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IMMIGRATION NEWS IN THE UNITED STATES
USCIS Extends Initial Filing Period for the FY 2025 H-1B Regulatory Maximum Number of H-1B Visas
USCIS - March 21, 2024
USCIS has extended the initial registration period for FY 2025 H-1B visas until noon on March 25, 2024, due to a temporary system outage. The original period was scheduled to end on March 22. This extension is intended to provide additional time for registrants affected by the system problem. Prospective petitioners and their representatives must use an online USCIS account to electronically register each beneficiary and pay the appropriate registration fee. USCIS plans to notify registrants of the results of the screening process no later than March 31, 2024.
USCIS Updates Expedited Processing Policy Guidance
USCIS - March 21, 2024
USCIS has updated the guidance in its Policy Manual to clarify the treatment of expedited processing requests in emergency or urgent humanitarian situations. The update includes how to make and process these requests, especially for urgent travel documents. It highlights cooperation with U.S. federal, tribal, territorial, or local governments in cases involving public interest or national security. Clarity in the filing and processing of expedited processing requests seeks to improve efficiency and responsiveness to the critical needs of applicants.
How to apply for a U.S. passport in new Hialeah office
El Nuevo Herald - March 20, 2024
The John F. Kennedy Library in Hialeah, Florida, has become the first official passport application acceptance center in the city. This new office makes it easier for U.S. citizens to process new passports and renewals for children under the age of 16, responding to the growing demand for this service in the community.
Democratic cities that took in immigrants begin to reduce assistance
El Tiempo Latino - March 20, 2024
Democratic cities in the United States, such as New York and Chicago, are facing budget constraints that have led them to decrease the assistance provided to immigrants. This decision responds to the growing arrival of immigrants and the need to adjust aid policies within current financial constraints.
U.S. and Mexico deported more than 20,000 Guatemalan migrants in 2024
El Diario NY - March 22, 2024
As of March 2024, more than 20,000 Guatemalan migrants have been deported by the United States and Mexico, marking a significant increase over the previous year. This increase occurs in a context of strengthening bilateral relations and collaboration on migration issues between the governments involved.
Iowa passes bill that would convict undocumented immigrants
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
The Iowa House of Representatives has passed House Bill 2340, which makes it a crime for persons previously deported or barred from entering the United States to attempt to enter the state. This bill, which awaits the signature of Governor Kim Reynolds, has generated uncertainty and concern in the immigrant community.
Some seven Republican states try to pass laws like Texas SB4
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
The controversy surrounding Texas' SB4 state law has inspired several Republican states, including Kansas and Louisiana, to push for similar legislation. Despite facing numerous court actions, even going all the way to the Supreme Court, this movement reflects a growing national debate about state policies and their impact on society.
What You Should Know About SB4
ACLU of Texas - December 15, 2023
SB4, passed in Texas in 2017 and strengthened in subsequent special sessions, prevents local governments and police chiefs from directing their officers to focus on high-priority crimes without engaging in discriminatory practices or racial profiling on the immigration status of individuals. Despite legal challenges arguing its unconstitutionality, this law has set a precedent for stricter anti-immigrant legislation, evidencing the complex dynamics between immigration policy and local autonomy. SB4 has been the subject of considerable controversy and public debate over its implications for migrant communities and public safety.
Abbott insists on arresting undocumented immigrants with or without SB4
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has reaffirmed his position on the arrest of undocumented immigrants in Texas, regardless of the status of SB4, currently on hold by the federal appeals court. His statement has intensified uncertainty among the immigrant community as the law continues to be debated.
USA: Arizona immigration law similar to Texas law already struck down by Supreme Court
Voice of America - March 21, 2024
Arizona's SB1070, similar to Texas' controversial SB4, faced a similar legal fate when it was struck down by the Supreme Court. This law, which sought to toughen measures against illegal immigration, had already been the subject of extensive debate and controversy, evidencing the challenges and tensions in U.S. immigration policy.
Texas National Guard overwhelmed by migrant surge at the border
El Diario NY - March 21, 2024
In Eagle Pass, Texas, the National Guard has been overwhelmed by a surge of migrants, leading to the implementation of new defenses on the Rio Grande. The situation reflects the tension and challenge of managing the southern border, exacerbated by the perception of federal inaction in the face of the migration crisis.
Another border altercation with migrants trying to force crossing recorded
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
A recent confrontation between migrants and the Texas National Guard was recorded in El Paso, marking another incident in the series of altercations at the border. This event follows a similar situation on Wednesday, highlighting ongoing tensions at critical border points.
CBP Releases Body Camera Images of Man Found Unconscious in Laredo, Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection - March 21, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released body camera footage of an incident where a man was found unconscious in a holding cell at the I-35 checkpoint in Laredo, Texas, on February 17, 2024. The driver of a truck, after being detained for carrying seven concealed undocumented immigrants, was found unresponsive in his holding cell and was later pronounced deceased. CBP has released the video in compliance with its policy and a 2022 executive order, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and accountability. The investigation into the incident is being conducted by multiple entities, including the Webb County Medical Examiner's Office and CBP's Office of Professional Responsibility.
Del Rio HSI investigation results in 35-year sentence for drug trafficking organization leader
ICE - March 21, 2024
Jacob Andrew Mendoza, a native of Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila, Mexico, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for his role in the importation and possession of methamphetamines as the leader of a drug trafficking organization. This sentence is the result of an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in Del Rio, Texas. Mendoza was arrested and subsequently pleaded guilty to the charges against him, reflecting HSI's continued commitment to combating drug trafficking and protecting communities along the southern border of the United States.
HSI arrests Ohio man for decades-long scheme to hide involvement in Rwandan genocide
ICE - March 21, 2024
Eric Tabaro Nshimiye, an Ohio resident, has been arrested and charged with concealing his involvement in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, in addition to facing obstruction of justice and perjury charges in a separate federal trial in Boston. Nshimiye is alleged to have participated in the massacre of ethnic Tutsis using a spiked stick and machete. This arrest underscores HSI's dedication to pursuing those who violate human rights and seek refuge in the United States, ensuring that they face justice for their actions.
United States and Guatemala address migration and security
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas has held meetings with Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo and representatives of migrant protection organizations. These meetings focused on migration and security underscore the joint effort to address the root causes of migration and improve security conditions.
Migrants denounce that Guatemalan police officers grope them in their private parts in search of money
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
Central and South American migrants have reported abuses by Guatemalan police on their journey to Mexico, including robberies and invasive searches under the pretext of looking for money. These reports have provoked outrage and calls for action to protect the dignity and rights of migrants.
Unpublished audios of the fire at immigration station revealed
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
New audio recordings of the tragic fire at an immigration station, where 40 people died, have been released. These audio recordings show communications between guards and agents of the National Immigration Institute during the incident, offering a more complete perspective of the events of that day.
New evidence of fire that claimed the lives of 40 migrants implicates authorities
First Impact - March 21, 2024
A joint investigation has uncovered new video footage of the tragic fire at a Ciudad Juarez migrant detention center where 40 migrants died. The evidence suggests negligence on the part of authorities, as a custodian had the keys to the cell and failed to act to open the door, despite orders to the contrary from a female officer. This discovery has increased controversy and scrutiny over the conditions of detention of migrants and the responsibility of authorities to ensure their safety.
OTHER NEWS
Pig kidney transplant to human is hope for many
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
A landmark surgical procedure performed at Massachusetts General Hospital has marked a medical milestone with the transplantation of a pig kidney into a human. The organ, from a genetically modified pig, was implanted into a 62-year-old patient, raising hopes of advancing solutions to the shortage of organs available for transplantation.
Guatemala's Arturo Castro talks about his new role in Hollywood
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
Arturo Castro, Guatemalan actor, plays a prominent role in the film "Road House," starring Jake Gyllenhaal. In this interview with Noticias Telemundo, Castro shares how his mother has been instrumental in his career and discusses his character "Moe," a retired wrestler who, like Gyllenhaal, faces challenges as he flees his past.
This exhibition highlights Spain's contributions to U.S. culture.
Telemundo News - March 21, 2024
An exhibition in Washington, DC illuminates Spain's influence on American culture, including its role in the construction of the White House. Open to the public through April 12, this exhibition highlights the historical and cultural ties between Spain and the United States, revealing significant contributions that have shaped the social and architectural fabric of the country.
The fall of the L.A. nightclub that brought its narco style to real life
Univision News - March 21, 2024
In 2015, the DEA arrested the owner of El Rodeo, a nightclub in Pico Rivera, Los Angeles, for laundering drug money, highlighting the presence and operations of drug traffickers in the city's nightlife. This case highlights how legitimate businesses, including import companies, can be used to facilitate the Sinaloa Cartel's activities in Los Angeles, highlighting the complex interactions between organized crime and the local economy.
The murder of someone who trafficked for Los Chapitos: cartel crimes in Los Angeles
Univision News - March 21, 2024
Eduardo Escobedo, a marijuana distributor for Ivan Archivaldo Guzman Salazar, one of Los Chapitos, was murdered in Los Angeles, highlighting the cartel's violence in the city. This crime is part of a series of violent acts that show that Los Angeles is no stranger to the influence and actions of El Chapo's sons, highlighting the extent and impact of Mexican drug trafficking in the United States.
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