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The Left Needs a Positive Vision for How Immigration Policy Should Actually Work
As Democrats move right on immigration, the left must boldly embrace open borders, says author John Washington.
Democrats Are Embracing Border Policies They Repeatedly Condemned Under Trump
The party is twisting itself into a pretzel to defend the most restrictive immigration policies in decades.
Arizona Republicans Advance Bill Allowing Property Owners to Kill Migrants
The bill would allow property owners to kill migrants by claiming they believed their life was in danger.
Critics Blast Bipartisan Immigration Bill as “Disgrace” That Will Harm Migrants
The proposed bill "will result in more cruelty and chaos at our nation’s border," one pro-immigration group said.
Progressives Urge Biden to Stop Political Theater of Cruel Border Policies
Critics say Biden's campaign promise to "shut down the border" is a senseless appeal to "a voter who doesn't exist."
AOC: GOP Would Rather Sacrifice Child Labor Laws Than Allow Legal Immigration
Republicans “would rather roll back child labor laws … than allow immigrants into their community,” she said.
Biden Is Paying Growers to Replace Farmworkers With Bracero Contract Labor
Under the new visa pilot program, the administration is prioritizing growers’ profits over farmworkers’ rights.
Texas Governor Intensifies Immigrant Policing as Trump Cites Hitler During Rally
"We have targets on our backs," says El Paso-based immigrant rights advocate.
US and Canada Announce Joint Plan to Turn Away Asylum-Seekers
The move further undermines the right to asylum and will likely drive people to attempt more dangerous border crossings.
Critics Decry New Biden Rule as “Trump’s Asylum Ban Under a Different Name”
Those who don't meet the strict asylum eligibility requirements under the rule would be subject to quick deportation.