As we conclude this week, the Collaborative is back with another Stories of the Week recap. From a new Associated Press poll finding 75% of Hispanic adults in the U.S. disapprove of President Trump’s handling of immigration to California lawmakers proposing legislation to prevent the separation of parents from loved ones, here are the top stories impacting im/migrant well-being this week.
– Rick Tzompa Chimal, Communications and Policy Intern
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
A new AP-NORC poll found that several groups that helped elect Donald Trump, including some Hispanic adults and younger voters, are increasingly dissatisfied with his performance despite earlier support. This matters for im/migrants because shifts in Hispanic public opinion can influence immigration policy debates and electoral outcomes that shape enforcement priorities and protections affecting immigrant communities.
What 4 key groups think of Trump, according to new polling
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Trump’s election fraud claims spread distrust before midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found many Republicans believe unsupported claims about noncitizen voting and mail-in fraud, reflecting ongoing distrust in election integrity ahead of the 2026 midterms. This impacts im/migrants because narratives about noncitizen voting are often used to justify stricter voter ID laws and immigration enforcement measures that can increase surveillance and exclusion of im/migrant communities.
‘All eyes are on Ron DeSantis’: Florida could make or break the GOP’s redistricting edge
Florida Republicans aligned with Governor Ron DeSantis are advancing new congressional district maps that could reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of upcoming elections. This affects im/migrants because redistricting can dilute or strengthen the voting power of immigrant-heavy communities, influencing representation on issues like immigration policy and social services.
US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol
The U.S. Senate narrowly advanced a roughly $70 billion funding plan to keep the Department of Homeland Security operating, including major funding for ICE and Border Patrol enforcement. This directly affects im/migrants because increased enforcement funding can expand detention capacity, surveillance, and deportation operations affecting im/migrant families and asylum seekers.
Justice Dept. Targets Hundreds of Citizens in New Push for Denaturalization
The Justice Department is expanding efforts to pursue denaturalization cases against some naturalized U.S. citizens, increasing the number of investigations and legal actions to revoke citizenship. This impacts im/migrants because it raises concerns about long-term security for naturalized citizens and may create fear or uncertainty among im/migrant communities about the permanence of their legal status.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Italy’s contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline
A European Union court adviser said Italy’s controversial plan to process asylum seekers in Albania may be compatible with EU law if migrants’ rights are protected, giving the policy new legal support. This affects im/migrants because it could normalize offshore asylum processing in Europe, potentially limiting access to protections and influencing similar deterrence strategies elsewhere.
Colombian sent from US to Congo says she faces pressure to risk danger back home
A Colombian woman deported from the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo reported facing pressure to return to Colombia despite fears for her safety there. This highlights risks for im/migrants because it shows how deportation policies can place individuals in dangerous or unstable situations with limited protection options after removal.
UK and France sign deal to curb English Channel migrant crossings
The United Kingdom and France signed a new three-year agreement worth hundreds of millions of euros to reduce small-boat migrant crossings across the English Channel through increased enforcement cooperation. This affects im/migrants because expanded border enforcement can make migration routes more dangerous and restrict access to asylum pathways in Europe.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
California Lawmakers Seek Protections for Patients in ICE Custody | AP News
Migrants in Spain rush to legalize status under new amnesty program | AP News
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Rick Tzompa Chimal serves as a Communications and Policy Intern at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative. He contributes by writing blog posts, translating materials, and assisting with research.