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LATEST ANALYSIS
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FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW
The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionally affected vulnerable communities across the United States, including racial and ethnic minorities and immigrant groups. Many continue to face severe challenges in meeting the essential needs of their families and handling mental health issues, which were exacerbated by the prolonged stress and isolation of the pandemic.
To better support the vulnerable communities in Prince George’s County, Maryland, the American Immigration Council partnered with the county and local community organizations to survey Prince George's County residents about their experiences during the pandemic.
Read more: New Americans in Prince George's County and the Impact of COVID-19 on Vulnerable Communities in the Region [[link removed]]
Last month, the White House signaled that it may support permanent changes [[link removed]] to asylum and immigration policy in exchange for temporary military aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
One of those changes is reportedly the nationwide expansion of a fast-track deportation process known as “expedited removal.” The process gives low-level immigration officers the ability to remove certain migrants without an asylum hearing.
This updated fact sheet from the American Immigration Council explains the use of expedited removal over time, as well as concerns about the process.
Read more: A Primer on Expedited Removal [[link removed]]
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“Today, xenophobia is flourishing in our country. When I watch the news or scroll social media, I can sense a palpable fear of 'the other.' I believe our country can heal... Most Americans are fundamentally compassionate and kind. Despite our differences, we all want the same thing for ourselves and each other: a peaceful society in which our families can thrive.”
– Chris Buckley
Interventionist at Serve2Unite
Fox News: Never lose faith in hope and healing. I know because my wife helped me leave a life of violent extremism. [[link removed]]
WATCH NOW
This new video [[link removed]] demonstrates how the Council works to strengthen America by shaping how America thinks about and acts toward immigrants and immigration.
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FURTHER READING
PolitiFact: What immigration data can and can’t tell us about border policy [[link removed]]
USA Today: Biden fast-tracks work authorization for migrants who cross legally [[link removed]]
WNTZ Louisiana: Study: Immigrant labor force helps reduce inflation and steady local economies [[link removed]]
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