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Judge says New York can't use 'antiquated, unconstitutional' law to block migrant buses from Texas
Read full article: Judge says New York can't use 'antiquated, unconstitutional' law to block migrant buses from TexasA judge has ruled that New York City canāt use a two-century-old āanti-pauperā law to block the state of Texas from offering migrants free bus rides to the city.
Migrant advocacy groups applaud federal judgeās ruling on Bidenās asylum policy
Read full article: Migrant advocacy groups applaud federal judgeās ruling on Bidenās asylum policyThe federal judgeās decision, applauded by many migrant advocacy groups, said the strict additional layers make it next to impossible for many who are seeking refuge in the United States.
Political science, economics experts explain possible reasons behind current influx in asylum seekers
Read full article: Political science, economics experts explain possible reasons behind current influx in asylum seekersData releasedĀ from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security this week reflects a notable increase in asylum seekers from three Latin American countries.
San Antonioās 13th Floor Haunted House to debut three new frightening attractions
Read full article: San Antonioās 13th Floor Haunted House to debut three new frightening attractionsSan Antonioās 13th Floor Haunted House will debut three new terrifying attractions at its grand opening this weekend, according to a news release.
Border Patrol opens new processing facility in Eagle Pass, influx of migrants continues
Read full article: Border Patrol opens new processing facility in Eagle Pass, influx of migrants continuesLess than 24 hours after opening new processing facility in Eagle Pass, Border Patrol agents say its almost at capacity.
Whatās next for Texas? SCOTUS rules Biden administration can end āremain in Mexicoā policy
Read full article: Whatās next for Texas? SCOTUS rules Biden administration can end āremain in Mexicoā policyIn a 5-4 ruling, the justices announced Thursday morning that the Migrant Protection Protocols policy, better known āremain in Mexico,ā can end under the Biden Administration.
How did a little-known provision in federal law upend the immigration system? KSAT Explains
Read full article: How did a little-known provision in federal law upend the immigration system? KSAT ExplainsWe dive into the difference in how the U.S. handles asylum seekers versus those who cross the border illegally and try to go undetected.
Haitian asylum seekers being offered pro bono legal help
Read full article: Haitian asylum seekers being offered pro bono legal helpOn the ground with the 4,000 Haitian arrivals who remain in Del Rio was Carlos Moore, the president of the National Bar Association, the largest organization of 65,000 African-American lawyers, judges, law students and professors.
Appeals court won't delay 'Remain in Mexico' return
Read full article: Appeals court won't delay 'Remain in Mexico' returnA federal appellate court has refused to delay implementation of a judge's order reinstating a Trump administration policy forcing thousands to wait in Mexico while seeking asylum in the U.S. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued the ruling late Thursday.
Advocates push AG Merrick Garland to restore asylum protections for domestic violence victims
Read full article: Advocates push AG Merrick Garland to restore asylum protections for domestic violence victimsIf any of the families at the Battered Women and Childrenās Shelter are in the U.S. illegally, Marta Pelaez, president and CEO of Family Violence Prevention Services, said she wouldnāt know since theyāre not asked about their legal status.
Bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers announces legislation to ease crowding at border facilities
Read full article: Bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers announces legislation to ease crowding at border facilitiesUS judge blocks Trump administrationās sweeping asylum rules
Read full article: US judge blocks Trump administrationās sweeping asylum rulesSAN DIEGO ā A U.S. judge on Friday blocked the Trump administrationās most sweeping set of asylum restrictions less than two weeks before President-elect Joe Biden takes office. The court order has limited immediate impact because the government has largely suspended asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border during the coronavirus pandemic, citing public health concerns. He said it was the fifth time a court has ruled against Homeland Security on the same grounds. Any foreigner who steps on U.S. soil has a legal right to apply for asylum, according to U.S. asylum law and international treaty obligations. Donato took issue with how people came to lead the Department of Homeland Security.