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Immigration Policy

Stranded in Mexico: Afghan Asylum Seekers in Limbo After CBP One Shutdown

Hundreds of Afghan migrants face uncertainty after the U.S. abruptly shuts down CBP One, canceling asylum appointments and leaving them in legal limbo.

Fatema HosseiniFebruary 4, 2025

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Immigration Policy

A People’s Agenda for Immigration Under Trump

Chicagoans share the immigration policies and changes they will be working toward during President Trump’s second term.

Aydali Campa, Fatema Hosseini and Katrina PhamJanuary 20, 2025

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Immigration Policy

City Council Blocks Effort to Weaken Chicago’s ‘Welcoming’ Ordinance

Ald. Raymond Lopez and Silvana Tabares' proposal would have reinstated a controversial practice of allowing police to cooperate with federal immigration agents.

Fatema HosseiniJanuary 16, 2025

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Immigration Policy

How Trump Made Gains Among Chinatown Voters

Donald Trump’s increased support in Chinatown reflects a broader national trend driven by misinformation, economic frustration and shifts in social values, community leaders say.

Fatema HosseiniJanuary 14, 2025

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Immigration Policy

Veteran Reflects on Military Service and Afghanistan’s Legacy with Afghan Journalist

Throughout his two decades of service, Kevin Burke was deployed several times to Afghanistan, Iraq and Africa. The experience shaped his perspective on Afghan people fighting for freedom against the Taliban.

Fatema HosseiniDecember 3, 2024

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Immigration Policy

How Immigrant Communities Are Feeling as They Cast Their Vote for President

As voters head to the polls, immigrant communities share what’s at stake for them this election.

Aydali Campa, Katrina Pham and Fatema HosseiniNovember 5, 2024

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Health Immigration Policy

Chicago Will End Troubled Staffing Contract, Merge Homeless, Migrant Systems By 2025

The new system will offer 6,800 beds despite a projected need for 11,000 spaces for all Chicagoans experiencing homelessness.

Katrina Pham and Fatema HosseiniOctober 21, 2024

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Environment Health Immigration Policy

Chicago’s Largest Migrant Shelter Shutters After Troubling Year

City officials' decision to consolidate city-run migrant shelters comes as the number of residents has dwindled and fewer asylum seekers are arriving in Chicago.

Fatema Hosseini and Aydali CampaOctober 1, 2024