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The Department of Homeland Security is expanding so-called pop-up immigration courts, temporary proceedings that critics say are being held without public or press access. Bloomberg Law reports the closures make it harder to monitor how rapid deportation hearings are conducted. Immigration advocates have raised concerns about transparency and due process as the practice grows.
- 2Legal Immigration from Muslim-Majority Nations Down 96% Since 2024โLegal Immigration from Majority-Muslim Nations Was Cut 96% Since 2024
The Cato Institute reports that legal immigration from majority-Muslim countries has fallen by 96% since 2024. The analysis points to a sharp collapse in green cards and visas issued to nationals of Muslim-majority nations, reflecting policy restrictions introduced under the current US administration. Immigration advocates are citing the figure as evidence of a near-shutdown of legal pathways for these countries.
- 3Newsom Vetoes Bill Supporting Rural Immigration AttorneysโNewsom Vetoes Bill to Support Immigration Attorneys in Rural California
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have provided state support for immigration attorneys serving rural parts of California. The measure aimed to expand legal representation for immigrants in areas where attorneys are scarce. The veto is drawing criticism from immigrant rights advocates, who argue rural communities face serious gaps in legal help, while the governor's office has not fully explained its reasoning.
- 4UN experts say US deportations trigger cascade of rights abusesโUS deportations triggering 'cascade' of rights abuses: UN experts
United Nations human rights experts warn that US deportation practices are setting off a 'cascade' of rights abuses, affecting not only those removed from the country but also people in the countries they are sent to. The experts' assessment, reported by Courthouse News, adds international scrutiny to US immigration enforcement and is drawing attention among rights advocates and policymakers.
- 58,000 Pennsylvania immigrants to lose Medicaid coverage on Oct. 1โAbout 8,000 lawfully present Pennsylvania immigrants face Medicaid health insurance terminations on Oct. 1
About 8,000 lawfully present immigrants in Pennsylvania are set to lose their Medicaid health insurance on October 1. The terminations will affect people who are in the United States legally but do not meet federal eligibility rules for the program. Coverage loss will likely force many to seek alternative insurance or go without care, and the change has drawn attention from health advocates and immigration groups in the state.
- 6Letters warn immigration courts are in chaosโLetters: The immigration courts are in chaos, decimating due process
A letter published in the Chicago Tribune argues that US immigration courts are in a state of chaos and that this breakdown is destroying due process for people navigating the system. The piece reflects broader concern among readers and advocates about backlogs, scheduling upheaval and case dismissals affecting migrants awaiting hearings.
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Former France footballer and anti-racism advocate Lilian Thuram responded to Marine Le Pen's claim that she is not racist, telling RTL "It makes me laugh." The exchange between the ex-international and the French far-right leader has drawn attention in France, reigniting debate over Le Pen's record and rhetoric on race and immigration.
- 8Pennsylvania immigrants to lose Medicaid coverage October 1โPennsylvania immigrants to lose Medicaid insurance starting Oct. 1
Immigrants living in Pennsylvania will lose their Medicaid health insurance starting October 1, according to WHYY. The change means thousands of people may lose access to medical care, and advocates are expected to press state officials over how the cutoff will affect vulnerable families and community health.