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politics21 days ago•6 min saved

California Faces Wave of Chinese EVs as Congress Considers Crackdown

A flood of low-cost Chinese-made cars is entering California through Mexican border crossings under temporary visitor rules, bypassing US safety and emissions standards and sparking a bipartisan push in Congress to tighten or ban such imports. Federal agencies say these vehicles aren’t formally imported, but lawmakers worry about data security, intellectual property, and the impact on American manufacturing as the issue moves to Washington.

via New York Post|

#california #china #electric-vehicles

world8 months ago•6 min saved

Canadian Travelers Avoid U.S. Amid Political Tensions and Border Concerns

Canadian tourism to the US has sharply declined due to political tensions, affecting local economies in border states like Vermont, which is making symbolic gestures to attract Canadians back, but many Canadians remain hesitant to visit until stability improves.

via Business Insider|

#canadian-tourists #economic-impact #political-tensions

immigration9 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Court Halts Deportation of Guatemalan Children Amidst Repatriation Disputes

A U.S. federal judge temporarily halted the deportation of hundreds of unaccompanied Guatemalan children, who were on the verge of being expelled without proper legal procedures, after a rushed operation by the U.S. government. The court's decision prevents their removal for 14 days to allow legal discussions, highlighting concerns over procedural fairness and the children's safety.

via NPR|

#court-ruling #deportation #guatemalan-children

world9 months ago•3 min saved

U.S. Unauthorized Immigrant Population Reaches 14 Million in 2023

The unauthorized immigrant population in the U.S. reached a record 14 million in 2023, driven by migration from countries beyond Mexico, following the easing of Trump-era restrictions by the Biden administration, which led to increased border crossings and a political backlash as the number continues to rise into 2024.

via Axios|

#biden-administration #immigration #pew-research

world9 months ago•3 min saved

Canadian Visits to the U.S. Decline Significantly

Fewer Canadians are traveling to the U.S. this year, with a nearly 37% drop in return trips in July and a 17% decrease in visits from January to May, largely due to strained political relations and tariffs, impacting local businesses and the broader tourism economy.

via NPR|

#canada #canada-us-relations #economic-impact

world9 months ago•1 min saved

US Border Phone Searches Reach Record Highs, Sparking Privacy Concerns

Customs and Border Protection agents in the US searched nearly 15,000 devices at the border from April to June 2025, marking a 17% increase from previous records, highlighting ongoing concerns over privacy and border security powers.

via WIRED|

#cbp #immigration #phone-searches

public-health-and-agriculture10 months ago•2 min saved

U.S. Implements Fly-Borne Strategy and Closes Borders to Combat Screwworm Spread

Due to the northward spread of New World Screwworm in Mexico, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has ordered the immediate closure of livestock ports along the southern border to prevent the pest's entry, as efforts to control and eradicate the disease are ongoing in Mexico.

via USDA (.gov)|

#agricultural-safety #livestock-trade #mexico

crime1 year ago

Customs Seize $18M in Counterfeit Gibson Guitars at LA Port

U.S. border agents have confiscated 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars, highlighting ongoing issues with intellectual property violations and the import of fake goods. This seizure underscores the challenges faced by authorities in preventing the entry of counterfeit products into the country.

via The New York Times|

#counterfeit-goods #crime #customs-seizure

immigration1 year ago•2 min saved

Border Crossings Drop 25% After Biden's New Asylum Policy

Encounters with unauthorized migrants at the U.S. border dropped 9% in May compared to April, with a 17% decrease from the same month last year. This decline comes ahead of new asylum restrictions announced by President Biden, who is under pressure to show effective immigration control. The Tucson, San Diego, and El Paso sectors reported the highest numbers of encounters, mostly involving single adults and Mexican nationals. Civil rights groups have criticized the new restrictions, warning they could lead to more dangerous border crossings.

via NPR|

#asylum-restrictions #biden-administration #immigration

immigration2 years ago•5 min saved

"Biden's Asylum Policy Sparks Uncertainty and Democratic Dissent"

Migrants are facing uncertainty and fear as the Biden administration enforces a new rule halting asylum processing when daily arrests for illegal crossings exceed 2,500. The first deportations under this rule have begun, affecting individuals from various countries including Mexico, Ecuador, and India. The measure will remain in place until daily arrests fall below 1,500 for a week. Many migrants, like Abigail Castillo and Sergio Franco, continue to hope for asylum despite the new restrictions, while others struggle with the overwhelmed CBP One app for legal entry.

via The Associated Press|

#asylum #biden-administration #deportation

national-news2 years ago•9 min saved

New U.S. Border Rules for Dogs May Disrupt Summer Travel Plans

Starting August 1, 2024, new CDC rules will require travelers bringing dogs into the U.S. to submit vet-approved documentation proving the dog is healthy, microchipped, and vaccinated against rabies. The process includes submitting forms days in advance, making spontaneous trips difficult. The changes aim to keep the U.S. rabies-free and address concerns over fraudulent documentation.

via Vancouver Sun|

#cdc #dog-travel #national-news

travel2 years ago•6 min saved

New U.S. Border Rules for Dogs May Disrupt Summer Travel Plans

Stricter U.S. border regulations for dogs, effective August 1, could disrupt summer travel plans for Windsor-Essex residents. The new CDC rules require dogs entering the U.S. to be healthy, at least six months old, microchipped, and accompanied by a specific form and a rabies vaccination certificate signed by a veterinarian within 30 days before entry. These changes may complicate spontaneous travel and veterinary care across the border.

via Windsor Star|

#cdc #dogs #rabies-vaccination

national-security2 years ago•4 min saved

"ISIS-K's Threat: Potential for Moscow-Style Attack on US Border"

A US counter-terrorism official and experts have warned that ISIS-K terrorists could exploit the chaos at the US-Mexico border to carry out an attack similar to the Moscow concert hall mass shooting. With a sharp rise in encounters with suspects on the FBI’s terror watchlist at the border, concerns about ISIS-K operatives slipping through undetected are growing. While experts believe Europe is more likely to be targeted, the porous US borders present a substantial terror risk, with fears that sympathizers already in the US may be preparing to conduct a terror strike on the group’s behalf.

via New York Post |

#counter-terrorism #isis-k #moscow-style-attack

us-immigration2 years ago•1 min saved

"Judge Affirms Biden's Program Granting Short-Term Legal Status to Certain Immigrants"

A federal judge has upheld the Biden administration's program that provides temporary legal status to citizens of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, despite opposition from Texas and other Republican-led states. The program aims to discourage illegal crossings at the southern U.S. border, and the judge's decision noted a significant decrease in border crossings by nationals from the included countries. This ruling is seen as a victory for the White House and a setback for Texas in its efforts to influence immigration policy.

via The New York Times|

#biden-administration #immigration-policy #judge-drew-b-tipton

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Immigration Politics and Tragedy: Impact on Georgia's Community"

The killing of a Georgia nursing student has become a focal point in U.S. immigration politics, with former President Trump blaming President Biden's border policies for the tragedy and using it as a campaign issue. The debate over the nation's immigration system has intensified amid a surge in migration, with Trump and other Republicans ramping up anti-immigrant rhetoric. Democrats have expressed sorrow for the victim's death and criticized Trump for exploiting the tragedy for political gain. Studies have shown that immigrants are less likely to commit violent crimes than native-born citizens, but the issue remains a contentious one in U.S. politics.

via PBS NewsHour|

#biden #crime #immigration