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Video Evidence Challenges DHS's Claim of Safe Drop for Rohingya Refugee in Buffalo
immigration2 days ago

Video Evidence Challenges DHS's Claim of Safe Drop for Rohingya Refugee in Buffalo

Surveillance footage obtained by Investigative Post contradicts DHS’s claim that Border Patrol dropped Nurul Shah Alam, a nearly blind Rohingya refugee, at a warm, safe location after his jail release. The video shows a van arriving at a closed Tim Hortons in Buffalo after hours and Shah Alam, who could not access the shop, wandering the area for days before his death. DHS said officers offered a courtesy ride to a safe location, but critics say it amounted to abandonment. Refugees International and others are calling for a full probe into Border Patrol’s handling of Shah Alam and similar cases.

via Common Dreams|
#immigration#new-york#rohingya
Border Patrol Leadership Changes Amid Chicago Crime Concerns
local-news3 months ago

Border Patrol Leadership Changes Amid Chicago Crime Concerns

U.S. Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino and agents are expected to leave Chicago soon as the Department of Homeland Security reduces its presence, signaling a shift away from the aggressive 'Operation Midway Blitz' campaign, though federal efforts may increase again in the spring. Bovino's departure follows controversy over his conduct and legal challenges, and his future plans include relocating to other cities.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#chicago#greg-bovino#immigration-enforcement
Judge Questions Federal Authorities on Immigration Enforcement and Use of Force in Chicago
world4 months ago

Judge Questions Federal Authorities on Immigration Enforcement and Use of Force in Chicago

U.S. Border Patrol agents in Chicago are equipped with body cameras amid a crackdown on immigration, with recent use of tear gas during protests drawing scrutiny. A court hearing examined the tactics and safety measures, including the use of tear gas and the requirement for agents to wear badges and cameras, amidst ongoing legal and political debates about immigration enforcement methods.

via AP News|
#body-cameras#chicago#immigration-enforcement
Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol indicted by federal grand jury
world4 months ago

Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol indicted by federal grand jury

A Chicago woman, Marimar Martinez, was indicted after being shot multiple times by US Customs and Border Protection agents, who allege she rammed their vehicle and was armed, though her lawyer disputes this based on body camera footage. Another individual, Anthony Ian Santos Ruiz, was also indicted in connection with the case amid increased immigration enforcement in Chicago.

via The Guardian|
#chicago#immigration-enforcement#indictment
"Divided GOP: Border Security Funding Debate Escalates"
politics1 year ago

"Divided GOP: Border Security Funding Debate Escalates"

The House of Representatives has approved a $1.2 trillion bipartisan package that includes increased funding for immigration and border enforcement, emphasizing the desire for heightened spending on curbing illegal immigration at the US-Mexico border. The package allocates over $9.5 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), thousands of new police-type vehicles, and funds for marine vessels, aircraft, and unmanned aerial systems for the Department of Homeland Security and US Customs and Border Protection. The bill now heads to the Senate for a vote before midnight.

via NPR|
#border-security#house-appropriations-bill#immigration-enforcement
Migrants Breach Border Barriers in Texas in Wild Scene
immigration1 year ago

Migrants Breach Border Barriers in Texas in Wild Scene

Hundreds of migrants breached temporary fencing on the northern banks of the Rio Grande in El Paso, overwhelming Texas National Guard soldiers before being apprehended by U.S. Border Patrol agents. The fencing was part of Governor Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star, aimed at preventing migrants from entering the U.S. The incident occurred amidst a surge of about 1,000 migrant encounters per day in the El Paso Sector, prompting the state to install more barriers and instructing law enforcement to arrest migrants for criminal trespass and destruction of property.

via KERA News|
#border-security#immigration#migrants
Lebanese Migrant with Alleged Hezbollah Ties Apprehended at US Southern Border
national-security1 year ago

Lebanese Migrant with Alleged Hezbollah Ties Apprehended at US Southern Border

A Lebanese national was apprehended at the Texas border after claiming to be a member of a foreign terrorist organization and expressing intent to build a bomb. Federal law enforcement officials have launched an investigation, and the individual is in US custody. FBI Director Christopher Wray noted an increase in "known or suspected terrorists" attempting to cross the southern border in the last five years, but emphasized that the number of individuals encountered with terror watchlist records is extremely small. Border security and the migrant crisis remain top concerns for voters, with President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump recently visiting Texas border communities.

via CNN|
#department-of-homeland-security#federal-investigation#national-security
"U.S. Border Patrol Union Endorses Bipartisan Immigration Deal Despite Conservative Opposition"
politics2 years ago

"U.S. Border Patrol Union Endorses Bipartisan Immigration Deal Despite Conservative Opposition"

The National Border Patrol Council, representing over 18,000 U.S. Border Patrol agents, endorsed the bipartisan Senate immigration deal, despite conservative backlash. The union believes the bill will reduce illegal border crossings and improve agents' ability to apprehend border crossers. However, the legislation faces opposition from House Republicans, with House Speaker Mike Johnson calling it a "waste of time." Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell praised the bill's negotiator, Sen. James Lankford, but several Republican senators have already expressed opposition. The Senate is set to vote on the bill as part of a national security supplemental package.

via NBC News|
#bipartisan-agreement#immigration#national-border-patrol-council
"Border Patrol Busts 69 Migrants in El Paso Storm Drain Smuggling Operation"
immigration2 years ago

"Border Patrol Busts 69 Migrants in El Paso Storm Drain Smuggling Operation"

US Border Patrol agents arrested 69 migrants, including four unaccompanied minors, who were hiding in El Paso's storm drain system. The migrants, from Guatemala, Mexico, Bolivia, Honduras, and El Salvador, were medically evaluated and processed for removal. The El Paso Sector Border Patrol warned of the dangers posed by the storm drain system and stated that serious consequences would be delivered to individuals exploiting it. The city's storm drain system is described as large and complex, with migrants facing risks such as encountering chemicals, toxic gases, insects, and venomous animals, as well as the possibility of drowning or suffocation.

via New York Post |
#el-paso#human-smuggling#immigration
"Border Crisis: US Agents Forced to Virtually Process Surging Migrants Amid Chaos and Unauthorized Entry"
immigration2 years ago

"Border Crisis: US Agents Forced to Virtually Process Surging Migrants Amid Chaos and Unauthorized Entry"

U.S. Border Patrol agents along the northern and coastal borders have been asked to assist their colleagues at the U.S.-Mexico border by expediting the virtual processing of illegal immigrants, as the number of migrants in custody exceeds 19,100. The virtual processing involves agents conducting video calls with migrants. The Border Patrol's resources have been focused on sectors in Texas, Arizona, and California, leading to a temporary suspension and reduction of vehicle processing at ports of entry in those areas. The Tucson Sector in Arizona reported a record-breaking 15,300 illegal crossings last week. The surge in migrant encounters at the southern border continues, with over 240,000 people encountered in October, the highest-ever number for that month.

via Fox News|
#asylum-seekers#immigration#migrant-surge
Inspector Report Reveals U.S. Border Agents Separating Migrant Children to Prevent Overcrowding
immigration2 years ago

Inspector Report Reveals U.S. Border Agents Separating Migrant Children to Prevent Overcrowding

U.S. Border Patrol agents have been separating migrant children as young as 8 from their parents for several days this summer to prevent overcrowding in holding facilities, according to an independent federal court monitor. The separations, which occurred at a facility in Texas, raised concerns about the psychological impact on the children. The monitor found that the separated children experienced emotional distress and were unable to communicate with their parents. The report highlights the operational and humanitarian challenges faced by Border Patrol due to a recent spike in migrant crossings along the U.S.-Mexico border.

via CBS News|
#family-separation#immigration#mental-health