US Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to spend up to $20m on electric shock gloves called GLOVE, drawing criticism from civil rights groups over potential use of force.
Kurdish filmmaker Gabar Choli details being force-fed twice daily during an eight-month hunger strike while detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Texas, following the denial of his asylum application.
Immigration lawyers warn foreign nationals in the US to exercise caution on domestic flights following reports of increased DHS and ICE airport detentions, affecting individuals with pending applications and valid work authorizations.
US immigration attorneys are advising H-1B visa holders and other non-citizens to carry lawful status documents during domestic travel, following widespread reports of detentions by the Department of Homeland Security, even for those with pending immigration applications.
A TikTok clip showing migrant arrests, set to music by artist Bad Bunny, drew social media criticism, leading TikTok to remove the song. Bad Bunny is a prominent critic of Trump's deportation policies.
NDP leader Avi Lewis is urging the Canadian government to block Thomson Reuters’ latest data-sharing deal with ICE. The agreement would give ICE access to Clear database data for fraud investigations and continuous monitoring.
Canadian NDP leader Avi Lewis demands the Carney government block a US$125m Thomson Reuters-ICE data deal, citing concerns over human rights abuses and "voter fraud" tracking. He calls for restrictions on Canadian firms doing business with ICE.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will mandate body cameras for officers during vehicle stops, a move announced by Tom Homan amidst heightened scrutiny following two fatal shootings of men during traffic stops in Texas and Maine this month.
Chinese human rights lawyer Wu Shaoping, who fled China in 2019 and sought asylum in the US, was arrested by ICE in Pennsylvania while working as an Amazon courier. His detention raises fears of deportation to China, where he could face persecution for his activism, with his immigration hearing set for July 27.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced significant layoffs and studio transfers, sparking a debate over immigration and 'American' workers. Critics falsely claimed Sharma, a US citizen of Indian origin, fired Americans for H-1B visa holders, while others criticized the cuts due to Microsoft's profits.
A US immigration agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, Texas, on Tuesday. ICE claims Araujo attempted to evade arrest and weaponized his vehicle, but his son and advocacy groups are calling for an independent investigation, citing past disputed claims by immigration officials.
An ICE agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston during an attempted vehicle stop. ICE claims Salgado rammed an ICE vehicle and attempted to run over an officer, leading to the agent firing in self-defense. His son stated his father was seeking workers.
David Streever, a US citizen, sued ICE after federal officers warned his wife about an email he sent to the agency's former acting director, Todd Lyons, criticizing ICE's actions. Streever claims the warning violated his First Amendment rights. Another resident, Paigelynne Gonyea, also received a warning for a social media post.
US Vice President JD Vance stated that Pope Leo XIV's position on immigration has raised concerns, particularly in the United States. Vance, a Catholic, disagrees with the Vatican's stance and aims to convince Catholic leadership that US immigration policy is valid, emphasizing that mass migration has victims.
Uncertainty over H-1B visas in the US drives Indian professionals to consider the UK's Global Talent Visa as a backup, offering a shorter path to permanent settlement.
The UN is demanding independent investigations into dozens of deaths in US immigration detention since last year, citing a surge under President Trump's crackdown. UN rights chief Volker Turk urged prompt action, transparency, and accountability, emphasizing detention as a last resort.
UN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Türk called for independent investigations into rising deaths in US immigration custody under the Trump administration, citing a lack of transparency and alleged policy violations. This follows reports from Human Rights Watch and internal DHS watchdog probes.
A new report reveals US government spending on immigration surveillance technology, including AI tools, has surged to record highs, doubling from 2024-2025 to over $310m and reaching $513m in 2026. The increase is largely driven by contracts with data analytics and defense companies like Palantir and Anduril.
A protester was struck by a car outside Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, while demonstrating on Father's Day. The incident occurred as she held an upside-down American flag and blocked the entrance to the immigration detention center. Tensions escalated with allegations of pepper spray use by ICE officers.
Indian professionals and students face increasing uncertainty and complexity in US immigration policies, from visa applications and H-1B selections to green card processes. Frequent policy changes, heightened scrutiny, and lengthy backlogs are making the traditional path to permanent residency a 'nightmare', prompting exploration of alternative destinations.
Iran's national football team, including captain Mehdi Taremi and coach Amir Ghalenoei, criticized FIFA and hinted at US government resentment after being forced to leave Los Angeles immediately after their World Cup draw. The team cited logistical challenges, visa issues, and inadequate recovery time.
Six months after applying for renewal, "Dreamers" like Claudia and Cesar face prolonged delays in their Daca status, jeopardizing jobs, careers, and financial stability. Advocates criticize the Trump administration's policies, which they say are causing a "quiet unraveling" of temporary programs and pushing millions out of the workforce.
Cuban immigrants, once welcomed as political refugees, now face deportation under Trump's stringent immigration policies. Despite past support from Cuban American voters, many are being expelled, raising concerns about the US's role as a refuge.
Climate change is displacing millions globally, but the US, under Trump's immigration policies, offers no asylum for environmental hazards. Displaced individuals face closed doors and deportation, with advocates criticizing the administration's stance.
