Happy Friday! From migration policy changes in the EU to celebrating the culinary contributions of immigrants, these are the top stories impacting the well-being of immigrants this week. —Mia Portillo
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
The European Union summit in Brussels addresses key topics concerning the future of migration and asylum policies.
EU leaders look at ways to tighten their borders in the wake of a far-right surge
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
US Announces ‘Immigration Reprieve’ Due To Lebanon Conflict
The U.S. is allowing Lebanese nationals to temporarily stay in the country and apply for work due to unsafe conditions in home country.
Trump’s anti-immigrant, domestic “enemy” rhetoric in focus in final stretch to Election Day
Presidential candidate Donald Trump focuses on immigration rhetoric, weaponizing rumors to advance his anti-immigration plan.
Kamala Harris spars with Bret Baier over immigration in Fox News interview
Presidential candidate Kamala Harris engages in a combative interview on Fox News, discussing her immigration plans.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Italy Sends Boat to Albania With Migrants Who Were Bound for Italian Shores
Italy is sending boats of migrants to detention centers in Albania. The Italian government claims this is part of an “innovative” plan to manage immigration.
Poland’s leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk announces the territorial suspension of the right to asylum.
Giorgia Meloni pushes Syria returns at EU leaders’ meeting
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni calls on EU leaders to consider a plan for the return of Syrian refugees, amidst growing frustration over migration policies.
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.