Undocumented

Fraudulent Legal Advisors Exploit Undocumented Immigrants Through Social Media Deception

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In Houston, Texas, a concerning trend has emerged as fraudulent legal practitioners exploit social media platforms to target undocumented immigrants. These scammers often misrepresent themselves as attorneys, preying on the vulnerable who are seeking legal assistance to navigate immigration processes. The scheme typically unfolds on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, where these fake lawyers advertise services that promise to resolve immigration issues quickly and affordably. Many of the targets are desperate individuals looking for legitimate help, placing their trust in these deceptive online personas. Victims report that these scammers use persuasive tactics to instill a … Read more

Immigration in the Spotlight: How the Trump Administration’s Policies Affect Both Undocumented and Legal Immigrants

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Washington, D.C. — In recent months since President Donald Trump took office, there has been a heightened focus on both undocumented and legal immigrants. This issue stands as a significant component of the administration’s policy agenda, signaling a broader aim to reshape how immigration is handled within the United States. During Trump’s presidency, there has been a noticeable shift towards stringent immigration policies that not only affect those entering the country but also those who have been residing in the U.S. for years. These policies have sparked a wide array of responses, ranging from public … Read more

Understanding Collateral Arrests: Navigating Rights and Risks for Undocumented Immigrants During ICE Operations

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In recent operations by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, known as ICE, “collateral arrests” are growing more common. These arrests occur when ICE detains individuals who are not the primary targets of raids but are caught due to their presence at the sites of these operations. Esther Valdes-Clayton, an attorney who specializes in immigration law, highlights that these incidental detentions are frequent during ICE actions, and notably, not all those arrested have prior deportation orders. Collateral arrests bring a host of challenges and fears, particularly given that many of those detained are unsuspecting of any … Read more

San Antonio Law Enforcement to Collaborate with ICE in Identifying Undocumented Migrants with Deportation Warrants

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San Antonio, Texas — In a significant shift in local immigration enforcement strategy, San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) and Bexar County Sheriff’s Office have begun notifying federal authorities when they encounter undocumented migrants who have active warrants for removal or deportation. This move aligns with the recent inclusion of over 700,000 administrative warrants into a national crime database by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Erinaldy Agosto, an immigration attorney based in San Antonio, raised concerns about the impact of this new policy on the community. The integration of ICE administrative warrants into the National Crime … Read more