Immigration

An unprecedented demographic shakeup is reshaping Cuba as a massive exodus redefines who stays and who leaves. New migration corridors are emerging—Brazil, Spain, and beyond—raising questions about the island’s future and the fate of its aging population.

Nearly 200 immigrants, including six from Massachusetts, are challenging a federal pause in processing green cards, citizenship, and asylum requests after the travel ban expansion. The high-stakes lawsuit argues the delay conflicts with immigration law, while the administration defends the pause as a security measure. As the case unfolds, hopeful applicants watch closely for what…

Deep-blue states are reexamining the cost of broad health coverage for undocumented residents as budgets tighten. California’s Medi-Cal expansion, once praised for savings through preventive care, is now facing rising costs and new limits. What happens when the ideal of wide access meets hard numbers and scarce resources?

Michigan headlines this week blend education, commerce, and community life. A university associate professor faces termination amid a federal immigration case, while major employers announce upcoming layoffs as the economy shifts. Add rural health funding and the farewell of a Jackson favorite, and the state’s landscape looks notably in flux.

George Clooney and his family have officially become French citizens, signaling a new chapter in their life in France. Tied to Provence by a vineyard and a sprawling estate, the couple are deepening their roots as their children grow up in Europe.

Malta unveils a new merit-based path to citizenship that honors exceptional contributions across science, arts, sports, tech, and philanthropy. This exclusive route emphasizes impact and excellence, inviting extraordinary individuals to align their talents with Malta’s evolving cultural and economic landscape.

George and Amal Clooney have officially been granted French citizenship, a move that underscores their fondness for a privacy-first life in Europe. The decision highlights a family choosing roots over Hollywood glare and hints at a broader trend among celebrities seeking a calmer haven.

Amid a high-stakes deportation fight, a DHS spokesperson’s viral jab at a defendant collides with a string of courtroom rulings. A TikTok moment becomes part of a broader clash over due process, gag orders, and immigration policy. The unfolding saga tests where enforcement ends and justice begins.

Travelers entering or leaving the United States may soon encounter a photo-based checkpoint. Officials say the policy aims to boost security and speed up processing, with privacy protections in place as the rollout unfolds.

Palau and the United States have struck a new pact to bring in a limited number of migrants to fill local labor gaps, supported by a multi-million-dollar package. The deal signals a notable shift in U.S.–Palau ties as debates over asylum, security, and reforms come into play.

Mora Namdar steps into a pivotal State Department post, blending legal expertise with entrepreneurial flair. As the new assistant secretary for consular affairs, she may steer visa policy in a more assertive direction, drawing on a track record that spans national security and media reform debates. Her appointment signals a notable shift in how consular…

Regulatory wheels are turning on a sweeping H-1B visa overhaul, signaling a shift toward prioritizing higher-paid, highly skilled workers. With looming changes on fees and wages, industry players are watching closely as regulators near a public reveal that could reshape the tech talent landscape.

Visa renewals are taking longer and screening is tightening, prompting major tech employers to warn staff about overseas travel. With uncertainty rising and travel risks mounting, thousands could be stranded far from home as policy changes tighten the gates to international mobility. The stakes for talent and innovation are higher than ever.

Hunter Biden weighs in on immigration, arguing that resources should prioritize veterans over those here illegally. The remarks come as the immigration debate heats up in the 2024 race, sparking reactions and renewed questions about policy direction. A provocative angle that adds fuel to a contentious conversation.

A federal judge has ordered the government to outline within two weeks a plan for 137 Venezuelan detainees relocated to El Salvador, citing due-process concerns. The ruling could determine whether they’re returned to the U.S. or granted hearings on gang-affiliation claims that critics say are not well-founded.

A controversial holiday shift in immigration policy is drawing new attention as incentives for self-deportation rise to 3,000 per person. The move, paired with a guided app-driven process, is pitched as a cheaper alternative to detention—and a possible path back to legality for those who depart. But questions linger about coercion, costs, and the real…

Google and Apple have flagged growing visa delays and stricter online vetting that could strand employees abroad longer than expected. With embassies tightening screening, the path back to the US for skilled workers is becoming more uncertain.

An expanded travel ban widens the net to 39 countries, adding seven to full restrictions and tightening rules for others. New exemptions and changes to family-based visas are sparking debate over security, policy, and the future of U.S. immigration.

After weeks in ICE detention, a mother with close ties to a White House aide is released on bond. The case highlights the complexities of visa rules and the ongoing debates over how families navigate the immigration system.

El temor a las redadas migratorias está cambiando la vida de comunidades enteras, incluso para quienes cuentan con estatus legal. Ansiedad, desconfianza y decisiones diarias que antes daban por sentadas marcan un panorama de vulnerabilidad. En medio de la incertidumbre surgen voces de solidaridad y la necesidad de políticas migratorias más justas.

A conservative podcaster’s defense of Melania Trump backfires after a mispronunciation sparks online ridicule, fueling a fiery debate on language and immigration. As Trump’s rhetoric about Ilhan Omar intensifies, the exchange highlights the fault lines of identity politics in today’s America.