Darién Gap: Epicenter of a Migration Crisis in Colombia
The Colombian legislature has summoned the ministers of the Interior, Defense, Health, and Foreign Affairs to discuss the migration situation in the Darién Gap, the jungle region that separates Colombia and Panama. According to Panamanian figures, more than 360,000 people have traveled through this region over the past year. Primarily, migrants from Venezuela, Cuba, and […]
Barbed Wire in Texas: An Unexpected Turn in Immigration History
The U.S. Department of Justice is evaluating the legality of the barbed wire used by Texas at the border, while Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has criticized its use as inhumane. According to Xóchitl Hinojosa, a spokesperson for the Department of Justice, the agency is working with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to […]
From Challenges to Opportunities: The Story of Immigrants Between Texas and Florida
While Florida is taking a tougher stance toward undocumented immigrants, Texas appears, in some ways, to be embracing this source of labor despite its own immigration regulations. The contrast is striking: while many immigrants in Florida struggle with recent restrictions, they are finding certain employment opportunities in Texas. “The Texas population, like that of other […]
Southern Border in Crisis: The Controversial CBP One App and Its Challenges
The southern border has recently been at the center of controversy following measures adopted by Texas, including barbed wire and floating barriers in the Rio Grande. These measures have made the process even more difficult for migrants seeking political asylum, particularly with the use of the CBP One app. During the event “Hate Escalates at […]
Randall’s Island: A New Horizon for Thousands of Migrants in New York
At a recent press conference, Mayor Eric Adams revealed New York City’s plans to increase shelter capacity on Randall’s Island, with the expectation of accommodating up to 2,000 migrants. The site previously housed a similar center last year, but it had to be shut down shortly after it was established. Fortunately, to fund this initiative, […]
Don’t Be a Victim: Learn How to Avoid Immigration Scams!
The official U.S. immigration and citizenship agency, known as USCIS, has emphasized the need for those seeking to make the United States their new home to be informed and prepared to protect themselves against immigration scams. Through its website, USCIS has identified some of the most common fraudulent tactics: 1. Requests for payment for assistance […]
U.S. Family Reunification: Learn About the Changes for Cubans and Haitians!
The United States has recently streamlined the family reunification process for people from Cuba and Haiti, implementing several changes that make the application process easier. The most notable changes include: – Greater access to the process through digital tools, allowing much of the application to be completed online. – Applicants do not need to be […]
Will SB 1718 Be Halted? Court Decisions and Their Impact on Immigrants in Florida
In a recent ruling, Judge Roy K. Altman of the Southern District Court in Florida denied a request from several civil organizations seeking to temporarily block SB 1718, a law related to immigrants. The primary reason for the decision was deficiencies in the process of notifying the parties involved. Judge Altman noted that although the […]
USCIS Adds myProgress to New Essential Forms
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced that it has expanded the myProgress service (previously known as personalized processing times) to Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. Thanks to myProgress, users can review a personalized estimate through their online account showing how long their case may take, including […]
DACA in the U.S.: Protections and Challenges for Dreamers
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has been a hot topic in U.S. immigration policy in recent years. This initiative provides temporary protection from deportation and grants legal status to certain undocumented young people known as Dreamers. DACA has been a source of hope for thousands of young immigrants who came to the […]
