Happy Friday! From Trump administration officials encouraging undocumented immigrants in the U.S. to self-deport using the “CBP Home” app to humanitarian groups providing safe havens for trans migrants at the border, these are the top stories impacting the well-being of immigrants this week – Alexis Reynoso
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
Trump administration officials are encouraging undocumented immigrants in the U.S. to self-deport using the “CBP Home” app, initially launched by the Biden administration to manage asylum hearings.
Trump repurposes the CBP One app to allow migrants to self-deport from the US
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Immigration officials defend authority to hold migrants at Guantanamo Bay
Court filings reveal that 40 immigrants with final deportation orders are detained at Guantanamo Bay, with allegations of mistreatment described as “a living hell.” Civil rights attorneys are suing to stop further transfers to the base.
A Chill Sets In for Undocumented Workers, and Those Who Hire Them
The U.S. Temporary Protected Status program protects immigrants from deportation and provides work permits. However, President Trump has announced plans to phase out the program, initially affecting Venezuelan and Haitian beneficiaries.
Trump weighs revoking legal status of Ukrainians as US steps up deportations
President Donald Trump is considering revoking temporary legal status for 240,000 Ukrainians, a move that could reverse their prior welcome under President Biden and fast-track their deportation.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
New Zealand announces changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa
From April 1, 2025, New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa will introduce new investment requirements for immigrants, with options starting from NZD 5 million and expanded investment opportunities including property and bonds.
EU: Return proposals a “new low” for Europe’s treatment of migrants
The European Commission has proposed updates to the 2008 Return Directive, including ‘return hubs’ for deportations in third countries, despite past concerns over human rights. Amnesty International criticized the move as a low point for Europe.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
Digital learning opportunities brighten futures for refugees in South Sudan
Fear busters: how a North Carolina group is fighting misinformation in immigrant communities
Humanitarian Groups Are Offering Trans Migrants a Safe-Haven on the Border
Thank you for reading the IWB Stories of the Week series! Stay tuned for next week’s edition.
Alexis Reynoso is a Graduate Fellow with Im/migrant Well Being Collaborate, dedicated to supporting immigrant communities by advocating for their health and well-being. As a Master’s student in Public Health with a focus on epidemiology, Alexis merges her academic knowledge with her passion for social impact, by doing research that will help positively impact Im/migrant communities.