addition to safe states list to block asylum seekers
The cross-party House of Lords Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee considered the draft Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 (Amendment of List of Safe States) Regulations 2024 and in a report released on Friday questioned the lack of key information on a policy intended to tackle "unfounded" human rights claims. It follows former home secretary Suella Braverman tabling the draft regulations in the House of Commons earlier this month after having "rigorously assessed" that India, as well as Georgia, are deemed safe states to be added to the list.
How Trump would crack down on immigration in a second term
Trump said in May he would seek to end automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to immigrants living in the country illegally, an idea he flirted with as president. Such an action would run against the long-running interpretation of an amendment to the U.S. Constitution and likely trigger legal challenges.
India to be part of UK's safe states list: What it means and how it will affect Indians
The official statement from the UK Home Office stated, "Draft legislation laid in Parliament today (Wednesday 8 November) will strengthen the immigration system and help prevent abuse, including by people making unfounded protection claims."
India to be added to UK safe states list, ruling out asylum rights for illegal migrants from the country
The UK government has proposed to add India to an expanded list of safe states, aiming to strengthen the country's immigration system and prevent abuse by people making unfounded protection claims. The move is in line with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's pledge to "stop the boats" of migrants landing on the country's shores illegally after making precarious journeys across the English Channel.
Canada didn't act against Nijjar despite being informed about his involvement in murder, terror acts: Sources
Hardeep Singh Nijjar had applied for asylum in Canada by claiming that he feared persecution in India because he belonged to "a particular social group". However, Nijjar's asylum was rejected on grounds of fabricated narrative, the sources said. Eleven days after his claim was rejected, he entered into a "marriage" agreement with a woman who sponsored his immigration.
From entering Canada on fake papers to being the latest face of the Khalistani movement: The life of Hardeep Singh Nijjar
Canada's immigration records laid bare the fact that the passport used by Nijjar was, in fact, counterfeit. Despite his compelling story, the Canadian government remained unconvinced, keeping his file open for a perplexing four-year duration. During this time, Nijjar went so far as to marry a Canadian citizen in an attempt to file fresh claims.
Electronic tagging among 'range of options' UK is considering to keep a check on illegal migrants
In a conversation with 'Sky News', Braverman highlighted the need to exercise control over individuals arriving illegally and subsequently ensure their swift removal to safe countries like Rwanda. This, she explained, necessitates having the means to detain and manage such individuals effectively.
US sues Elon Musk’s SpaceX: All you may want to know
The US Department of Justice has said that SpaceX has violated the Immigration and Citizenship Act. Here are the details about the case.
US sues SpaceX, alleges hiring discrimination against asylum seekers, refugees
In job postings and public statements over several years, SpaceX wrongly claimed that under federal regulations known as export control laws, SpaceX could hire only US citizens and lawful permanent residents, sometimes referred to as "green card holders," the Justice Department said.
After weaponizing immigrants, Europe’s East finds it needs them
The notion of foreign workers filling gaps in the labor market is hardly unusual, and a chronic shortage is forcing employers across Europe to look further afield. But in these parts of Eastern Europe, that’s unmasked an awkward truth: Economic reality has caught up with some of the most vitriolic anti-immigrant rhetoric on the continent.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he thinks like Mahatma Gandhi and wants to be like him
"When I was in India, I saw the footprints that were placed inside the walkway of our leader, Gandhi's last few steps before he was assassinated. And it was a symbol that the bullet may have taken away our leader physically, but spiritually, we must continue those footprints," Adams said at a flag-raising ceremony here Tuesday to mark India's 77th Independence Day.
UK Govt considers relocation of migrants to Ascension Island amid evolving immigration strategy
Home Office Minister Sarah Dines revealed on Monday that the notion of transferring individuals to Ascension Island is being seriously considered.
UK lawyers' watchdog opens investigation into asylum cases
The sting operation report included claims that illegal migrants from Punjab are being allegedly advised by some lawyers in the UK to fake persecution over their support for Khalistani groups to apply for asylum in the country. It even prompted British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to take to Twitter to condemn the actions of the solicitors caught up in the sting.
UK PM Rishi Sunak's Illegal Migration Bill clears Parliament hurdle
The British government's Illegal Migration Bill, instrumental to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's pledge to "stop the boats" of illegal migrants entering the country's shores, has cleared its long-drawn parliamentary hurdle and will soon become law after Royal Assent from King Charles III.
Immigration system needs to be 'modernised' and Congress should act on it rather than use it as 'political tool': White House
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre at her daily news conference on Monday, said the opposition Republican party is not interested in resolving the issue of immigration and has not actually come to the table to have a conversation on how to protect Dreamers and farmworkers.
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