Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said that the country’s violent criminal gangs and drug cartels are “respectful people” who “respect the citizenry.” The president added that they mostly just kill each other. The Mexican president’s claims are at odds with the reality of millions of Mexicans who live in areas dominated by drug cartels and…

A San Diego city official has labeled the city as the “new epicenter” for the border crisis, citing a surge in illegal crossings and migrants’ arrivals by boat. San Diego District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond criticized California’s policies, saying that the states actions have contributed to the crisis. “San Diego is the new epicenter for…

A recent poll conducted by The Harris Poll indicated that just over half of Americans endorse the idea of mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. According to the survey results, 51% of Americans, including 42% of Democrats and 68% of Republicans, expressed support for deporting immigrants in large numbers. The poll also highlighted that 30% of…

The House passed a foreign aid package on Saturday, April 20, a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., as he managed dissent within his own party and turned to Democratic colleagues for support. The $95 billion package, divided across four bills, supports Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, replenishes U.S. arms, and includes measures to seize Russian assets and…

Last year, more than 500,000 people crossed the Darién Gap on the Panama-Colombia border, a major route for U.S.-bound migrants. This jungle route is a critical issue for politicians in Central and South America as well as the U.S. For José Raúl Mulino, a Panamanian presidential frontrunner, addressing it could be key to winning office.…

The Senate took little time to dismiss impeachment charges against the Secretary of Homeland Security. A volcano erupted in Indonesia, prompting evacuations and fears of a tsunami. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, April 18, 2024. Senate dismissed articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Mayorkas The Senate quickly voted to dismiss…

There are 51 million immigrants in America, more than any other time in U.S. history. That number includes migrants here legally and illegally. That number is larger than the individual populations of 33 states, according to the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS). Immigrants now make up more than 15.5% of the total U.S. population, which…

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is focusing on immigration, trade and the fentanyl crisis as he enters the final six months of his presidency. In an interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes,” López Obrador discussed his ongoing influence on the future of U.S.-Mexico relations and his vision for the coming months. After a record-breaking influx…

Hours after the Supreme Court rules that Texas’ immigration law can take effect, it is now back on hold. And, charges have been dropped against the father of a late Marine who was arrested at the State of the Union. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Texas immigration…

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday, March 19, that Texas enforce a new law allowing state and local police to arrest migrants, for now. The conservative-majority court reportedly rejected an emergency request by the Biden administration, which claimed states have no authority to legislate on immigration, an issue the federal government has sole authority…