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NYC to Shut Down Its Asylum Application Help Center Due to Lack of Funds

New York City closes its Asylum Application Help Center due to funding gaps, limiting support for thousands of asylum seekers and migrants.

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Opinion: Protecting New York's Most Vulnerable From Federal Attacks

The Trump administration's policies have severely affected vulnerable immigrants' ability to access social services, leading to increased isolation and risk.

Identity of second man illegally deported to El Salvador prison revealed

Illegally deported asylum seeker Daniel Lozano-Camargo's case raises serious legal and ethical issues regarding immigration enforcement.

I'm paranoid all the time': surveillance and fear in a city of immigrants as White House ramps up deportations

Asylum seekers with ankle monitors face stigma, anxiety, and barriers to employment in the US.

NYC politics

fromCbsnews

Congressman Dan Goldman says he confronted ICE agents arresting asylum seekers at routine hearings in NYC

ICE arrests in NYC have sparked significant backlash and concern within the immigrant community.

NYC parents

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A Bronx high schooler showed up for a routine immigration court date. ICE was waiting.

Dylan's arrest illustrates the risks immigrants face in navigating the U.S. immigration system without legal representation.

Brooklyn

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NYC to Shut Down Its Asylum Application Help Center Due to Lack of Funds

New York City closes its Asylum Application Help Center due to funding gaps, limiting support for thousands of asylum seekers and migrants.

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Protecting New York's Most Vulnerable From Federal Attacks

The Trump administration's policies have severely affected vulnerable immigrants' ability to access social services, leading to increased isolation and risk.

Identity of second man illegally deported to El Salvador prison revealed

Illegally deported asylum seeker Daniel Lozano-Camargo's case raises serious legal and ethical issues regarding immigration enforcement.

I'm paranoid all the time': surveillance and fear in a city of immigrants as White House ramps up deportations

Asylum seekers with ankle monitors face stigma, anxiety, and barriers to employment in the US.

UK politics

Council boss calls MP asylum comment inflammatory

UK politics

Reform UK to resist housing asylum seekers in its council areas, chair says

1 day ago

Council boss calls MP asylum comment inflammatory

Council leader disputes MP's claims about asylum seekers, calling them misleading and inflammatory.

UK politics

Reform UK to resist housing asylum seekers in its council areas, chair says

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Mood is tense at Concord Immigration Court following ICE arrests

This court, newly opened in February 2024, has become a site of tension and fear as ICE regularly detains individuals who lose their asylum cases.

San Francisco

#uk-politics

UK access to EU crime and illegal migration data reportedly denied

UK's request for EU crime data access rejected, hampering Labour's post-Brexit strategy.

UK politics

UK's Starmer seeking third countries to set up asylum seeker return hubs'

UK politics

PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration

UK politics

Experts question Rachel Reeves' spending promises

UK news

Government accused of blaming record small boat crossings on the weather

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UK politics

Nigel Farage says Reform councils won't take migrants & wants to end WFH

UK access to EU crime and illegal migration data reportedly denied

UK's request for EU crime data access rejected, hampering Labour's post-Brexit strategy.

UK politics

UK's Starmer seeking third countries to set up asylum seeker return hubs'

UK politics

PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration

UK politics

Experts question Rachel Reeves' spending promises

UK news

Government accused of blaming record small boat crossings on the weather

fromThe US Sun

UK politics

Nigel Farage says Reform councils won't take migrants & wants to end WFH

At Stonewall, electeds and advocates demand release of gay asylum seeker Andry Hernandez Romero

Activists demand the release of Andry Hernandez Romero, a gay asylum seeker deported despite pending immigration case and without due process.

France news

France plans to begin intercepting small boats at sea, says UK Home Office

French government plans to intercept asylum seeker boats near beaches, raising safety concerns.

Record numbers of asylum seekers crossing the English Channel prompt stricter measures.

Black Lives Matter

fromThe Nation

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Art Is How We Remember What Power Wants Us to Forget

The cry for freedom from detained asylum-seeking women highlights severe human rights abuses and government neglect.

SF LGBT

Democrats demand proof that deported gay asylum-seeker is still alive

A coalition of 52 Democrats demands proof of life for gay asylum-seeker Andry Hernández Romero and calls for his release.

German court rules turning away asylum-seekers unlawful DW 06/02/2025

Germany's court ruling states asylum seekers cannot be turned back without following EU procedures.

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US news

New Report Condemns Trump Admin's Deportations of Non-Costa Ricans to Costa Rica

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At Stonewall, electeds and advocates demand release of gay asylum seeker Andry Hernandez Romero

Activists demand the release of Andry Hernandez Romero, a gay asylum seeker deported despite pending immigration case and without due process.

France news

France plans to begin intercepting small boats at sea, says UK Home Office

French government plans to intercept asylum seeker boats near beaches, raising safety concerns.

Record numbers of asylum seekers crossing the English Channel prompt stricter measures.

Black Lives Matter

fromThe Nation

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Art Is How We Remember What Power Wants Us to Forget

The cry for freedom from detained asylum-seeking women highlights severe human rights abuses and government neglect.

SF LGBT

Democrats demand proof that deported gay asylum-seeker is still alive

A coalition of 52 Democrats demands proof of life for gay asylum-seeker Andry Hernández Romero and calls for his release.

German court rules turning away asylum-seekers unlawful DW 06/02/2025

Germany's court ruling states asylum seekers cannot be turned back without following EU procedures.

fromTruthout

US news

New Report Condemns Trump Admin's Deportations of Non-Costa Ricans to Costa Rica

UK will end use of asylum hotels by 2029, Reeves says

Government aims to phase out hotels for asylum seekers by 2029, potentially saving £1 billion annually.

Germany's new government vows tougher border controls

Germany's government will tighten migration policies, rejecting undocumented asylum seekers and intensifying border checks starting May 6.

How long can Germany keep its tighter border controls in place?

Germany's police union warns of limited resources for increased border control operations.

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.

Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.

Labour targets international students claiming asylum after losses to Reform in local elections

The UK government plans to tighten asylum processes for international students as part of a broader immigration reform agenda.

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Chancellor Merz defends controversial migration policies after a court ruling, asserting their necessity for public safety.

Germany updates: Merz defiant on pushbacks after court blow DW 06/03/2025

Chancellor Merz defends asylum seeker border pushbacks despite legal ruling declaring them illegal.

fromeuronews

Germany's new government vows tougher border controls

Germany's government will tighten migration policies, rejecting undocumented asylum seekers and intensifying border checks starting May 6.

How long can Germany keep its tighter border controls in place?

Germany's police union warns of limited resources for increased border control operations.

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday

Germany's new border policy rejecting asylum seekers without proper checks is ruled illegal by court.

Civil liberties in Germany are increasingly under threat, with concerns over freedom of speech and assembly.

Labour targets international students claiming asylum after losses to Reform in local elections

The UK government plans to tighten asylum processes for international students as part of a broader immigration reform agenda.

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Chancellor Merz defends controversial migration policies after a court ruling, asserting their necessity for public safety.

Germany updates: Merz defiant on pushbacks after court blow DW 06/03/2025

Chancellor Merz defends asylum seeker border pushbacks despite legal ruling declaring them illegal.

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#home-office

5 days ago

London politics

Home Office may be forced to cut police numbers as result of Treasury deal

UK politics

Asylum seeker accommodation likely to cost three times more than forecast

UK news

Council considers legal action against Labour government over asylum seeker costs

UK politics

Asylum hotel companies vow to hand back some profits

5 days ago

London politics

Home Office may be forced to cut police numbers as result of Treasury deal

UK politics

Asylum seeker accommodation likely to cost three times more than forecast

UK news

Council considers legal action against Labour government over asylum seeker costs

UK politics

Asylum hotel companies vow to hand back some profits

Queens high school student detained after immigration court hearing, officials say

Public school students in NYC are being detained by ICE during legal proceedings, raising concerns for immigrant rights and safety.

fromABC7 San Francisco

San Francisco Giants

'A fear tactic': Immigrant rights groups denounce reported ICE arrests outside SF court

NYC parents

fromCbsnews

Queens high school student detained after immigration court hearing, officials say

Public school students in NYC are being detained by ICE during legal proceedings, raising concerns for immigrant rights and safety.

fromABC7 San Francisco

San Francisco Giants

'A fear tactic': Immigrant rights groups denounce reported ICE arrests outside SF court

more#immigrant-rights

Scott Morrison sought advice to obstruct Nauru asylum seekers from accessing abortions, documents reveal

In 2014, Scott Morrison sought advice to deny pregnant women in offshore detention access to abortion services on the Australian mainland before 20 weeks' gestation.

UK news

Germany turns first asylum seekers away at border: report DW 05/11/2025

Germany is rejecting asylum seekers at borders, marking a significant policy shift under the new government.

US politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Lopez: Trump's immigration reforms are reshaping the meaning of being American

Trump's immigration policies prioritize the wealthy, creating barriers for poorer immigrants and refugees.

NYC politics

fromGothamist

Adams administration will close 3 help centers for migrants in NYC

New York City's migration resource centers will close due to lack of state funding, despite ongoing support needs for 38,000 migrants currently in shelter.

Germany expands border patrols as part of immigration plan DW 05/17/2025

Germany is implementing stricter immigration controls, with asylum-seekers being turned back at the border except for vulnerable individuals.

Germany vows to migration crackdown at borders despite court setback

Germany's court ruling prohibits pushbacks of asylum seekers at borders until responsibility under the Dublin system is determined.

fromwww.thelocal.de

Germany deports 'above average' number of people at the start of 2025

Germany's deportations increased sharply in early 2024, with plans for further repatriations under new immigration policies.

Germany turns first asylum seekers away at border: report DW 05/11/2025

Germany is rejecting asylum seekers at borders, marking a significant policy shift under the new government.

US politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Lopez: Trump's immigration reforms are reshaping the meaning of being American

Trump's immigration policies prioritize the wealthy, creating barriers for poorer immigrants and refugees.

NYC politics

fromGothamist

Adams administration will close 3 help centers for migrants in NYC

New York City's migration resource centers will close due to lack of state funding, despite ongoing support needs for 38,000 migrants currently in shelter.

Germany expands border patrols as part of immigration plan DW 05/17/2025

Germany is implementing stricter immigration controls, with asylum-seekers being turned back at the border except for vulnerable individuals.

Germany vows to migration crackdown at borders despite court setback

Germany's court ruling prohibits pushbacks of asylum seekers at borders until responsibility under the Dublin system is determined.

fromwww.thelocal.de

Germany deports 'above average' number of people at the start of 2025

Germany's deportations increased sharply in early 2024, with plans for further repatriations under new immigration policies.

more#immigration-policy

#friedrich-merz

Germany news

Germany updates: Merz defiant after court migration ruling DW 06/03/2025

Germany news

Germany updates: Merz defiant after court blow DW 06/03/2025

Germany news

Germany updates: Merz defiant after court migration ruling DW 06/03/2025

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Germany news

Germany updates: Merz defiant after court blow DW 06/03/2025

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#community-support

SF LGBT

LGBTQ+ migrants deserve compassion - Labour's hostile rhetoric is heartbreaking

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UK news

Buncrana drowning tragedy: 'Absolute heartbreak' in Donegal following death of 'wonderful' teenagers

SF LGBT

LGBTQ+ migrants deserve compassion - Labour's hostile rhetoric is heartbreaking

The UK government is fostering division over migration, impacting LGBTQ+ asylum seekers' sense of community and safety.

UK news

Buncrana drowning tragedy: 'Absolute heartbreak' in Donegal following death of 'wonderful' teenagers

more#community-support

#reproductive-rights

45% more people rejected at German border after checks were stepped up, minister says

Germany's new government has sharply increased border checks, resulting in a rise in turns back of immigrants, especially asylum-seekers.

UK news

My father came to the UK to find safety but he died alone in an asylum hotel'

45% more people rejected at German border after checks were stepped up, minister says

Germany's new government has sharply increased border checks, resulting in a rise in turns back of immigrants, especially asylum-seekers.

UK news

My father came to the UK to find safety but he died alone in an asylum hotel'

more#reproductive-rights

UK Border Force is in effect under military command, report says

The UK Border Force is now under military command, indicative of a rise in militarized policing practices throughout Europe.

Net migration halved in 2024 to 431,000, ONS says

Net migration to the UK saw a historic decrease of nearly 50% in 2024, influenced mainly by the decline in work and study visa arrivals.

UK news

#germany

Germany arrests minors over alleged attacks on asylum seekers, migrants

Five minors arrested for forming far-right group targeting asylum seekers in Germany, raising concerns about youth radicalization.

Germany news

New border checks stir old memories on Polish-German border

Germany politics

Can Germany turn back asylum seekers at Austria's border?

Germany's plan to turn back more asylum seekers at the Austrian border faces legal and political challenges, particularly from Austria's refusal to accept returns.

Germany news

Germany: Church asylum requests rise as protection dwindles DW 04/27/2025

Refugees in Germany are increasingly seeking church protection due to heightened fears of deportation.

Germany arrests minors over alleged attacks on asylum seekers, migrants

Five minors arrested for forming far-right group targeting asylum seekers in Germany, raising concerns about youth radicalization.

New border checks stir old memories on Polish-German border

Germany's new border policy reflects historical tensions, emphasizing a crackdown on irregular migration and reinstating border checks.

Germany politics

Can Germany turn back asylum seekers at Austria's border?

Germany news

Germany: Church asylum requests rise as protection dwindles DW 04/27/2025

more#germany

UK-based people smuggler jailed for 25 years over Mediterranean crossings

Ahmed Ebid, a UK-based people smuggler, was sentenced to 25 years for orchestrating dangerous Mediterranean crossings.

He exploited nearly 3,800 asylum seekers, prioritizing profit over lives.

Jailed wife of ex-Tory councillor loses sentence appeal over Southport tweet

Lucy Connolly lost her appeal against a 31-month prison sentence for inciting racial hatred against asylum seekers after a tragic incident in Southport.

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UK news

Department of Justice abandons Coolock migrant centre plans at former Crown Paints factory

UK news

Department of Justice abandons Coolock migrant centre plans at former Crown Paints factory

UK news

Department of Justice abandons Coolock migrant centre plans at former Crown Paints factory

UK news

Department of Justice abandons Coolock migrant centre plans at former Crown Paints factory

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#uk-immigration-policy

fromeuronews

Starmer: UK to send rejected asylum seekers to 'return hubs' abroad

The UK plans to create overseas 'return hubs' for rejected asylum seekers to await deportation.

fromThe New Yorker

UK news

The Real Audience for Trump's Anti-Immigrant Spectacles

fromeuronews

Starmer: UK to send rejected asylum seekers to 'return hubs' abroad

The UK plans to create overseas 'return hubs' for rejected asylum seekers to await deportation.

fromThe New Yorker

more#uk-immigration-policy

UK news

The Real Audience for Trump's Anti-Immigrant Spectacles

Right-wing politics

fromTruthout

Trump Is Bending the Refugee Program to Fit His White Nationalist Agenda

The Trump administration's welcoming of Afrikaners contrasts sharply with its refusal of refugees from war-torn countries, illustrating a racially motivated policy.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Revealed: Iranian arrested over London terror plot was asylum seeker living in taxpayer funded home

A major counter-terrorism operation led to the arrest of five individuals linked to an alleged Iranian-backed plot to target the Israeli embassy.

Asylum accommodation costs set to triple, says watchdog

The cost of asylum seeker accommodation is projected to be Â£15.3 billion, significantly higher than previous estimates.

UK politics

Plan to fast-track appeals of some UK asylum seekers could face legal backlash

Asylum accommodation costs set to triple, says watchdog

The cost of asylum seeker accommodation is projected to be Â£15.3 billion, significantly higher than previous estimates.

UK politics

Plan to fast-track appeals of some UK asylum seekers could face legal backlash

more#uk-government

Work ban forcing 10% of UK female asylum seekers into sex work

Women fleeing war in the UK face extreme poverty and are driven into sex work due to employment bans.

US begins prosecuting migrants for breaching military zone' near border

The U.S. has initiated criminal prosecutions against migrants for crossing a newly designated military zone at the southern border, escalating penalties for such actions.

US news

Immigraton reforms on way - new rules to make it tougher for asylum-seekers to appeal if application rejected

Failed asylum-seekers will face tougher appeals process under proposed International Protection Bill 2025, marking a significant shift in migration policy.

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