US Response to the Recent Rise in Climate Refugees
Introduction As global temperatures rise, climate change is causing millions of people to be displaced from their homes each year. This phenomenon, known as “climate refugees,” is driven by flooding, fires, natural disasters, and resource scarcity. The increasing number of climate refugees is leading to intensified migration patterns across international borders, posing economic, social, and […]
Successes and Failures of US Response to Ukrainian Refugees
Background In February of 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, a continuation of Russian expansion that began with their annexation of Crimea in 2014. The invasion was not localized—like the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula—and Ukrainians were forced to leave the country on a large scale (8.1 million fled as of March 2023) in order to escape […]
U and T Nonimmigrant Status
What is U and T Visa Status and who currently qualifies? U and T visa status are programs with the intention of aiding immigrants that are victims of certain criminal activity. U nonimmigrant status is designed to aid victims of crimes that involve mental or physical abuse who assist law enforcement and other government officials […]
The Usage of Detention Centers in the US
The United States is home to the largest immigration detention system in the world. These detention centers are used to lawfully detain 7% of the noncitizen US population. According to the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, US detention facilities are intended to hold individuals who await an immigration decision or departure to their home country. […]
The Expedited Removal Process
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Introduction to Cuban Migration
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Family Reunification for Central American Migrants
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President Biden’s 2021 Family Reunification Task Force
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Introduction to DACA
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Immigration Policy and Undocumented Immigrants in the Workforce
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