Immigration

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Federal authorities say they have received tips that the businesses are illegally hiring undocumented immigrants.

The package of seven bills restricting federal immigration enforcement activities in Philadelphia will now go to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s desk, backed by a veto-proof majority.

In 2021, Delaware County’s detention center was vacated following explosive allegations of “physical, sexual, and psychological abuse by staff.”

More than 2,000 have signed a petition critical of July mathematics meet-up.

The detention centers would overwhelm sewage facilities and exceed available drinking water supply, environmental advocates say.

Feds say they are conducting a criminal probe after receiving tips that the companies are illegally employing undocumented immigrants.

Los proyectos de ley que se están considerando se suman a cuatro leyes relacionadas con inmigración que se implementaron el año pasado.

Under the proposed bill, DA Larry Krasner could prosecute federal agents for wearing masks and residents could sue them.

A majority of Philadelphia City Council supports the measures, which would restrict federal immigration enforcement activities in the city.

The bills being considered are in addition to four immigration-related laws implemented last year.

The effort includes multilingual resources outlining what to do if approached by federal agents, including the right to remain silent, refuse searches and ask for a lawyer.

Casa de Venezuela Delaware está ayudando a las familias a encontrar recursos, reconstruir la confianza y crear un sentido de pertenencia.

Activists commend new legislation restricting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's activities in the state. But they say more is needed to protect immigrant residents.