Helping asylum seekers in New York City
As thousands of migrants are bused north from the U.S.-Mexico border, the task of helping them has largely fallen to nonprofits and volunteers.
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New York strained by migrants caught in a broken system
Anderson Cooper reports on the busloads of men, women and children from Central and South America who have been arriving in New York City for months.
Children of immigrants on Biden administration
Four years ago when Donald Trump was about to become president, these children of immigrants in a Maryland suburb were fearful. Now, four years later, Peter Van Sant checks back in with them to see what happened and how their lives changed. With the country seemingly torn apart, have these children found hope in new leadership?
Buses from the Border | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Thousands of migrants from Central and South America have made the journey to New York City on buses chartered and paid for by the states of Texas and Arizona and the city of El Paso. Sunday, Anderson Cooper speaks with some of these migrants.
U.S. border officials report record 853 migrant deaths in past year
In addition to reporting unprecedented numbers of migrant deaths over the past years, Border Patrol has recorded a sharp increase in rescues and life-saving operations to assist migrants in distress.
Legal status of thousands of immigrants at risk
More than 337,000 immigrants from El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua could lose their ability to remain in the U.S. legally under a temporary humanitarian program. This comes after the Biden administration and immigrants' lawyers failed to forge an agreement over ways to protect them. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez discusses the situation.
Microsoft and Sony in corporate battle over Call of Duty access
Blockbuster shooting game is center of tug-of-war over Microsoft's pending $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard.
First group of Venezuelans arrive in U.S. under new immigration program
The policy is designed to discourage illegal border crossings by Venezuelan migrants, who journeyed to the U.S.-Mexico border in record numbers over the past year.
El Paso stops busing migrants to New York and Chicago
Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott is overseeing a separate effort to bus migrants released from federal border custody to Washington, D.C., New York and Chicago.
U.S. protects Ethiopian immigrants from deportation, citing civil war
Hundreds of thousands of civilians have been displaced by the civil war in Ethiopia, which has been raging since late 2020.
Migrant survivors of West Texas shooting detained by ICE
At least seven migrants were detained three weeks after twin brothers shot at them in West Texas, claiming they mistook them for wild hogs.
New York opens huge tent shelter for migrants bused up from the south
Officials say the spartan facility on an island will offer men sent up from border states a "loving and caring" waystation to plot their next moves.
Migrant arrivals strain cities' resources
The arrival of migrants in northeastern parts of the country has started to put a strain on those cities' resources. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green spoke with Jeffrey Thielman, president and CEO of the International Institute of New England, about what support is available for migrants who have made the long and difficult journey to the U.S.
Educators aim to support migrant children
Educators are taking steps to better support immigrant families and children, particularly in Martha's Vineyard, a small, wealthy Massachusetts island where migrants were flown. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak spoke with Richie Smith, superintendent of Martha's Vineyard public schools, and Leah Palmer, director of English language learning for the district.
Second Ohio Senate debate held
Senate candidates Democrat Rep. Tim Ryan and Republican J.D. Vance faced off Monday night in their second debate, clashing over the economy, immigration and abortion ahead of November’s midterm election for the pivotal Ohio Senate seat. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Youngstown, Ohio.
Greece finds dozens of naked migrants at Turkish border
The EU's border agency said it had assisted Greek authorities in providing immediate aid to the migrants, who were mainly from Afghanistan and Syria.
Judge rules new DACA policy can continue
A federal judge ruled that the current version of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, policy can temporarily continue, within limitations set by the judge. CBS News Immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins us to breaks down this decision, and also discusses his recent reporting that the number of migrant children entering the U.S. government's shelter system has reached an all-time high.
Judge keeps DACA immigration program alive for current recipients — for now
A federal judge ruled the federal policy that prevents the deportation of hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought to the U.S. as children can continue.
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Record number of unaccompanied migrant children entered U.S. shelters in 2022
The record number of unaccompanied children processed by federal officials in fiscal year 2022 is part of a broader, unprecedented influx of migrants along the southern border.
U.S. to allow Americans to sponsor Venezuelan asylum-seekers
Venezuelans who cross the U.S. border illegally could face rapid expulsion to Mexico under a recently forged agreement with the Mexican government.
Appeals court rules DACA illegal
A federal appeals court Wednesday ruled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program violates U.S. immigration law. However, the court ruled that it can remain intact for the approximately 600,000 current enrollees. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
2.2 million migrants apprehended at border over past year
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has apprehended 2.2 million migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border since August of 2021, the agency said. This comes as several Republican governors have been sending thousands of migrants to Democratically-controlled states and cities in protest of current border policies. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez discusses the situation.
Biden addresses migrant influx at U.S. border
A Texas sheriff has launched a criminal investigation into how migrants were flown to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts last week. President Biden Tuesday briefly discussed the high number of migrants arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez, and CBS News Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, joined CBS News to discuss the latest on the situation.
GOP governors moving migrants to blue states
Martha's Vineyard, known for its beaches and affluent residents, is suddenly at the center of a debate on immigration after several dozen asylum seekers arrived this week on flights from Texas that were organized by Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. CBS News' Elaine Quijano reports on their journey. Then we speak with CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez about the challenges facing the U.S. immigration system.
Taiwan accuses China of "reckless" drills as forces simulate a blockade
As Taiwan blasts China's "highly provocative and reckless" blockade rehearsal, Trump touts his relationship with Xi Jinping and says an invasion is unlikely.
Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Viral video prompts fraud probe at Minnesota day care centers
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
"Bomb cyclone" hits Midwest, takes aim at East Coast. Maps show forecast.
A powerful winter storm system moving across the Great Lakes and Northeast is bringing snow and ice, frigid temperatures and fierce wind gusts.
U.S. military conducts 30th strike on alleged drug boat, killing 2
The U.S. military has hit at least 30 alleged drug vessels in the region since early September, killing 107 people.
Transcript from closed hearing for Charlie Kirk murder suspect released
A Utah judge has ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in October over whether the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk must be shackled during court proceedings.
National Guard deploying to New Orleans as city marks 1 year since terror attack
The Guard members will stay through Carnival season, when residents and tourists descend on the Big Easy to partake in costumed celebrations and massive parades before ending with Mardi Gras.
Trump says Hamas must disarm very soon or "there will be hell to pay"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.