Luis was smuggled into the U.S. when he was just eight years old. He built a life in New Bedford, Mass., but his world came “crashing down” when his parent’s legal status split apart the family.
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As Feds Reopen Some Medical Deferral Cases, Boston Patients Find Hope
The federal government has decided to re-consider the requests from some non-citizens to stay in this country for medical treatment — including from a number of Boston-area immigrants. After saying last week that it would no longer process what are called “medical deferred action requests,” U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services now says some cases will be re-opened, but patients remain in limbo.
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Ep. 10: Estela’s Unexpected Journey
Estela came to the United States by chance and only planned to stay a couple of months. Nearly fifteen years later, she lives here with her husband, two kids, and an active deportation order against her.
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After Receiving Denial Letters, Immigrants Fear End Of Medical Deferral Program
Dismaying immigrants and advocates, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) sent out letters saying the agency will no longer consider most deferrals of deportation for people with serious medical conditions, documents show. The agency is now saying those decisions will be made by another agency: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). That was not made clear to […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For August 23
Hard to believe, but September and a fresh school year is close at hand. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. Much ado about nothing or a serious ethical lapse? The Rhode […]
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Ep. 9: Mohammed And The Idea Of “Home”
A Syrian doctor risks his career and life for his home during a gruesome civil war. Then, he faces a choice: become the enemy or leave everything behind.
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Creating An Immigration Future Requires Reckoning With The Past
From Rhode Island to the Rio Grande, immigration continues to be a divisive topic. The Public’s Radio political analyst Scott MacKay says it time to confront the myths that surround immigration.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For August 16
It always comes back to Rhode Island, right? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. 1) The Wyatt Detention Facility in Central Falls promises to remain in the spotlight after a pickup […]
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Bonus Q&A: Neronha On Immigration, Suing The Trump Administration, Guns & More
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha joins Bonus Q&A to discuss how his priorities fared in the General Assembly; the resolution of cases involving Luis Aponte and Nicholas Kettle; the Trump administration’s approach to immigration; and more.
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New Immigration Rule Could Affect Half A Million Mass. Residents
The Trump administration on Monday introduced a new rule vastly expanding the list of public benefits federal immigration officials may take into consideration when determining whether an individual should be allowed to enter the country or obtain permanent residence. A Boston-based group estimates that it could affect more than 500,000 residents in the state.Known as the “public charge” provision, the process evaluates […]