Dozens of clergy members protest outside Newark ICE facility
Dozens of clergy members gathered outside the Delaney Hall ICE facility in Newark, saying they intended to block access to the facility until they were arrested.
NYC Council sues Mayor Adams over ICE’s return to Rikers Island
The New York City Council is suing Mayor Eric Adams over his executive order allowing federal immigration officials to return to Rikers Island. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, accuses the mayor of abusing his power and participating in a "corrupt bargain" with the Trump administration.
Trump administration pulls $188M in migrant aid from NYC
The Trump administration has canceled $188 million in FEMA grants meant to reimburse New York City for sheltering migrants, claiming the funds supported illegal immigration.
Protests at Columbia after university agrees to Trump administration demands
Protestors gathered at Columbia University after the school agreed to several demands from the Trump administration to restore $400 million in federal funding.
Judge orders Mahmoud Khalil's case move to NJ after detention letter
Following Mahmoud Khalil breaking his silence in a letter from a Louisiana detention center, a New York federal judge has ordered his case be transferred to New Jersey.
Navy destroyer deployed to support US-Mexico border mission
A U.S. Navy destroyer has been deployed to help "restore territorial integrity at the U.S. southern border" as part of President Trump's executive orders, officials said.
Second Columbia protester arrested, another student 'self-deports'
Immigration officials have arrested a second Columbia University protester involved in the 2024 protests, while another ‘self-deported’ after having her student visa revoked.
Dept. of Justice subpoenas Manhattan hotels in migrant shelter investigation
Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed at least two hotels in New York City, demanding a list of individuals residing there and details on funding sources for New York City’s migrant shelter programs.
Trump's border czar Tom Homan: 'You're not gonna stop us, New York'
The meeting is expected to focus on immigration and border security issues as part of ongoing discussions surrounding federal immigration policies.
Undocumented woman shares fear of being deported: 'I wasn't even aware of my status'
As President Trump’s deportation efforts intensify in NYC, one woman in her 20s shares her story of being brought to the U.S. as an infant and living in fear of deportation.
Mayor Adams moves to allow ICE agents on Rikers Island in sanctuary city policy shift
Mayor Eric Adams plans to allow ICE agents back on Rikers Island, reversing NYC’s sanctuary policies. Adams says the move will target violent criminals and gangs.
Dept. of Justice suing Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York over immigration policy
The Department of Justice has filed charges against the state of New York and Governor Kathy Hochul for allegedly failing to comply with federal law by shielding illegal immigrants, new Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Wednesday.
Migrant crossings at US-Canada border drop amid immigration policy change
Migrant apprehensions at the U.S.-Canada border fell 60% in late 2024. Some are crediting the Trump administration's immigration policies, while others point to Biden administration changes and the weather.
Cardinal Dolan fires back at VP J.D. Vance over immigration policy comments
Vice President J.D. Vance is facing backlash from Cardinal Timothy Dolan after Vance accused Catholic bishops of profiting from immigration aid.
Trump administration targets NYC, other sanctuary cities in federal funding freeze
New Attorney General Pam Bondi has made one of her first moves to pause federal funding for sanctuary cities in the United States, including New York City.
