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September 2015 immigration news at a glance

Written by Kara DeDonato   This month’s news digest takes a look at the US Border Patrol and at new developments in the number of refugees, Syrians in particular, that will be resettled in the United States. We’ll also discuss some of the obstacles facing women immigrants before turning to Pope Francis’ visit to New York and other New York immigration news.   US Border Patrol In the final days of September, US Border Patrol agent Lonnie Schwartz was indicted...

Portraits & interviews

July 2014 Immigration News At a Glance

Written by Kara DeDonato   The surge of unaccompanied minors continues to be at the forefront of immigration news and is a primary focus of this month’s news digest. Additionally, the July Immigration News At a Glance takes a look at the breakdown of immigration reform on the federal level, the importance of immigrants in American culture in honor of the Fourth of July, and new developments in addressing immigrant needs in New York State and City.   Border surge crisis –...