As pandemic restrictions ease, more immigrants are participating in public naturalization ceremonies to formalize the last step of the citizenship process. These ceremonies are often highly emotional, as they symbolize the last step in a years-long journey for countless Americans. According to recent data, naturalizations are on the rise, reflecting a large population trend for immigration growth in the United States. With this demographic shift, some are READ MORE READ MORE

Whether it was his campaign promise to build a wall, his vulgar references to certain central American countries, or his criticism of legal immigrants taking American jobs, former President Trump maintained a vocal and unrelenting opposition to immigration of all kinds. While the Biden White House seeks to dismantle Trump-era policies, an economic downturn has some suggesting that Trump-era immigration policies continue to hinder American economic progress. READ MORE READ MORE

Immigration is a central pillar of the U.S. economy, so immigration trends often reflect broader economic trends. While immigration growth traditionally focused on large cities, new data suggests immigrants are now preferring smaller, suburban areas at a greater rate. In fact, some of the top cities attracting immigrants include Pennsylvania metropolitan areas you might not expect. A New Report: Immigrants and Opportunity in America’s Cities According to READ MORE READ MORE

The Department of Justice (DOJ), according to its recent announcement, has secured a settlement agreement with national bakery chain Lady M. The settlement resolves the DOJ’s determination that the chain violated the law in the manner it verified the employment authorization of its employees. This announcement highlights the consequences for employers that fail to comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act (the “INA”). Allegations of Discrimination Against Noncitizen Workers According to READ MORE READ MORE

Once again, immigration policy finds itself in the spotlight, as the United States Supreme Court recently heard oral argument for United States v. Texas, a challenge to federal policy governing federal immigration enforcement policies. The lawsuit, brought by Texas and Louisiana, not only impacts the future of immigration enforcement in the country but also may impact the right of states to sue the federal government over discretionary READ MORE READ MORE