Latest "Immigration" stories

Abdul Wasi Safi smiles after a news conference Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in Houston.

Afghan soldier Abdul Wasi Safi, once detained at border, wins asylum

It's almost a year since Wasi said he turned himself in to border patrol agents to declare asylum but was charged with entering the U.S. illegally.

By Allison P. Erickson

3 weeks ago

Texas sends National Guard death benefits bill to governor

The legislation gives guaranteed death benefits to Texas National Guard troops at the border, putting them on par with benefits offered to law enforcement.

By James Barragán, The Texas Tribune

5 months ago

These Marine units are deploying to the southern border

Approximately 550 Marines are heading to the southern border amid the end of pandemic-era immigration restrictions.

By Irene Loewenson

5 months ago

US, Mexico agree on tighter immigration policies at border

The officials are opening up other pathways ahead of an expected increase in migrants following the end of coronavirus pandemic restrictions.

5 months ago

Illinois National Guard to help care for arriving migrants

Illinois' governor called up members of the Illinois National Guard to help organize shelter, food and medical care for migrants arriving from Texas.

13 months ago

Pentagon rejects DC request for National Guard migrant help — again

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejected a similar D.C. request earlier this month.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

14 months ago