As we conclude this week, the Collaborative is back with another Stories of the Week recap. From the Supreme Court birthright citizenship case to the European Union’s shift in immigration policy, here are the top stories impacting im/migrant well-being this week.
– Sophia Benavente, Law and Policy Intern
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
While the Supreme Court is predicted to reject President Trump’s attempt to limit birthright citizenship, the issue is not expected to be settled permanently. If the Court rules on statutory grounds, Congress could pass a new law limiting birthright citizenship, triggering another Court case, and forcing a direct constitutional ruling.
In Birthright Case, Trump’s Likely Loss May Not End the Fight
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Law enforcement leaders propose guidelines to restore trust amid immigration operations
A collation of major law enforcement groups led by the International Association of Chiefs of Police is calling for better coordination and limits on aggressive immigration enforcement, warning of current practices that are hurting public trust, officer safety, and policing effectiveness.
Border Communities Know ICE’s Impunity All Too Well
Scholar Affiliate Estefanía Castañeda Pérez authored an op-ed arguing that abuses by immigration enforcement (ICE and border agents) are not new, but rather part of a long-standing pattern of violence and lack of accountability at the U.S.-Mexico border.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Europe seeks to increase deportations as some warn of Trump-like tactics
The European Union is significantly tightening its migration policies, expanding its ability to track, detain and deport migrants. Such policies reflect a broader political shift to the right across Europe, partly inspired by stricter U.S. approaches.
UK to pay France extra £16m in stopgap deal to patrol Channel beaches
The UK and France failed to reach a long-term agreement on stopping small-boat migrant crossings, and have decided to sign a short-term, two-month deal instead—highlighting continuing tensions over cost, strategy, and safety.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
A ‘World Cup’ for immigrant girls uses the joy of sport to counter ICE fears
Iran and Immigration Frustrations Fuel New Wave of ‘No Kings’ Rallies
Thank you for reading the IWB Stories of the Week series! Stay tuned for next week’s edition.
Sophia Benavente serves as a Law and Policy Intern at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative. He contributes by writing blog posts, translating materials, and assisting with research.