Happy Friday! From President-elect Trump’s push to eliminate Temporary Protected Status to open resource spaces for immigrant communities in Colorado, these are the top stories impacting the well-being of immigrants this week. —Mia Portillo
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
President-elect Trump has targeted the Temporary Protected Status program, leaving hundreds of thousands unsure about their future.
Trump Immigration Targets: Ukrainians, Venezuelans, Haitians
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Immigrant communities and advocacy groups are bracing for potential mass deportations, with legal organizations preparing challenges and local governments like Los Angeles vowing to protect immigrants.
Trump plans to propose an executive order to restrict citizenship to children with at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen or legal resident, despite significant constitutional and legal opposition.
St. Louis-area immigrant agencies urge people to renew government documents before 2025
Asylum seekers and refugee families are being urged to renew their immigration documents as soon as possible, as the St. Louis area prepares for potential mass deportations.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Peru braces for Bolivian migration wave amid turmoil
Bolivia faces the threat of economic collapse as its currency devalues, while Peru prepares for a potential wave of migration from its neighbor.
Marc Miller Addresses Concerns Of International Students In Canada
Amid protests, international students in Canada are calling for work permit extensions. Minister Marc Miller discussed the government’s stance on student rights, immigration challenges, and recent policy changes.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
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Mia Portillo serves as the Communications Intern at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative. She assists in creating public-facing communications and content.