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RI Judge Dismisses ACLU Lawsuit Defending Illegal Aliens

Friday, January 2, 2009, 10:45 AM

A judge in Rhode Island has thrown out a lawsuit filed by the ACLU that challenged the detention of 14 Guatemalan immigrants that were pulled over for a minor traffic stop. The 14 immigrants were pulled over in Richmond, R.I. on Interstate-95, but all turned out to be in the country illegally.

More Brazilians in New Jersey Leaving for Home

Monday, December 22, 2008, 12:10 PM

The souring economy is having an impact on the Brazilian population in Newark, N.J. according to a story in the Star-Ledger. The housing crisis combined with a stable economy in Brazil are causing many undocumented residents to head back to Brazil.

Southwest Border Fence hits 500-mile Mark

Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 3:08 PM

The federal government has completed 500 miles of the 670-mile planned fence along the Southwest border. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff expects another 100 miles to be completed by the time Barack Obama takes office on January 20.

Official Accused of Hiring Illegal Immigrants

Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 3:54 PM

A federal official with the job of overseeing immigration enforcement in three New England States was charged last week for hiring three illegal aliens to clean her Massachusetts home.

Apprehensions Decrease at New Mexico Border Fence

Sunday, November 23, 2008, 10:36 PM

Apprehensions decreased by 67 percent in southern Luna County in New Mexico thanks to the construction of a border fence and increased resources. Also, the completion of a pedestrian fence in Santa Teresa has allowed for the re-deployment of agents to other areas.

Federal Contractors Must Use E-Verify Starting 1/15/09

Thursday, November 13, 2008, 4:11 PM

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that Federal contractors and subcontractors will be required to begin using E-Verify starting Jan. 15, 2009 to check their employees’ eligibility to work in the U.S.

Immigration to go Paperless

Friday, November 7, 2008, 11:11 AM

The Bush Administration has launched an initiative with the help of IBM for changing the way immigration applications for visas, citizenship and approval to work in the United States are handled. The five-year, $500 million effort would convert the case-management system for U.S.

Economy, Enforcement Reversing Illegal Migratory Trend

Updated Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 8:20 AM

At a news conference held last week to detail his agency’s recent achievements, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discussed how the economy, along with increased enforcement, are reducing the number of inbound illegal aliens and increasing departures home.

Texas Issuing Different Looking License to Immigrants

Thursday, October 9, 2008, 4:16 PM

A new Texas rule will force immigrants to prove that they are living in the United States legally before they can obtain a driver's license. The new rule, which went into effect on October 1, also requires vertical licenses instead of horizontal ones issued to U.S. citizens.

Rep. Tancredo Demands Safeguards in any Economic Bailout

Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 1:35 PM

Rep. Tom Tancredo (R-Colo.) has demanded that any bailout of the financial industry include provisions that prevent taxpayer funds from being used to assist illegal alien homeowners. Tancredo also wants safeguards to prevent illegal aliens from benefiting from federally backed home loans.

Court Allows Rhode Island to Require E-Verify

Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 9:48 AM

A Rhode Island Superior court judge has rejected the ACLU's attempts to prevent Gov. Don Carcieri from requiring businesses who serve as state contractors to use the E-Verify employment verification system.

37 New Partners Join ICE’s Best Hiring Practices Program

Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 6:02 PM

The ICE Mutual Agreement between Government and Employers (IMAGE) program was initiated in 2007 to help businesses reduce unauthorized employment by illegal aliens and the related use of fraudulent identity documents.

“Virtual Fence” Construction Halted

Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 1:28 PM

The Interior Department has knocked a hole in the Homeland Security Department’s plan to slow illegal crossings into Arizona through the construction of a "virtual fence," the Associated Press reports.

New Pilot Program Gives Fugitive Aliens a Chance to Self-Deport

Thursday, July 31, 2008, 8:15 AM

ICE yesterday announced the introduction of a self-deportation pilot program for fugitive aliens called "Operation Scheduled Departure." Fugitive aliens are illegal aliens who are under court order to leave the United States but took flight after being released on their own recognizance.

Widow Blames San Francisco Sanctuary Policy for Murder of Husband, Two Sons

Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6:59 AM

Danielle Bologna is calling for changes in San Francisco’s sanctuary policy after charges were filed against an illegal alien gang member for the murder of her husband and two sons.

San Francisco Alters Sanctuary Policy

Thursday, July 3, 2008, 7:31 AM

Gavin Newsom, the Mayor of San Francisco, announced that his city will no longer underwrite the costs of sending illegal alien drug dealers back to their home countries, the Washington Post reports. This decision comes in the wake of threats by U.S.

45 Illegal Workers Arrested in Metro-D.C. Raid

Tuesday, July 1, 2008, 5:50 PM

Forty-five illegal workers were arrested by federal agents in the largest immigration bust that Maryland has seen in recent years.

U.S. Farmers Move Business to Mexico in Search of Cheap Labor

Updated Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 12:06 PM

strawberry pickers
Due to the success of recent immigration raids, U.S. farmers are setting up operations in Mexico because they are having a hard time finding cheap labor that cannot be deported.

Stiffer Immigration Laws Take Effect in Missouri

Friday, January 2, 2009, 10:25 AM

New immigration laws went into effect in Missouri at the start of the new year, requiring all public employers in the state to use E-Verify.

Maryland Seeking Bill to Tie Legal Status to Driver's Licenses

Thursday, December 18, 2008, 11:15 AM

The Maryland General Assembly could approve a bill next month that reverses a long-standing policy allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses. Currently, Maryland is one of four states that allows undocumented immigrants to obtain a license.

Mexico Enforcing Immigration Laws

Friday, December 12, 2008, 10:10 AM

A New York Times story reports that Mexico has deported 350 Americans back to the United States during the first nine months of 2008. The number represents one percent of all deportees in the country.

Guest Worker Program Proposed in Utah

Thursday, December 4, 2008, 4:00 PM

Utah business leaders with the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce proposed a plan to the state legislature that would allow undocumented immigrants to work in the state for two years and receive health insurance funded by a special guest worker tax.

Mexican Emigration Down Over Last Two Years

Friday, November 21, 2008, 10:32 AM

A survey conducted by the National Statistics and Geography Institute reveals that Mexican emigration has dropped 42 percent over the last two years. The study indicates that the economic downturn combined with increased enforcement has made the United States less appealing.

Company that Hired Undocumented Worker being held Accountable in Actress Murder

Thursday, November 13, 2008, 11:22 AM

Bradford General Contractors is being sued by the family of slain actress Adrienne Shelley for hiring the undocumented worker that attacked and killed her. Diego Pillco was doing renovation work for the company in the same building Shelley was working in.

Border Control Reduces Illegal Entries

Updated Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 4:08 PM

New numbers suggest that individuals are being deterred from crossing into the United States illegally. Chief Patrol Agent Robert Gilbert credits his agency's hard work and wise planning.

Washington to Check Farm Worker Documents

Friday, October 10, 2008, 11:11 AM

Washington State officials have announced that they will screen potential farm hands for immigration violations before matching them to jobs. During the screening process, they will not use the federal verification system, making the matter more of a gesture than actual action.

New Report Shows Lax Border Security Fuels Violent Gangs

Monday, October 6, 2008, 9:03 AM

A new report from the Center for Immigration Studies shows that America's refusal to secure our borders has fueled a marked increase in the level of gang violence.

Immigration Decreased in 2007

Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 12:22 PM

America's economic downturn and increased immigration enforcement has caused the number of immigrants entering the United States to drop significantly.

Atlanta 'Godfather" Admits to Selling Fake Documents

Sunday, September 14, 2008, 12:05 PM

Francisco Santillan Arellano, a self-proclaimed "Godfather," pleaded guilty to identity theft Friday in federal court in Atlanta. Arellano admitted to selling more than 90 sets of fraudulent documents per week. He faces up to 12 years in prison and a $750,000 fine.

Illegal Workers Leaving California in Large Numbers

Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:26 AM

Recent employment figures show that California's day labor population is dropping due to a decrease in the number of construction jobs caused by America's recent economic downturn and the increased vigilance of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Border Patrol Staffing Bunched up in California

Monday, August 11, 2008, 8:06 AM

The Associated Press reports that the U.S. Border Patrol has assigned more agents per mile to the San Diego sector as compared to other sectors that have historically been busier spots for illegal crossings.

Oregon Sees Fall in License Seekers After Requiring Proof of Legal Residence

Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 11:47 AM

The State of Oregon has seen a fall in the number of individuals seeking driver's licenses after implementing rules that require license seekers to show a valid Social Security number, proof of identity, and proof of Oregon residency.

Missouri Governor Signs Law Targeting Illegal Aliens

Updated Thursday, July 10, 2008, 10:05 AM

Missouri Governor Matt Blunt signed into law today legislation that will make it harder for illegal aliens living in the state to receive benefits and harder to find jobs. The new legislations requires all public employers to use the E-Verify

Crime Drop Linked to Illegal Immigration Reduction Efforts

Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 6:11 PM

The Associated Press reports that Prince William County Board Chairman Corey Stewart links the decline in certain types of crime last year to the County's efforts to reduce illegal immigration.

Illegal Alien Jail Rates Up Significantly Along the Border

Updated Wednesday, June 18, 2008, 11:29 AM

U.S. Border Patrol agent
The Los Angeles Times reports today that the Department of Homeland Security is making a significantly higher number of arrests along the U.S.-Mexico border under a joint DHS-Justice Department progr

In the News

Time to build trust on immigration

In the News - Wednesday, December 31, 2008

In 2006 and 2007, Congress failed at compromise on illegal migration, an issue that confronts many countries.

Americans clearly wanted stronger enforcement of the nation's immigration laws. This had to come before any attempt at reforms to create a program for temporary workers to enter the country legally or to allow undocumented migrants in the US to walk a punitive path to citizenship, which many deem amnesty.

Christian Science Monitor

http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/1231/p08s01-comv.html

Homeland Security's 5-year threat picture

In the News - Thursday, December 25, 2008

Terrorists will continue to try to evade U.S. border security measures and place operatives inside the mainland to carry out attacks, the 38-page assessment said. It also said that they may pose as refugees or asylum seekers or try to exploit foreign travel channels such as the visa waiver program, which allows citizens of 34 countries to enter the U.S. without visas.

Long waits for immigration and more restrictive European refugee and asylum programs will cause more foreigners to try to enter the U.S. illegally. Increasing numbers of Iraqis are expected to migrate to the U.S. in the next five years; and refugees from Somalia and Sudan could increase because of conflicts in those countries, the assessment said.

Because there is a proposed cap of 12,000 refugees from Africa, officials expect more will try to enter the U.S. illegally as well. Officials predict the same scenario for refugees from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

By Eileen Sullivan; Associated Press

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2008/dec/25/homeland-securitys-5-year-threat-picture/

Smuggling of Chinese immigrants on the rise

In the News - Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Attempts to smuggle illegal immigrants from China into the Houston area have increased in recent months, with the most recent effort being a scheme to fly them into the region, a top immigration agent said.

The Associated Press

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/6180683.html

Fact Sheet: DHS End-of-Year Accomplishments

In the News - Thursday, December 18, 2008

Under President George W. Bush’s leadership, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has achieved considerable success in protecting the nation from dangerous people and goods, securing the nation’s critical infrastructure, strengthening emergency preparedness and response and unifying department operations. More than seven years without an attack on U.S. soil is a testament to this department’s 218,000 employees, the intelligence community and the nation’s first responders and law enforcement officers.

http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1229609413187.shtm

Immigrant exodus -- Layoffs, deportations sending Mexicans home

In the News - Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Layoffs, dwindling job opportunities, anti-immigrant sentiment and the crackdown on illegal immigrants are forcing hard choices on many Mexican nationals in Colorado. Though not an exodus, some are returning to a nation they haven't seen in years.

Associated Press, Washington Times

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2008/dec/17/immigrant-exodus/

2 Nogales tunnels found; group of 17 Bolivians halted

In the News - Tuesday, December 16, 2008

"Two tunnels were discovered in Nogales over the weekend by Nogales police officers, making a four-day total of three tunnels found in the border city.

Elsewhere, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers stopped 17 people from entering the United States using fraudulent Canadian citizenship cards at the Douglas port of entry."

December 16, 2008, Arizona Daily Star

http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/271867

Illegal-immigrant workers driven down hard road

In the News - Sunday, December 14, 2008

"The plunging U.S. economy and subsequent cuts in the construction, service and manufacturing industries are prompting many immigrant workers, particularly those in the United States illegally, to contemplate a life-changing decision: Do they stay and earn far less, or head home to meager opportunities?"

Leslie Berestein, San Diego Union-Tribune, December 14, 2008

http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/metro/20081214-9999-1n14home.html

Sting targets Eastern European illegal immigration ring

In the News - Thursday, December 11, 2008

Federal authorities Wednesday arrested six people, including two with Pittsburgh ties, on charges that they operated a network of staffing services with more than 100 illegal workers from Eastern Europe.

The suspects hired workers from Russia, Ukraine, Estonia and Lithuania -- knowing their temporary visas had expired and assigned the workers to businesses in Pittsburgh, Monroeville and Ohio, prosecutors say. The defendants are accused of trying to hide the illegal workers' immigration status by providing housing, as well as transportation to and from work.

Jason Cato, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, December 11, 2008

http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_602452.html

Unicoi police to participate in training on illegal-alien issues

In the News - Thursday, December 11, 2008

The Unicoi County Sheriff’s Department will participate in a federal program that will provide more training in handling issues related to illegal aliens that also could be used in other cases.

Sheriff Kent Harris and Lt. George Berry met Tuesday with two representatives of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency from New Orleans. The sheriff’s department had inquired about taking part in a program in which it would be able to take illegal aliens to a federal holding facility.

Jim Wozniak, Kingsport (TN) Times News, December 11, 2008

http://www.timesnews.net/article.php?id=9010282

Texas county files appeal to stop border fence

In the News - Wednesday, December 10, 2008

A Texas county filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court this week in the latest bid to stop construction of hundreds of miles of fencing along the U.S.-Mexico border.

In asking the court to review a lawsuit previously dismissed by a federal court judge, lawyers for El Paso County contend that U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff overstepped his legal authority when he waived 37 federal laws that could have slowed or blocked construction of fencing along the border.

Alicia Caldwell, AP, December 10, 2008

http://http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/nation/6158543.html

Polls

Transatlantic Trends: Immigration

Protect Jobs and Wages Support Tougher Enforcement - Tuesday, November 18, 2008

When asked about what governments should do to address illegal immigration, 83% of respondents supported stronger border controls, 74% supported cracking down on employers, and 68% supported deportation.

The German Marshall Fund of the United States, 2008

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