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 Democrats will try to block Trump’s promise of mass deportations:
Six Democratic state attorneys general have said they have a strategy for countering Trump’s incoming deportation policies. — Politico
Immigration and LGBTQIA+ advocates alarmed by Donald Trump’s cabinet picks:
Donald Trump’s cabinet picks have nonprofits serving LGBTQIA and immigrant communities worried for their safety — and future. — Prism
New York
City Hall moves to wind down separate shelter system for migrants:
New York City aims to return all control of shelter operations, including asylum-seeking shelters, to the Department of Homeless Services by June 2026. — THE CITY
Chinatown vendor tallies neighborhood’s decline in $1 plastic bracelets:
A vendor in Chinatown struggles to make a living as shoppers move their business online and seek cheap alternatives to his intricate crafts. — The New York Times
City to launch ‘Centralized Mail Center’ for migrants in shelters:
Mayor Eric Adams announced the launch of a “centralized mail center” for those residing in, and exiting, the shelter system. Missing critical mail has been a frequent issue. — City Limits
A crumbling Syracuse mansion will get new life housing incoming refugees:
Interfaith Works, a human services nonprofit, aims to refurbish a historic mansion in Syracuse to house incoming refugees. They hope to begin housing new clients by 2026. — Syracuse.com
Around the U.S.
Immigrants across the U.S. rush to prepare for Trump crackdown:
Trump’s promise to begin deportations on Day 1 of his presidency has left many immigrants racing for legal help. — The New York Times.
Most Americans say undocumented immigrants should be able to stay legally under certain conditions:
A Pew Research survey finds most people believe undocumented immigrants should have a way to stay in the country legally. — Pew Research
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New Jersey braces for rapid expansion of immigration detention, starting December:
The ACLU has obtained documents revealing ICE’s plan to expand immigration detention centers throughout New Jersey. Advocates fear the state may become ground zero for Trump’s deportation plans. — New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice
Arizona immigrants fear return to mass arrests as state passes ‘secure our border’ act:
Voters approved proposition 314, which makes crossing the US-Mexico border without authorization a state crime. — The Guardian
