Tag Archives: Immigration
Human Trafficking Fighters. Also, Immigration Edition.
The White House gave the Coalition of Immokalee Workers a presidential recognition for “extraordinary efforts” to combat human trafficking. Among those efforts by the CIW, Secretary John Kerry highlighted the pioneering fair food program and the investigations that uncovered farm slavery operations across the southeast. In this program, the honoree discusses the state of modern-day […]
State of the Union.
President Obama will announce new executive actions and legislative initiatives in his State of the Union address. Top Democrat and Republican leaders respond to some of the plans, including Obama’s proposals for free community colleges, expanded paid sick leave, and universal high-speed Internet access. White House plans to expand deferred action for immigrants and restore […]
Executive Action and U and T Visas.
As part of President Obama’s executive action on immigration, the Department of Labor (DOL) can now certify applications for U and T visas for several new workplace crimes, including fraud in labor recruitment and extortion. During this program, U and T visa experts will explain what these visas are, who qualifies, and how to identify […]
Immigration Edition.
Republicans take control of both chambers of Congress for the first time in eight years and party leaders are moving to confront President Obama on a number of issues. High in the agenda is the challenge to dismantle executive action on immigration. Political and legal observers comment on the expected next steps by Congress. Guests: Vanessa […]
Peña Nieto at the White House. Also, Immigrant Detentions.
Mexico’s President Enrique Peña Nieto visits the US and meets with President Obama today. A number of groups are descending on the White House to protest the human rights crisis in Mexico and the disappearance of students in Iguala, Mexico. Guests: Ted Lewis, Human Rights, Global Exchange, San Francisco, California; Cirpriana Jurado Herrra, Solidaridad Obrera, Santa […]
Driver’s Licenses.
With only days left until the law allowing undocumented immigrants to apply for drivers licenses in California takes effect, the DMV has unveiled emergency regulations clarifying the forms of identification needed to prove residency. Beginning January 1, all immigrants in the state will be able to get a driver license. The DMV warns customers to […]
Immigration Edition.
Potential beneficiaries of President Obama’s executive action share their family stories with Republicans in Congress who attack the temporary relief. This program also includes testimony by immigrants in deportation proceedings or who have found sanctuary. A legal expert also joins the program to answer listeners questions. Guests: Angela Navarro, Desafía orden de deportación en santuario, […]
Executive Action Challenged. Also, Apparel Industry and Central American Children.
House Republicans voted to block President Obama’s executive actions on deportations and a coalition of Republican states led by Texas announced a lawsuit challenging Obama’s authority on immigration. A top representative of the White House comments on the prospects for the deportation relief program as well as its financing plans. Guest: Cecilia Muñoz, Assistant to […]
Executive Action.
After President Obama announced executive orders expanding deferred action on deportations, the expectations are high among immigrant families. What do the orders mean for immigrant families? How can they prepare to apply for administrative relief? How to avoid being victims of fraud? Also, a report and analysis on the House Judiciary Committee hearing about President […]
Executive Action: Primer.
President Obama spoke to the nation from the White House announcing executive steps to bring deportation relief for millions. He also traveled to Las Vegas, where he spoke at a high school rally trying to draw public support for his immigration plans. Experts discuss the details of the administrative action and share resources available for […]
