Immigration policy of Donald Trump

Long Island father held for 8 months in federal immigration custody returns home

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

He had spent more than eight months in federal detention centers in Louisiana and New Jersey, and was on the verge of deportation when a federal judge issued a temporary stay of removal in his long-pending immigration case.

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  • He had spent more than eight months in federal detention centers in Louisiana and New Jersey, and was on the verge of deportation when a federal judge issued a temporary stay of removal in his long-pending immigration case.
  • The couple has 3 small children, all born in the United States, including the 8-year-old seriously disabled Ashmeet.
  • Subsequently, immigration officials allowed him to remain in the country while under an order of supervision which required him to periodically check-in with Immigration authorities.
  • He was finally able to return to his home in Long Island, celebrating a joyous reunion with his family.

Migrants continue to face hardship

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

There were reports of alleged migrant ill-treatment by officials at the EUs land and sea borders.

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  • There were reports of alleged migrant ill-treatment by officials at the EUs land and sea borders.
  • Conditions in detention and reception centres and camps remain difficult in some countries.Overcrowding, and access to clean water and sanitation remain an issue.
  • Applicants face difficulties such as backlogs, technical issues during remote interviews and a lack of legal support.
  • In addition, some media report incidents of hate crime and hate speech targeting migrants and refugees.

Mayors Applaud President Biden's Executive Orders to Reunify Families Separated at the Border and Establish a Safe, Lawful Immigration System

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

"The cruel and inhumane immigration policies of the previous administration separated thousands of families at the border, many of whom remain separated.

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  • "The cruel and inhumane immigration policies of the previous administration separated thousands of families at the border, many of whom remain separated.
  • Their approach to immigration led to chaos at our borders and confusion across multiple layers of government.
  • Most importantly, we need to continue to work to keep families together, and to ensure all families and all children are treated with dignity and respect."
  • About the United States Conference of Mayors-- The U.S. Conference of Mayors is the official nonpartisan organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more.

Former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security McAleenan Joins Steampunk Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020

MCLEAN, Va., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Steampunk announced today that the Honorable Kevin K. McAleenan, former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security and Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, has been appointed to its Board of Directors to help direct the enterprise as it accelerates its progressive growth journey.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Steampunk announced today that the Honorable Kevin K. McAleenan, former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security and Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, has been appointed to its Board of Directors to help direct the enterprise as it accelerates its progressive growth journey.
  • "We are honored and humbled to welcome Secretary McAleenan to serve on our Board of Directors," said Matt Warren, Steampunk's CEO.
  • Mr. McAleenan served as the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security from April to November 2019.
  • Previously, McAleenan served as Deputy Commissioner from November 2014, until his appointment to Acting Commissioner.

UFW Foundation: Possible expansion of for-profit immigrant detention facilities in the Central Valley fuels local communities to get out to vote

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Saturday, February 29, 2020

Hundreds of concerned community members and farm workers worry that detention facilities will escalate immigration enforcement, detentions and deportations not only in McFarland but nearby cities.

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  • Hundreds of concerned community members and farm workers worry that detention facilities will escalate immigration enforcement, detentions and deportations not only in McFarland but nearby cities.
  • Expansion of immigrant detention centers in Californias Central Valley would be a betrayal for farm workers.
  • Farm workers deserve to live with the peace of mind that they will make it home to their families after work.
  • There is no place for immigrant detention centers in the Central Valley and we are proud to stand in support of ensuring Latinos vote in the March 3 Primaries and this November.

More Than 100 Business Leaders File Amicus Brief Challenging DHS's Public Charge Rule

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Friday, January 17, 2020

The brief argues that the public charge rule creates substantial, unprecedented and unnecessary obstacles for individuals seeking to come to the United States or stay as legal permanent residents.

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  • The brief argues that the public charge rule creates substantial, unprecedented and unnecessary obstacles for individuals seeking to come to the United States or stay as legal permanent residents.
  • By hindering immigrationincluding the movement of highly-skilled immigrantsthe public charge rule will slow economic growth, prevent businesses from expanding, and break faith with core American values.
  • Efforts to oppose the public charge rule were led by Boundless Immigration, a technology company helping families navigate the immigration process.
  • In October, five federal courts ruled against the government and blocked DHS from implementing its version of the public charge rule.

Solidarity for Children, Their Families & Communities

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Friday, August 9, 2019

Yet at this moment, children, families and communities are reeling from recent assaults the violence in El Paso and Dayton, the ICE sweeps in Mississippi and the ongoing family separation at the border.

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  • Yet at this moment, children, families and communities are reeling from recent assaults the violence in El Paso and Dayton, the ICE sweeps in Mississippi and the ongoing family separation at the border.
  • We stand in solidarity with them for we know that for children to thrive, their families and communities need to be safe and whole.
  • We commend organizations like these and many others who stand with children, families and communities.
  • Our actions at every level determine what is possible for families and their communities.

Activist Judge Blocks Trump's Lawful Effort to Manage Caravan and Asylum Chaos, Says FAIR

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Tuesday, November 20, 2018

As the Supreme Court recently affirmed in Trump v. Hawaii, Congress has given the president broad authority to limit or even stop the entry of aliens.

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  • As the Supreme Court recently affirmed in Trump v. Hawaii, Congress has given the president broad authority to limit or even stop the entry of aliens.
  • When President Trump took action to ensure that asylum is not a free pass to cross our borders illegally, he was on firm legal footing.
  • With over 2 million members and supporters nationwide, FAIR fights for immigration policies that serve national interests, not special interests.
  • FAIR believes that immigration reform must enhance national security, improve the economy, protect jobs, preserve our environment, and establish a rule of law that is recognized and enforced.

FAIR Salutes Jeff Sessions for His Unwavering Support for Immigration Control, Years of Public Service to the Nation

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018

"Jeff Sessions should be commended for his decades of public service and unwavering support for immigration enforcement and control.

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  • "Jeff Sessions should be commended for his decades of public service and unwavering support for immigration enforcement and control.
  • During his time as a senator, no one was more committed to curtailing illegal immigration and reforming the legal immigration system than Senator Sessions.
  • "As the Attorney General of the United States, Sessions ensured that President Trump's campaign promise to use every resource available to fight illegal immigration and secure the borders was kept.
  • With over 2 million members and supporters nationwide, FAIR fights for immigration policies that serve national interests, not special interests.

Latino Community Foundation: Thousands Rally In SF To Protest Inhumane Border Detentions

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Saturday, June 23, 2018

President Trump signed an executive order on June 20 to end the separation of families at the border.

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  • President Trump signed an executive order on June 20 to end the separation of families at the border.
  • However, the order directs Department of Homeland Security to detain families indefinitely, while their criminal proceedings and asylum cases are adjudicated.
  • "This is a fight for the soul of our nation," said Jacqueline Martinez Garcel, CEO of the Latino Community Foundation.
  • Amos Brown from NAACP, Lariza Cuadra-Dugan, CEO of CARECEN SF, as well as other faith and community leaders.