Immigration

New DHS policy ends automatic EAD extensions starting Oct. 30, 2025, bringing longer waits and stricter screening for renewals. The shift could disrupt work for H-4 spouses, F-1 OPT students, and asylum seekers, with Indian nationals disproportionately affected.

Inside DHS, a high-stakes clash over immigration policy is playing out in real time. Two rival camps—led by Tom Homan and Kristi Noem—jostle over how aggressively to ramp up deportations, while leadership shakeups and fresh controversies add fuel to the fire.

An appellate stay pauses a judge’s order forcing Border Patrol’s chief to appear in court daily, as a heated clash over protest policing and civil liberties unfolds. With a deposition and a pivotal hearing looming, the case weighs how federal enforcement and protesters’ rights intersect.

When a top Border Patrol official’s televised remarks collide with a courtroom order, Chicago finds itself at the center of a volatile enforcement drama. Debates over daily debriefings, use-of-force scrutiny, and a controversial operation push accountability and public safety into sharp relief. The stakes are rising fast.

Icon of African letters Wole Soyinka finds his U.S. visa canceled in a moment he playfully calls a “curious love letter.” As the Nobel laureate reflects on a life of defiance and a new era of travel restrictions, this surprising twist taps into a larger conversation about dissent, power, and culture.

An on-air clash over immigration policy turned personal when a remark about a naturalized citizen’s status sparked a social-media firestorm. The moment has reignited debates about civility, loyalty, and the boundaries of political discourse.

A controversial immigration term has sparked a wide-ranging debate about language, policy, and national identity. Critics fear the words chosen could shape public perception and policy in subtle—and potentially troubling—ways. As discussions unfold, the stakes highlight how wording can influence belonging, unity, and the future of inclusive public discourse.

A Border Patrol representative heads to court over a tear gas incident in Chicago, igniting fresh questions about federal tactics and community safety. As the case unfolds, it could sharpen the debate over transparency, accountability, and how federal enforcement operates in urban spaces.

ICE is poised for a sweeping leadership shake-up, with senior officials across field offices set to be reassigned. The move hints at big changes in how immigration enforcement unfolds on the ground, even as tensions inside the agency and in communities nationwide intensify.

Plans for a major ICE leadership shake-up are circulating, as Washington signals a push to speed up deportations. With the changes reportedly in early stages, the potential impact on enforcement remains uncertain.

A high-stakes shakeup is quietly moving through ICE as the White House presses for tougher, faster immigration enforcement. With ambitious arrest targets and long-standing resource strains, discussions have turned to leadership reshuffles and new roles—even involving Border Patrol figures. The unfolding maneuvers illuminate a growing split between enforcement ambitions and on-the-ground realities.

Immigration enforcement is undergoing a major leadership reshuffle, with Border Patrol taking charge in several regions. The move signals a sharper, more aggressive push on deportations and a growing clash over tactics—leaving many watching to see how it plays out.

Tensions flare in Chicago’s Little Village after a Border Patrol incident involving tear gas in a crowded area draws legal fire. A coalition’s lawsuit argues the move breached a court order governing crowd-control measures, spotlighting broader questions about civil liberties and federal enforcement tactics.

A nationwide manhunt has sparked protests and renewed debate over public safety and asylum policy, as investigators press on with a case that continues to unfold.

An asylum seeker released in error is on the run, triggering protests and a major manhunt. As authorities race to recapture him, sharp questions are being raised about safeguards, public safety, and the integrity of the system.

An unfolding deportation saga tests diplomacy and policy as authorities push for a new destination after several nations declined to accept him. With diplomatic assurances in place, the case takes a bold turn toward Liberia, raising questions about international cooperation and due process.

Liberia announces a humanitarian measure rooted in dignity, law, and international solidarity. With strict safeguards and due process, the move underscores the nation’s long-standing commitment to protecting vulnerable lives through global cooperation.

Protests erupted as federal agents arrived near a Bay Area base, turning a tense day into a real test of how communities balance security with civil rights. With local leaders stepping in and the operation abruptly canceled across the region, the unfolding drama signals more questions than answers about immigration enforcement at the local level.

Governor Whitmer’s pardon could clear a decades-old record and finally bring a devoted Michigan family man home. The move also intersects with a tense immigration case, underscoring the high-stakes fight for a second chance and the resilience of a tight-knit community.

Illinois launches a new accountability push to document alleged federal abuses and safeguard civil rights, shaping a public record and future policy. With hearings on the horizon, communities weigh in on what transparency could mean for enforcement in the state.

Canal Street’s famous buzz takes an unexpected pause after a sweeping crackdown on counterfeit goods. As the market recalibrates, what does the future hold for its vendors and visitors?