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Judicial Orders Halt Trump’s Plans to End Protected Status for Various Immigrant Groups
Originally Published 11 days ago — by CBS News
A California federal judge invalidated the Trump administration's attempt to end Temporary Protected Status for about 60,000 immigrants from Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua, ruling the decision was pre-ordained and unlawful, thus restoring their legal protections and work rights.
U.S. Implements New Immigration Restrictions Starting January 2026
Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC News
New immigration restrictions ordered by President Trump, including a travel ban on individuals from seven countries and changes to the H1-B visa program prioritizing higher-wage earners, went into effect on January 1, 2026, amid ongoing debates over national security and immigration policy.
Judge Blocks Trump Plan to End South Sudanese Immigration Protections
Originally Published 11 days ago — by NBC News
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end temporary protected status for South Sudanese immigrants in the U.S., citing potential harm and legal concerns, while the case is reviewed.
US Immigration and Citizenship Processes Face Disruptions Amid Policy Changes
Originally Published 12 days ago — by The Guardian
The article reports on the despair and disruption caused by the Trump administration's policies, including travel bans and cancellations of naturalization ceremonies for nationals of certain countries, which have left many hopeful immigrants feeling betrayed and fearful of losing their legal status, amid broader efforts to scrutinize and potentially revoke citizenship.
Immigration Crackdown Sparks Fear in Washington Orchards
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Washington State Standard
The article discusses the impact of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement on farmworkers in Washington, highlighting fears, labor shortages, and legislative efforts to provide legal pathways for workers, amidst increased immigration arrests and reliance on temporary visas.
Chicago Couple Faces Uncertain Future After Deportation and Detention
Originally Published 14 days ago — by WBEZ Chicago
A newlywed couple separated by an ICE raid in Chicago faces the hardships of deportation and detention, with the wife self-deported to Mexico and the husband detained in Michigan, highlighting the emotional and logistical toll of immigration enforcement.
ICE Plans to Detain Up to 80,000 Migrants in Warehouse Facilities
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Washington Post
The Trump administration plans to overhaul the U.S. immigrant detention system by renovating warehouses to hold over 80,000 detainees simultaneously, aiming to expedite deportations, according to internal ICE documents.
Woman Deported Before She Could Say Goodbye to Dying Husband in ICE Custody
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Guardian
A Guatemalan man died of natural causes after being detained by ICE at Fort Bliss, Texas, while his wife was deported without seeing him again, raising concerns about inhumane conditions and medical neglect at detention facilities.
Wendell Woman Detained by Border Patrol Returns Home After Weeks in Immigration Custody
Originally Published 19 days ago — by ABC11
A woman detained by ICE in Wake County, North Carolina, after being moved to a Georgia facility, has been released and returned home, highlighting issues with immigration enforcement and her ongoing legal case for citizenship.
US Moves Toward Wage-Based H-1B Visa System Amid Policy Overhaul
Originally Published 19 days ago — by USCIS (.gov)
The Department of Homeland Security is changing the H-1B visa selection process from a random lottery to a weighted system that favors higher-skilled and higher-paid foreign workers to better protect American workers' wages and job opportunities, effective February 27, 2026.