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immigration2 years ago•4 min saved

"Decline in U.S. Illegal Border Crossings Linked to Stricter Mexican Enforcement"

The U.S. has observed a significant decrease in illegal border crossings following increased immigration enforcement by Mexico, which includes stopping migrants on trains, flying and busing them to the southern part of Mexico, and deporting some back to Venezuela. This enforcement surge coincides with ongoing negotiations in the U.S. over asylum restrictions and foreign aid. The drop in crossings has allowed U.S. Customs and Border Protection to reopen ports of entry previously closed due to migrant processing demands. However, the long-term effects of Mexico's enforcement on migration trends remain uncertain.

via NBC News|

##asylumseekers #bidenadministration

politicsimmigration2 years ago•4 min saved

"Decline in US Illegal Border Crossings Linked to Mexico's Enforcement Boost"

The U.S. has observed a significant decrease in illegal border crossings following increased immigration enforcement by Mexico, including stopping migrants on trains, flying and busing them to the southern part of Mexico, and deporting some to Venezuela. This enforcement surge coincides with U.S. discussions on asylum restrictions and foreign aid. Arrests for illegal crossings dropped sharply, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection reopened ports of entry that had been closed due to migrant processing demands. The White House and Senate negotiators are considering new policies that could deny asylum rights if illegal crossings exceed a certain threshold, dependent on Mexico's cooperation. However, experts warn that the long-term effects of Mexico's enforcement on migration trends are uncertain.

via The Associated Press|

##asylumseekers #bidenadministration

legal2 years ago•3 min saved

NYC Files $700M Lawsuit Against Bus Companies for Migrant Transports from Texas

New York City has filed a lawsuit against 17 charter bus companies, seeking $708 million in damages for transporting over 33,600 asylum seekers from Texas to the city since 2022. The city alleges these companies acted in bad faith, causing a financial burden on local resources by dropping off migrants without compliance with new regulations. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called the lawsuit baseless, arguing that the migrants traveled voluntarily and that the city's actions may violate constitutional rights. The lawsuit cites a state law requiring those who bring needy persons into New York to support them or face legal consequences.

via CNN|

##asylumseekers #charterbuscompanies

immigration2 years ago•6 min saved

"Immigration Policy Reduces Perilous Treks, Yet Border Crossings Persist"

The Biden administration's "safe mobility offices" program is providing a legal pathway for refugees to enter the U.S. without making the perilous journey through the U.S.-Mexico border. The initiative, in collaboration with the UN, has so far allowed 3,000 refugees to arrive and 9,000 to be approved, streamlining the refugee process and offering work authorization upon arrival. Despite this, illegal border crossings continue at high rates, and the program faces challenges such as limited awareness and eligibility restrictions. While the program is a positive step, it is not a comprehensive solution to the broader issue of displacement in the Western Hemisphere.

via The Associated Press|

##asylumseekers #bordercrossings

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Documents Imply Rishi Sunak's Skepticism on Rwanda Strategy"

Documents suggest that UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had significant doubts about the effectiveness and cost of the Rwanda asylum plan when he was chancellor, preferring to send fewer migrants and questioning the plan's ability to deter Channel crossings. Despite his previous concerns and the plan being ruled unlawful by the UK Supreme Court, Sunak has committed to changing the law to allow the deportation flights to proceed. The plan, which has faced legal challenges and has not yet resulted in any deportations, aims to deter illegal immigration by sending some asylum seekers to Rwanda for processing. Critics, including Labour MP Yvette Cooper, have called the scheme costly and ineffective, while a government source defended Sunak's support for the plan as a deterrent and fiscal responsibility.

via BBC.com|

##asylumseekers #legalchallenges

politicslocal-news2 years ago•5 min saved

"New Jersey Grapples with Influx of Migrants Amidst Inter-State Tensions and Transit Challenges"

New Jersey officials, including Governor Phil Murphy, are actively directing migrants arriving from the US border to New York City, refusing to share the burden of the migrant influx that NYC Mayor Eric Adams is struggling to manage. Cops in New Jersey are guiding nearly 1,000 asylum seekers onto Manhattan-bound trains, bypassing NYC's executive order that demands advance notice and limits on where migrant buses can arrive. Local New Jersey officials claim they are unprepared to handle the migrants, while NYC leaders continue to seek federal assistance and cooperation from neighboring areas to address the overwhelming number of migrants, primarily sent from Texas by Governor Greg Abbott.

via New York Post |

##asylumseekers #interstatedispute

immigration-and-social-issues2 years ago•4 min saved

"Denver Authorities Clear Migrant Tent City Amid Safety Concerns and Protests"

Authorities in Denver evicted hundreds of migrants from an illegal tent city, offering them alternative housing or transportation out of the area. The camp, mainly composed of Venezuelan asylum seekers, arose due to the influx of migrants bused from Texas under Operation Lone Star. Denver officials are seeking federal assistance and immigration reform to sustainably support the migrants, who are unable to work legally and are scheduled for court hearings years in the future. The city is spending a significant portion of its budget on migrant services and advocates for work authorization and a coordinated federal plan similar to those for Ukrainian and Afghan refugees.

via USA TODAY|

##asylumseekers #denvermigranteviction

crime-and-justice2 years ago•3 min saved

"31 Migrants Kidnapped Near US-Mexico Border, Authorities Launch Search"

Mexican police are searching for 31 migrants, mostly from South America, who were kidnapped at gunpoint from a bus en route to the US-Mexico border. The abduction occurred as the bus was intercepted by armed men near Monterrey. While Mexican nationals on the bus were not taken, this incident highlights the ongoing threat of gang violence against migrants in the region, with ransom demands often being made to their families. The search for the missing migrants continues as the issue of migrant safety in Mexico remains a critical concern.

via BBC.com|

##asylumseekers #crime-and-justice

local-news-immigration2 years ago•2 min saved

"Chicago Suburbs Confront Migrant Influx with Meetings and Proposed Bus Regulations"

Chicago suburbs are holding meetings to address the influx of migrants, with hundreds recently arriving by bus from Texas. Kane County has formed a "bus response team" to assist migrants, while North Chicago is considering financial penalties for unauthorized drop-offs. Signs in Grundy County warn against migrant drop-offs as officials call for broader solutions to the border crisis. Chicago has received over 29,000 migrants since August 2022, and local governments are seeking better tracking and management of the situation.

via WGN TV Chicago|

##asylumseekers #busresponseteam

politicslocal-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"New Jersey Becomes Unintended Hub for Migrants Amid Transit Crackdowns in NYC and Chicago"

NYC Mayor Eric Adams is seeking to extend his executive order, which currently restricts migrant buses, to also include trains and planes in an effort to manage the influx of asylum seekers entering the city. This move comes as migrants have been circumventing the bus restrictions by arriving in New Jersey and then taking trains into Manhattan, or flying directly into New York airports. Adams' initiative is a response to Texas Governor Greg Abbott's policy of sending migrants to sanctuary cities, which has led to over 160,000 migrants arriving in NYC since spring 2022, straining the city's shelter system. The mayor is rallying for support to enforce the expanded order, while local officials in New Jersey express their concerns and intentions to address the issue.

via New York Post |

##asylumseekers #ericadams

politicsimmigration2 years ago•4 min saved

"Migrants Rerouted to New Jersey to Circumvent New York City Bus Regulations"

New Jersey has become a transit point for migrant buses headed to New York City, circumventing an executive order by NYC Mayor Eric Adams that requires advance notice and regulated drop-off times for migrant arrivals. Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli called this a "loophole" and expressed concerns over the unexpected consequences of the stringent NYC order. Governor Phil Murphy's office is coordinating with federal and local partners on the issue, while mayors from affected New Jersey towns are monitoring the situation. The influx of migrants has prompted calls from various city mayors for more federal assistance and coordination.

via Fox News|

##asylumseekers #executiveorder

politicslocal-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Migrants Diverted to New Jersey Stations to Circumvent New York Bus Regulations"

Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli reported that buses carrying migrants bound for New York City are being dropped off at New Jersey train stations, including Secaucus Junction, to circumvent an executive order by NYC Mayor Eric Adams. This order requires advance notice and limits drop-off times for migrant arrivals. Approximately 397 migrants have been dropped off at various stations since Saturday. New Jersey officials are coordinating with federal and local authorities, while NYC officials are calling for more federal assistance and coordination with Texas, where many migrants are coming from.

via ABC News|

##asylumseekers #executiveorder

politicssocial-issues2 years ago•1 min saved

"Mayors Clash with Texas Governor Over Surprise Migrant Busing to Cities"

Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli reported that four migrant buses arrived at the Secaucus train station, with migrants then taking trains to New York City, circumventing an executive order by NYC Mayor Eric Adams. The order mandates that migrant buses can only arrive in NYC during specific hours and at a designated drop-off site, with advance notice. Over 161,000 migrants have sought aid in NYC since spring 2022. Gonnelli indicated that bus operators are exploiting a loophole and that similar incidents are happening at other NJ train stations, with state authorities planning to address the situation.

via NBC New York|

##asylumseekers #executiveorder

politicssocial-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

"Mayors Challenge Texas Governor's Surprise Migrant Transports to Major Cities"

Migrant buses originally bound for New York City are being diverted to New Jersey train stations to circumvent an executive order by NYC Mayor Eric Adams, which requires bus companies to notify the city of migrant arrivals 32 hours in advance and restricts drop-offs to weekday mornings. Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli has noted the unintended consequences of the order, as New Jersey becomes an unintended transit point. New York City, dealing with over 14,700 asylum seekers, has opened emergency sites and is calling for federal and state assistance to manage the ongoing influx.

via NJ.com|

##asylumseekers #executiveorder

politicssocial-issues2 years ago•3 min saved

"Texas Transports Over 350 Migrants to Rockford, Chicago Responds to Influx"

Over 350 migrants were flown from Texas to Rockford, Illinois, and then bused to the Chicago area without prior communication with Chicago officials, as part of Texas Governor Greg Abbott's ongoing initiative to transport asylum-seekers to "sanctuary cities." Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson criticized the lack of coordination and described the situation as a federal crisis that local governments are forced to manage. Texas has sent over 90,000 migrants to various cities since April 2022, with Chicago receiving more than 28,000 since August 2022. The city of Chicago has taken measures to manage the arrival of these migrants, including impounding "rogue buses" from Texas.

via CNN|

##asylumseekers #chicago