Some "Alligator Alcatraz" detainees are DACA recipients, have no criminal history
Some "Alligator Alcatraz" detainees are among the more than half a million recipients of the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy, or DACA.
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DACA recipient detained by ICE speaks out
The roundup of undocumented immigrants was supposed to focus on what the administration calls the "worst of the worst" criminals. But as Lilia Luciano reports, some detainees have no criminal record at all.
Supreme Court considers future of "Dreamers"
There are protests in major cities in support of the DACA program, which enabled immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children to remain and work in the U.S. The Supreme Court heard arguments on the program as thousands await a decision. Jan Crawford reports.
Supreme Court hears arguments on DACA
More than 700,000 young immigrants who grew up in the U.S. could be at risk of deportation if the Supreme Court doesn't rule in their favor. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains how President Trump's termination of the Obama-era DACA program could affect "Dreamers" across the U.S.
Supreme Court tackles DACA dispute
The Supreme Court will hear arguments that could decide the fate of 700,000 young undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children. The Trump administration is fighting to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to discuss the impact this could have on thousands of "Dreamers."
Court's DACA decision could “erase everything”
Supreme Court justices will hear arguments Tuesday in a challenge to the Trump administration’s effort to end the DACA program, which shields nearly 700,000 young immigrants from deportation. Carter Evans spoke to former Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, who oversaw DACA during the Obama administration. He also talked with a student whose future hinges on the courts decision.
Supreme Court weighs fate of DACA program
The Supreme Court hears arguments Tuesday on the DACA program, which could lead to the deportation of nearly 700,000 young immigrants known as "Dreamers." The program protects undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, but President Trump ordered an end to it two years ago. Lower courts blocked that move. Jan Crawford reports.
Supreme Court hears case on DACA
The future of young immigrant "Dreamers" will be up to the Supreme Court as it hears arguments over the legality of President Trump's termination of the Obama-era DACA program. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains how undocumented immigrants could be affected.
DACA recipient and father of 3 deported to Mexico despite valid documentation
The 39-year-old was deported last month after he left the U.S. and traveled to Mexico to visit his grandfather's grave.
Rep. Roy on Trump call to protect "Dreamers"
President-elect Donald Trump says he wants a deal to protect "Dreamers," undocumented immigrants brought into the country as children. That's despite his plans to conduct mass deportations when he takes office in January. Republican Rep. Chip Roy of Texas joins "America Decides" to discuss Trump's immigration agenda.
Biden immigration plan to see challenges
President Biden announced an immigration plan Tuesday to offer legal status to half a million undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Biden adviser unpacks new immigration program
The White House's new program impacting undocumented spouses is the second time in a month President Biden took executive action on immigration. He previously restricted asylum claims along the southern border. Senior Biden adviser Tom Perez joins "America Decides" with more on the president's plan.
Biden's undocumented spouses plan: What to know
President Biden unveiled sweeping new action Tuesday to offer legal protections to roughly 500,000 undocumented migrants nationwide. The new plan is the largest expansion of immigration policy since "DACA," or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, during the Obama years. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Weijia Jiang have the latest.
Biden program for 500,000 immigrants
President Biden announced Tuesday a large-scale program to provide legal status and a path to citizenship for about 500,000 undocumented immigrants married to American citizens. The program could also impact "Dreamers," or the hundreds of thousands who were brought to the U.S. as children. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Breaking down Biden's new immigration order
President Biden is set to unveil a sweeping immigration relief program that would offer legal protections to hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more details on the program.
Biden to unveil major immigration program
President Biden is set to unveil a sweeping immigration relief program that would offer legal status to hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
On its 12th anniversary, DACA is on the ropes as election looms
Dreamers who advocated for the implementation of DACA in 2012 continue to fight for the program, whose future remains uncertain.
Biden considers protections for some migrants
CBS News has confirmed the White House is exploring protections for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens less than a week after President Biden signed an executive order restricting asylum seekers at the southern border. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
DACA recipients to get healthcare access
In November, thousands of DACA recipients will receive access to healthcare under the Affordable Care Act. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang breaks down the news.
Analyzing the Latino vote in the 2024 race
A new survey suggests Latino voters want more aggressive action when it comes to immigration. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down the findings.
What the new DACA ruling means for "Dreamers"
A federal judge in Texas once again ruled the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program -- or DACA -- is illegal. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins "Prime Time" to discuss what the decision means for hundreds of thousands of immigrants in the U.S.
Appeals expected after DACA ruled unlawful
A federal judge on Wednesday again declared the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) immigration program unlawful, though he refrained from ordering officials to terminate deportation protections and work permits for 580,000 immigrant "Dreamers." CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Federal judge again declares DACA immigration policy unlawful
While he declared the program unlawful, Judge Andrew Hanen allowed 580,000 DACA recipients to continue working and living legally in the U.S.
DACA program faces cancellation in hearing
A judge in Texas is hearing oral arguments over whether the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA, is legal. The Obama-era policy allows qualified applicants who were brought to the U.S. as children to apply for renewable work permits and a temporary pardon from deportation. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
U.S. to admit nearly 40,000 migrants monthly
Homeland Security officials say the U.S. plans to expand the processing of asylum seekers along the southern border by admitting nearly 40,000 migrants at official crossings each month. The process, beginning this month, will allow migrants waiting in Mexico to make an appointment through the government mobile app CBP One. Officials plan to issue over 1,200 appointments per day. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Hurricane Erin likely to grow and bring dangerous rip currents to East Coast
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
House committee to make Epstein files public after Justice Department subpoena
The House Oversight Committee intends to release the documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, a spokesperson said.
Maps show Ukrainian territories claimed by Russia
Russian troops currently control about 20% of Ukrainian territory, but the Ukrainian constitution forbids giving up territory or trading land.
Venezuela deploying millions of militia after "outlandish threats" by U.S.
The U.S. military has also reportedly deployed several vessels to the southern Caribbean, as part of President Trump's crackdown on Latin American drug cartels.
Trump working to arrange a summit between Putin, Zelenskyy
President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's talks.
FDA warns some Walmart shrimp carry risk of radioactive contamination
Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.
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U.S. strikes deportation deals with Honduras and Uganda, documents show
The U.S. has expanded its campaign to persuade countries to aid its crackdown on illegal immigration by accepting deportations of migrants who are not their own citizens.
Hurricane Erin forces Outer Banks evacuations; East Coast beaches close
Hurricane Erin is forcing evacuations on North Carolina's Outer Banks as it threatens to whip up wild waves and tropical force winds.
State Department revokes over 6,000 student visas
More than a million foreign students study in the U.S. each year.