Just have a minute? Here are the top stories you need to know about immigration. This summary was featured in Documented’s Early Arrival newsletter. You can subscribe to receive it in your inbox three times per week here.
Washington D.C.
How the politics of immigration shifted right under Trump:
Even Democrats are dropping their longstanding insistence that any border clampdown must be coupled with a systemic overhaul. — POLITICO
J.D. Vance left his Venmo public. Here’s what it shows:
The Republican vice presidential nominee’s Venmo network reveals connections ranging from the architects of Project 2025 to enemies of Donald Trump — and the populist’s close ties to the very elites he rails against. — Wired
USCIS issues policy guidance on children’s acquisition of citizenship:
The guidance clarifies that a U.S. citizen parent may meet the requirement of physical presence in the United States before the child’s birth while in any immigration status, or no status. — USCIS
Biden-Harris Administration announces new actions to expand opportunities for Latino communities:
The administration established a new initiative and board of advisers to help Hispanic-Serving Institutions grow. — White House
New York
Parole in Place program for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, when and how to apply:
What does parole in place mean for those seeking permanent residency? Who qualifies for parole in place? What evidence is required? — Read Documented’s glossary resource
Around the U.S.
The myth of migrant crime:
There is no migrant crime surge. In fact, U.S. rates of crime and immigration have moved in opposite directions in recent years. — The New York Times
Housing provider for unaccompanied migrant children engaged in sexual abuse and harassment, DOJ says:
The largest housing provider for unaccompanied migrant children allegedly engaged in “severe, pervasive” sexual abuse and harassment of children in its care over the past eight years. — AP News
The workers who feed America are going hungry:
Climate change is escalating a national crisis, leaving farmworkers with empty plates and mounting costs. — Gizmodo
