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July 4, 2021 at 6:06 PM

This Week in Immigration: No Bond Hearings for People Seeking Protection

SCOTUS' decision in Johnson v. Guzman Chavez could leave people detained for months or years.   Your weekly summary from the Council John, The 4th of July is an excellent time to bring our friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers together. Creating moments where we connect as people—be…

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June 29, 2021 at 9:25 PM

Watch On-Demand: [Webinar] Navigating the Immigration System in the Military

Watch our webinar on the Military Assistance Program.   John, Thank you for your interest in last week’s webinar “Navigating the Immigration System in the Military.” We held a dynamic discussion of our complex immigration system and how the Military Assistance Program (MAP) and Immigra…

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June 28, 2021 at 8:24 PM

[Webinar] The New Asylum Landscape and Pro Bono Representation

Join our webinar on July 8 to learn the latest asylum updates.   John, Big news on asylum keeps coming. Last week, the Biden administration announced that asylum seekers who were ordered deported for missing their immigration court hearings under Trump’s disastrous Migrant Protection P…

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June 28, 2021 at 1:49 AM

This Week in Immigration: Our Afghan Allies Deserve Special Immigrant Visas

With their lives on the line, Afghans who aided U.S. troops cannot afford to wait.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden’s Unfulfilled Promise to End 287(g) Agreements with Local Law Enforcement During the 2020 campaign, President Biden pledged to end all 287(g…

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June 25, 2021 at 2:15 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

We're holding the immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   WHO WE'RE SUING (AND WHY)  U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration Enforcement Agencies  U.S. Customs…

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  Megan Hess, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

June 22, 2021 at 8:08 PM

Reminder: Webinar on Navigating the Immigration System in the Military

Join us Thursday for a conversation with Senator Tammy Duckworth about access to legal assistance for military servicemembers.   John, I wanted to send a final reminder about our webinar "Navigating the Immigration System in the Military" this Thursday, June 24. Join us for an important…

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June 21, 2021 at 4:18 PM

[CORRECTION] This Week in Immigration: AG Garland restores vital lifeline to asylum seekers

To victims of severe domestic violence, gang violence, and violence on account of family relationships.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  On World Refugee Day, A Call to Rebuild U.S. Refugee Resettlement World Refugee Day is celebrated internationally on June 20…

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June 20, 2021 at 2:27 PM

This Week in Immigration: AG Garland restores vital lifeline to asylum seekers

To victims of severe domestic violence, gang violence, and violence on account of family relationships.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  On World Refugee Day, A Call to Rebuild U.S. Refugee Resettlement World Refugee Day is celebrated internationally on June 20…

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  Megan Hess, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

June 17, 2021 at 3:10 PM

Justice for all. No exceptions.

Make a statement with your Council merch.  Dear John, The phrase “Justice for All” drives the work of the American Immigration Council in everything we do. Show your support for the Council and these three very important words by purchasing a t-shirt, tank, or tote today!  These it…

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June 15, 2021 at 9:37 PM

Fwd: Webinar: Navigating the Immigration System in the Military

We're ensuring justice for all of those who have served in our military.  John, I wanted to send a reminder about our webinar "Navigating the Immigration System in the Military" next Thursday, June 24. We are also happy to announce that opening remarks will be made by Senator Tammy Duc…

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June 13, 2021 at 2:26 PM

This Week in Immigration: TPS Holders Denied a Chance at Permanent Status

The Supreme Court left thousands of long-time TPS holders ineligible to obtain a green card.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Collecting DNA From Asylum Seekers at the Border Raises Privacy Concerns U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is collecting DNA from…

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  Megan Hess, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

June 8, 2021 at 5:09 PM

Navigating the Immigration System in the Military

We're ensuring justice for all of those who have served in our military.  John, The American Immigration Council invites you to join us on June 24 at 3:00 pm for an important webinar “Navigating the Immigration System in the Military.”  The immigration system is ever-changing, complex,…

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June 6, 2021 at 2:00 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden's Budget Is A Missed Opportunity

The proposal calls for additional funding for immigration enforcement.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  New ‘Dedicated Docket’ Could Rush Asylum-Seeking Families Through Court A new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Justice (DOJ) “rocket d…

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May 30, 2021 at 2:05 PM

This Week in Immigration: What Does Biden's Budget Say About His Immigration Agenda?

Modernizing the border and alternatives to detention are among his priorities.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Government Watchdog Finds Hundreds of Parents Separated by Trump Never Given Opportunity to Reunify The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of I…

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May 28, 2021 at 1:01 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

We're holding the immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Investigating Immigration Enforcement and Highway Patrol Collaboration in Ohio U.S. Customs an…

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May 23, 2021 at 2:26 PM

This Week in Immigration: A New Approach to Immigration Enforcement

Biden has started to chart a new path forward, but much work remains.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden’s Actions on Immigration Enforcement Have Been Inconsistent Since Taking Office The Biden administration inherited an immigration enforcement system dev…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

May 20, 2021 at 5:37 PM

[Special Report] Tracking the Biden Agenda on Immigration Enforcement

What has Biden done on immigration enforcement during its first 100 days in office?   John, The Trump administration implemented over 300 changes to interior enforcement with one overarching goal: subject all undocumented immigrants to enforcement actions. President Biden committed to r…

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May 19, 2021 at 4:23 PM

[Webinar] Tracking the Biden Agenda on Immigration Enforcement

Don't forget to join us Friday, May 21 for a webinar on immigration enforcement during Biden’s first 100 days.   Tracking the Biden Agenda on Immigration Enforcement   Friday, May 21 12:00 - 12:45 pm EDT/9:00 - 9:45 am PDT   Register today John, I wanted to make sure you saw th…

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May 17, 2021 at 8:56 PM

[Webinar] Tracking the Biden Agenda on Immigration Enforcement

Join us Friday, May 21 for a webinar on immigration enforcement during Biden’s first 100 days.   Tracking the Biden Agenda on Immigration Enforcement   Friday, May 21 12:00 - 12:45 pm EDT/9:00 - 9:45 am PDT   Register today John, The Trump administration implemented hundreds of…

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May 16, 2021 at 2:26 PM

This Week in Immigration: Social Security Needs Immigration to Survive

Immigration plays an outsized role in saving programs like Medicare and Social Security.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  First Round of Biden Immigration Judges Fails to Increase Diversity The Biden administration announced its first round of immigration judge …

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May 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM

This Week in Immigration: Separated Mothers and Children Reunite After Years Apart

Biden's Family Reunification Task Force gets to work.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden Administration Begins Reuniting the First of Thousands of Migrant Families Still Separated Four families separated under the Trump administration will be reunited this …

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  Laura Jennings, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

May 5, 2021 at 5:13 PM

Let’s get ready to party: The American Heritage Awards are tomorrow night

Join us tomorrow for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Tomorrow night is the night. Make sure you are registered for this free, fun event. Vijai Nathan is prepping jokes, Freedom’s Boombox is tuning up vocals, and Megan Hess has showed us how to make o…

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May 4, 2021 at 4:57 PM

You can still register for the American Heritage Awards!

It's not too late! Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, The storytelling begins this Thursday—and you won’t want to miss it! This is your chance to hear from bestselling author and essayist Edwidge Danticat and creative giant PJ Pereira.   The…

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  Karen Lucas, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

May 3, 2021 at 9:39 PM

[Webinar] Biden's First 100 Days on Detention

Join our webinar on May 5 to learn how immigration detention is changing under the Biden administration.   John, How has the situation in immigration detention evolved throughout President Biden’s first 100 days in office? Join experts from the American Immigration Council’s Immigratio…

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May 2, 2021 at 4:32 PM

This Week in Immigration: USCIS Still in Turmoil After Biden's First 100 Days

Average USCIS processing time increased by 61% from 2016 through 2020,  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Supreme Court Rejects Government Practice of ‘Notice-by-Installment’ in Niz-Chavez v. Garland The U.S. Supreme Court ruled this week in Niz-Chavez v. Garland …

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May 1, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Make Thursday Night Even Spicier with Raspberry Jalapeño Margaritas

Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Are you ready to celebrate with us? Megan Hess from our development team is back again with another great signature cocktail you can sip while you enjoy the American Heritage Awards on May 6. Learn how to…

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April 30, 2021 at 5:39 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

We're holding the immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Investigating Southern ICE Detention Facilities U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 6:34 PM

[Special Report] Tracking Biden’s First 100 Days on the Legal Immigration System

What has Biden done on immigration so far?   John, President Biden’s first 100 days in office serves as an important benchmark for his ambitious immigration agenda. What has the Biden administration accomplished on immigration so far? Where has it missed the mark? And where should it g…

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  Laura Jennings, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 6:16 PM

8 things you can do to get ready for next Thursday night

Get ready for the American Heritage Awards.  John, The American Heritage Awards are next week! To get everyone excited for May 6th at 8:00 p.m. EDT, we put together a countdown of the eight things you can do to get ready for next Thursday night:  Number 8: Pick a place to watch where yo…

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April 26, 2021 at 9:57 PM

[Fact Sheet] An Analysis of the Rising Border Numbers

Take a deep dive into the current situation at the border.  John, The current situation at the U.S.-Mexico border under the Biden administration is neither unique nor unprecedented. For generations, the U.S. has seen periodic cycles of migration. There have also been multiple extraordi…

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April 26, 2021 at 2:25 AM

This Week in Immigration: What Biden Has—and Hasn’t—Accomplished in His First 100 Days

The 100-day mark of Biden's presidency is approaching. What has he done on immigration?  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Firsthand Experiences Inside ICE Facilities During the Pandemic Underscore Why Detention Should be Abolished “Today, within this crowded dete…

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April 21, 2021 at 6:15 PM

Spice up your Thursday evening

Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Spice up your Thursday evening and join us for a night of music, comedy, and storytelling. Tune into the American Heritage Awards and enjoy our virtual entertainment with your entire family. It’ll be uplift…

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April 18, 2021 at 3:51 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden’s Broken Promise on Refugees

This decision was seemingly the first major promise on immigration that Biden broke.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden’s Commitment to Refugees in Question After Flip-Flopping on Admissions Cap President Biden signed a new refugee determination keeping in …

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April 15, 2021 at 9:35 PM

Edwidge, PJ, and Vijai walk into a virtual event

Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Hold the evening of May 6th on your calendar now because you won’t want to miss this year’s American Heritage Awards. Our “power of storytelling” theme (and free price tag) will be something you’ll want to …

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  Megan Hess, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

April 13, 2021 at 2:38 PM

Join the Council Catalysts Program

Help us make real change.   John, The Biden administration has given us hope of building a more fair, just, and welcoming immigration system. But as you know, there is still much to repair and more work to be done.  The American Immigration Council is ready for the challenge—and wants …

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April 11, 2021 at 3:29 PM

This Week in Immigration: Yes, All Immigrants Can Get the Vaccine

But some immigrants are still facing barriers to the vaccine.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  How the Biden Administration Is Responding to Unaccompanied Children, Families, and Adults at the Border Only days after President Biden took office, some people were …

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April 9, 2021 at 4:37 PM

Why is this year’s American Heritage Awards so special?

Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Why is this American Heritage Awards special? As we emerge from a very challenging year, we all need to set time aside for  connection and belonging. We all deserve a special evening where we can focus on s…

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April 4, 2021 at 2:00 PM

This Week in Immigration: Trump's Non-Immigrant Visa Ban Expires

The Biden administration allowed a Trump-era ban on non-immigrant visas to expire this week.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Immigration Policies Based on Deterrence Don’t Work Over the last two months, the Biden administration has been pressured to carry out …

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

April 2, 2021 at 6:02 PM

[Fact Sheet] Explaining Title 42 Expulsions at the Border

The Title 42 order can help account for the rise in border crossings.  John, The ability to seek asylum in the United States is a fundamental human right. But since March 2020, that right has largely been suspended.  U.S. government officials began “expelling” people who arrive at our s…

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March 30, 2021 at 8:06 PM

Become Part of the Story - Register Today

Join us for a night of storytelling at the 2021 American Heritage Awards.  John, Why do stories matter? What is the power in them? Join the American Immigration Council for a night of storytelling at the American Heritage Awards and see how stories impact your own sense of belonging.  …

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March 28, 2021 at 2:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: What’s Really Going on at the Border

Here are the facts—no misinformation or fearmongering.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  How Many ICE-Related COVID-19 Deaths Have Gone Unreported? After two years in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, Martin Vargas Arellano was released to …

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March 26, 2021 at 9:36 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

We're holding the immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Investigating CBP's Sandusky Bay Station in Ohio  U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ope…

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  Karen Lucas, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 6:36 PM

Help get people released from ICE detention.

To review everyone’s case, we need more attorneys on the ground.   John, Thousands of people in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody may be eligible for release based on the agency’s new enforcement priorities. But many don’t have the means to request release—especial…

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March 21, 2021 at 3:08 PM

This Week in Immigration: A New Path to Citizenship

What will be the fate of the two immigration bills that passed in the House?  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  USCIS Begins to Reverse Course on H-1B Petitions Employers and workers are starting to see a shift from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

March 19, 2021 at 7:18 PM

Get the facts on the new immigration bills.

A pathway to citizenship is in sight for millions of immigrants.   John, The House of Representatives made exciting progress yesterday when it passed two immigration bills, signaling Congress might enact major immigration reform—for the first time in over three decades. One of the bill…

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March 18, 2021 at 9:14 PM

2021 American Heritage Awards: Announcing Our Amazing Honorees

We will recognize two incredible honorees who use the power of storytelling to make us think, heal, and connect.  John, Please join the American Immigration Council for our annual American Heritage Awards, where we will recognize two incredible honorees who use the power of storytelling…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

March 17, 2021 at 7:00 PM

RE: [Webinar] U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management

Don't forget to register for this March 18 webinar on the history of racism in the U.S. Border Patrol.   U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management  Thursday, March 18 2:00 - 2:45 pm EDT/11:00 - 11:45 am PDT   Register today John, I wanted …

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March 16, 2021 at 7:01 PM

Investigating Immigration Enforcement Agencies During Sunshine Week

We've filed multiple FOIA requests seeking critical information from ICE and CBP.   John, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other immigration agencies have a well-documented history of misconduct and resistance to transparency. The concerns are long-standing and span adminis…

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  Jorge Loweree, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

March 15, 2021 at 4:14 PM

Correction RE: [Webinar] U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management

Register for this March 18 webinar on the history of racism in the U.S. Border Patrol.   U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management  Thursday, March 18 2:00 - 2:45 pm EST/11:00 - 11:45 am PST   Register today John, A previous email went out…

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March 15, 2021 at 3:40 PM

[Webinar] U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management

Register for this March 18 webinar on the history of racism in the U.S. Border Patrol.   U.S. Border Patrol's Legacy of Racism: Alternative Visions for Border Management  Thursday, March 18 12:00 - 12:45 pm EST/9:00 - 9:45 am PST   Register today John, Since its creation in 192…

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