Happy Friday! From President Trump’s first immigration victory to ways in which people are resisting immigration restrictions, here are the top stories impacting the well-being of immigrants this week. – Marko Sánchez
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
The Laken Riley Act orders the Department of Homeland Security to detain migrants accused of theft and other minor crimes.
Laken Riley Act Delivers Trump’s First Immigration Win
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Democrats’ Immigration Debate Plays Out Inside Hispanic Caucus
As the House moves to begin President Trump’s immigration agenda, Hispanic lawmakers meet to create a united front on immigration issues, holding on to protecting families while restricting the border.
Trump Scraps Rule Restricting ICE Raids in Schools & Churches
On Monday, President Trump signed an EO allowing ICE to proceed with raids in ‘sensitive areas’, including schools, hospitals, churches, weddings, etc.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Migrants Stranded in Mexico as CBP One Appointments are Cancelled
Many arriving for their CBP One appointments find that the app no longer functions and their appointments cancelled following an announcement that the government would no longer use the app.
VIDEO: Mexico Prepares for Influx of Migrants Deported from the US
The border checkpoint at Ciudad Juarez prepares shelters which they believe is not enough to prevent a humanitarian crisis.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
El Paso Bishop Calls Trump’s Order ‘Contrary To Moral Law’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Vows to Defend Migrants
CA Leaders Reject Order Allowing ICE in Schools
Thank you for reading the IWB Stories of the Week series! Stay tuned for next week’s edition.
Marko Sánchez serves as the Communications Intern at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative. They assist in creating public-facing communications and content such as social media posts, website blogs, and press releases.