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Christmas Without Dad: A Family's Fight Against Immigration Policies

December 25, 2025

In San Francisco, a family is facing a Christmas without their loved one due to immigration policies. Roxana, a mother of three, is struggling to keep her family together after her partner, Joel, was detained by immigration agents. The couple, both from Honduras, had built a life in the US, working

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Family Facing Tough Choices Under New Immigration Rules

December 12, 2025

The Vargas family found themselves in a tough spot. They were told they could either leave the U. S. and go back to Colombia or face serious consequences. This included being separated from their young daughter and possibly going to jail. The family had already tried to stay by applying for visas, c

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U. S. Citizens' Spouses Face Shocking Green Card Interview Outcomes

November 27, 2025

Last week, couples in San Diego went to a federal building for green card interviews. They thought this was the last step to live together in the U. S. permanently. But things took a surprising turn. Each couple had one American and one foreign spouse. Stephen Paul brought his British wife and thei

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A Mother's Tough Choice: Working Abroad for a Better Life

October 21, 2025

In a small village in the Philippines, Marian Duhapa, a 32-year-old mother, faces a heartbreaking decision. She must leave her baby daughter Quinn behind to work in Taiwan. This is not an easy choice, but it is necessary. Marian needs to support her family of 11. Life in the Philippines is tough. Ev

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An 82-Year-Old's Shocking Journey After Losing His Green Card

July 20, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, an elderly man from Allentown, Pennsylvania, found himself in Guatemala after a routine visit to an immigration office. Luis Leon, who had lived in the U. S. for nearly 40 years, went to replace his lost green card but ended up being deported without his family's know

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A Scholar's Struggle: Parenting from Behind Bars

June 28, 2025

Badar Khan Suri, a scholar from Georgetown University, found himself in a tough spot. He was held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for months. During this time, he had to get creative to stay connected with his three kids. He told his twin sons a story about being lost in the clouds, try

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The Unseen Battle for Mahmoud Khalil's Freedom

June 14, 2025

Mahmoud Khalil, a well-known activist from Columbia University, is currently stuck in a legal battle that has sparked national debate. Khalil, who has been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is fighting to regain his freedom. A federal judge in New Jersey recently ruled that the Trump

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Haitian Families Face Uncertainty After New Travel Rules

June 7, 2025

In the heart of Haiti, a young boy named Brad Mertens Joseph faces a tough battle. He was born with a heart condition that makes walking a challenge and keeps him in diapers. His parents had found hope in a plan for life-saving surgery in Akron, Ohio. This plan was set in motion by a helpful nonprof

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Unseen Arrests: Families Torn Apart in Immigration Courts

May 24, 2025

The recent wave of arrests in immigration courts has sent shockwaves through communities. Federal agents have been targeting individuals right after their court hearings, leading to sudden separations. This has left families in disbelief and fear. The scene is chaotic. One moment, a person is in co

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Routine Check-ins Turned into Unexpected Arrests

April 24, 2025

The United States immigration system has always been a complex web of rules and regulations. However, recent events have shown that even routine check-ins can lead to unexpected arrests. This has left many immigrants and their families in a state of uncertainty and fear. Take the case of Jo