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Immigration

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent watches as undocumented immigrants are loaded onto a plane
Community

Days into the new Trump administration, worries spike amid a show of force on immigration

As Trump touts deportation efforts, waves of worry have reverberated around the U.S. — including in New Jersey, where officials said immigration agents made illegal arrests.

1 year ago

Dozens rallied at City Hall on Dec. 10, 2024, calling on Philadelphia elected officials to reaffirm sanctuary city protections for undocumented residents. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

What are your rights as an immigrant in Philly? Here’s what to know

No matter what your legal status is, you have certain rights in interactions with law enforcement.

1 year ago

President Donald Trump speaks as he meets with homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene in Swannanoa, N.C., Friday, Jan. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Politics & Policy

FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made by Trump during his first week back in office

President Trump, who returned to office Jan. 20, has wasted no time setting a new agenda, relying on false and misleading information to support several of his initiatives.

1 year ago

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is seen from behind.
Community

Newark, N.J. mayor condemns ICE raid on local fish market, calls it unconstitutional

Newark, N.J. Mayor Ras Baraka says there can be disagreements about immigrants, but everyone must respect and follow the U.S. Constitution.

1 year ago

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Matthew J. Platkin speaks
Politics & Policy

A judge blocked Trump’s executive order eliminating birthright citizenship. New Jersey immigrants are still fearful

A group that supports immigrants in South Jersey is launching Rapid Response ICE watch teams and holding Know Your Right community workshops.

1 year ago

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a person holds a sign reading IMMIGRANTS BUILT AMERICA
Community

How will Philly’s suburban counties respond to the Trump administration’s immigration policies?

Even local officials who speak out in support of immigrant communities say county policies are limited in scope and impact.

1 year ago

Listen 1:24
Amy Eusebio speaks
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia’s Office of Immigrant Affairs executive director resigns as Trump takes office

Amy Eusebio will leave her position Friday after serving in the executive director role since 2019.

1 year ago

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Donald Trump signing an executive order at his desk
Politics & Policy

New Jersey leads effort to challenge Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship

N.J. Attorney General Matt Platkin said Tuesday that he’s leading a group of 22 states, D.C. and the city of San Francisco in filing a lawsuit blocking Trump’s order.

1 year ago

The border between the U.S. and Mexico near El Paso
Politics & Policy

Trump plans 10 sweeping actions on border security on Day 1. Here’s what we know

Trump campaigned on border security promises, and he and his allies argue that his electoral win is an endorsement of his upcoming actions on the issue.

1 year ago

Participants speaking to each other
Politics & Policy

Delaware ACLU trains activists to repel threats to immigrants, reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ protections under Trump

The state’s ACLU chapter hopes to prepare residents for potential policies under the incoming Trump administration.

1 year ago

Donald Trump speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Trump will begin his presidency in delicate position, poll finds

A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll shows that Americans' support for President-elect Donald Trump's top priorities is split, despite his claims of a mandate for his agenda.

1 year ago

The immigrant advocacy group Juntos held a protest vigil
Community
Billy Penn

Immigrants in Philly stress about their futures under Trump

Lacking clear information, they believe rumors or gird for deportation.

1 year ago

A procession gathers outside of a home
Community

‘We have not forgotten’: Philly’s Mexican, Latino communities celebrate Las Posadas

In Mexico, Guatemala and other parts of Latin America, Las Posadas are nightly celebrations in the nine days leading up to Christmas Day.

1 year ago

Listen 1:19
Protesters fight against detention and deportation
Community

Undocumented immigrants and supporters in Philly rally for help from the Biden administration

The group wants the Biden administration to take steps to dismantle the U.S. deportation system before Trump takes office.

1 year ago

Tasneem Abbas waving to people after arriving at the airport
Community

Philly welcomes Palestinian refugee for medical treatment

After losing an arm in a bombing, a Palestinian girl is receiving humanitarian aid and care at Shriners Children’s Philadelphia.

1 year ago

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