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.
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order, calling it ‘blatantly unconstitutional’:
U.S. District Judge John Coughenour issued a temporary restraining order against the executive order signed by Trump that purports to limit birthright citizenship — long guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. — ABC News
Trump shuts off access to asylum, plans to send 10,000 troops to border:
A briefing document provides an early glimpse into the real-world application of Trump’s executive orders on immigration and the border. — The Washington Post
Interview with the bishop who asked Trump directly from the pulpit to show mercy to immigrants:
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde asked Trump to show mercy for the vulnerable people targeted by his policies. Trump insulted the bishop and demanded an apology. — MSNBC
New York
Immigrants detained by NYC DOC could take part in $92.5M payout:
Immigrants detained in the NYC Department of Corrections between April 1, 1997 and Dec. 21, 2012 due to an ICE detainer may be eligible for a settlement payment. — Documented
Trump halts refugee program, seeks to terminate Temporary Protected Status:
One executive order has led to the immediate suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. Another aims to reinstate Remain in Mexico and terminate Temporary Protected Status. — Documented
A stubborn belief in the American dream continues to fuel migration:
We interviewed 32 African migrants in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan, all who arrived in the past two years. Like other migrant communities from Asia and Latin America, they were drawn here by promises of work and an easier life. — Documented
Do you know where your Social Security Card is? How to request a replacement:
Replacing your lost Social Security Card is essential not only for finding employment and managing finances, but also for protecting yourself from identity theft. — Documented
Ultimate guide to 2025 Lunar New Year celebrations in NYC:
Check out this guide for 30 must-do activities during Lunar New Year in NYC from parades to festivities and free performances. — Documented
Around the U.S.
ICYMI — Stephen Miller-founded group, America First Legal, launched a platform for anyone to report undocumented immigrants and people helping them:
“The ‘Sanctuary Strongholds’ webpage will help Americans identify those responsible for imposing and maintaining illegal sanctuary policies so that appropriate legal action may be taken to hold them accountable,” states a Dec. 2024 announcement of the platform. — Read more here
Welcome Corps suspends accepting and processing applications for refugees:
The group that works to welcome refugees is suspending new efforts in the wake of President Trump’s executive order on “Realigning the United States Refugee Admissions Program.” — See the announcement here
