A federal judge in New York has once again put the Trump administration’s “public charge” rule on hold, but only for the duration of the COVID-19 national emergency. This rule,…
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…spreading COVID-19. The Trump administration nevertheless deemed farmworkers “essential” early in the pandemic, expanding the H-2A visa program while slashing others. This has come at a high cost. New research…
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The development of a COVID-19 vaccine is a global endeavor. The scientists and entrepreneurs creating the vaccine are of many nationalities and immigration statuses—as are the millions of people impacted…
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…of “economic contraction resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak.” But the administration’s selection of nonimmigrant visa categories underscores its true intent. The ban is anti-legal immigration, not pro-job. Which visa categories…
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…detention numbers in recent years. But a commitment to reduce the number of people in ICE detention centers couldn’t be more critical or timely. The death toll from COVID-19 in…
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As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, the U.S. health care system will likely be pushed to its limits. During this time, it is important to remember the role that immigrant health…
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…on it for work authorization, adjustment of status, naturalization, and many other immigration benefits. However, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on agency operations has made a bad situation much…
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My name is Sonia Martinez. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant working to help treat patients with COVID-19 at University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado. I am also one…
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…the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency is now providing new ways to take the oath, including drive-thru naturalization ceremonies. The cancellation of oath ceremonies had prevented 120,000 immigrants from becoming U.S….
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…for COVID-19 in ICE custody, and at least one more soon after release. James Thomas Hill, a 72-year-old Canadian citizen who tested positive for COVID-19 about a month ago, died…
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