Category: immigration

House Passes GOP Border Security Bill, Hours Ahead of End of Title 42

The House of Representatives approved a far-reaching bill immigration and employment bill on May 11 that seeks to bolster the wall along the U.S.–Mexico border and impose stricter regulations on asylum-seekers, at a time when migrants are congregating along the border ahead of the lifting of pandemic restrictions.  The legislation, called the Secure the Border…


LIVE NOW: NTD News Today (May 11): Ankle Monitors for Some Illegal Immigrants; Manchin to Block EPA Picks to Protect Fossil Fuels

As Title 42 ends, Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced a monitoring program yesterday for illegal immigrants. Some of those facing deportation will be forced to wear ankle bracelets and abide by curfews. Democratic Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) said on May 10 that he’ll oppose all Environmental Protection Agency nominees until the agency stops implementing rules…


Royal Canadian Legion ‘Disappointed’ by Removal of Vimy Ridge Memorial Image From Passport

Following Ottawa’s unveiling of a new Canadian passport design on May 10, the Royal Canadian Legion said they are “disappointed” by the decision to remove an image of the Vimy Ridge Memorial that “signifies the sacrifices made for the very sort of freedom the passport provides.”  “The Vimy Memorial was a fundamental image, also representing…


ANALYSIS: Rumors of Biden’s Centrism Are Greatly Exaggerated, Analysts Say

News Analysis The latest media narrative about President Joe Biden is falling into place just in time for his 2024 reelection bid. Biden is tacking to the center, according to Politico, The New York Times, The Guardian, and other outlets. Journalists have cited his approval in March of Alaska’s Willow Oil Project, albeit on a…


Ireland, Once a Magical Place, Is Fast Becoming a Monstrous One

Commentary I was born and raised in the west of Ireland. I have fond memories of long evenings playing in the fields, weekend getaways to places such as Clare, Cork, and Donegal. I also have fond memories of watching my parents laugh with the neighbors, looking on as they engaged in some good old Irish…


Biden Admin ‘Building Lawful Pathways’ for Immigrants After Title 42 Ends: Mayorkas

As the end of Title 42 nears, the Biden administration is encouraging immigrants to take up more legal pathways to enter the country, or face new and expedited deportation processes. Such deportation processes are set to come with the implementation of a new rule the administration is set to finalize soon. The rule would deny asylum…


Housing Supply Not Keeping Up With Immigration, Rents Soar

News Analysis Housing supply is not keeping up with a rapidly growing population and the problem is worsening in 2023, with a downturn in home building underway due largely to higher interest rates. The government’s higher immigration targets and record-breaking year for processing immigration applications are putting greater strains primarily on the rental market. Canada’s…


McCarthy’s New Bill Stuns White House

The Biden administration responds to Republicans’ plan to slash spending and raise the debt ceiling. What’s next after Speaker Kevin McCarthy scores a win in the House? Chaos at the border is expected to grow as a key immigration enforcement measure expires in two weeks. Find out more about the dueling plans released Thursday from the White House…


America Needs a Transfusion

America needs a transfusion. One third of its population, having lost what Alexis de Tocqueville most admired about America—self-responsibility—should be replaced with new blood. We need people who are entrepreneurial, educated, skilled—qualities that built this great nation. It’s not a joke (except that “transfusion” could be “infusion”). Already, 71 percent of all Silicon Valley workers…


Capitol Report: Are Americans ‘Misled’ About Ukraine War?; SCOTUS Lifts Restriction on Abortion Pill for Now

The man arrested for allegedly leaking top-secret military documents appeared in court for the first time Friday. A former FBI whistleblower joins us to weigh in. The Supreme Court acts on abortion. How does the Biden administration ask the high court to intervene, as lower courts curb access to an abortion pill in question? The…