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Federal regulators issued joint guidance urging banks and credit unions to more closely vet loans to undocumented immigrants, citing elevated credit risk from possible deportation or job loss and suggesting verification of work authorization, while warning about concentrations in areas or industries affected by enforcement.
The Department of Homeland Security is evaluating allegations that Rep. Eric Swalwell hired a Brazilian nanny without lawful work authorization, a claim surfacing as he faces sexual-misconduct accusations and a separate Manhattan DA investigation; the claim is based on a 68-page immigration complaint by conservative filmmaker Joel Gilbert, whose work on Obama conspiracy theories is noted, and it has prompted bipartisan talk of potential sanctions and further scrutiny.
USCIS has referred allegations that Rep. Eric Swalwell illegally hired a Brazilian nanny without valid work authorization to DHS law enforcement for investigation, widening tensions with the Trump administration amid Swalwell’s broader troubles including sexual-misconduct allegations and a separate mortgage-fraud probe; the nanny reportedly worked for Swalwell after her permit expired in 2022, received a 2024 Department of Labor approval, and Swalwell’s campaign paid tens of thousands of dollars in 2021–22, according to the New York Post. Swalwell and his attorney did not comment.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the arrest of Rafael Andres Rubio Bohorquez, a Venezuelan national with no work authorization who was employed by the New York City Council. He entered the U.S. on a B2 visa in 2017 and has a prior assault arrest. DHS officials framed the case in the context of sanctuary city policies and broader immigration enforcement, citing other cases of illegal aliens in government roles in Illinois and Des Moines.
A reserve police officer in Maine, who was approved to work by the federal government through DHS's E-Verify system, was arrested by ICE for overstaying his visa and attempting to purchase a firearm, prompting an investigation into the hiring process and federal verification procedures.
Denver's Democratic mayor, Mike Johnston, pleads for federal aid to address the migrant crisis overwhelming the city, stating that Denver is "close to its breaking point." The city has welcomed almost 40,000 migrants in the last year, leading to challenges in providing resources and support. Residents express concerns about the strain on public services, education, and public safety, calling for action from federal and state leaders. The mayor emphasizes the need for work authorization and resources at the border, while residents hope for change and impact on future elections.
The Biden administration's decision to grant special status to nearly 500,000 Venezuelan migrants will have a significant impact on New York City, where thousands of immigrants will now be eligible to legally apply for work and move out of taxpayer-funded shelters. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul, both Democrats, see this as a much-needed reprieve that could help migrants in city care transition to independent housing more quickly. However, there are concerns about the practical and political implications of this decision, including the potential for increased immigration and the strain it may put on the city's housing crisis. Republicans argue that the policy will worsen the border crisis and Democrats are concerned about the political implications in upcoming elections.
The Biden administration has expanded humanitarian relief for Venezuelans in the United States, allowing hundreds of thousands more individuals to be eligible for work permits. This move is likely to appease New York City officials who have been calling for work authorization for certain migrants. The expansion of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans residing in the US on or before July 31 will provide temporary protection from removal and employment authorization. New York Governor Kathy Hochul praised the federal government's action and expressed readiness to sign people up for work authorization. The Biden administration has been dealing with a growing number of Venezuelans arriving at the US southern border, and discussions on Venezuela were held between President Biden and Brazil's President Lula da Silva.
The Biden administration is concerned that New York City is not adequately addressing its migrant problem, as a federal assessment found deficiencies in the city's handling of over 100,000 migrants who have arrived in the past year. Officials say the city lacks an exit strategy for migrants in its shelter system, potentially overshadowing the administration's immigration accomplishments. New York City Mayor Eric Adams acknowledges the difficulty in coping with the increasing number of migrants, calling it an issue that could "destroy" the city. The city argues that the federal government should take more meaningful action, while federal and city officials are working on collaboration efforts, including providing information to migrants on work authorization and asylum claims.
A coalition of civic, business, and union leaders in New York is pressuring the Biden administration to address the worsening migrant crisis in the city. Mayor Eric Adams held a rally calling for expedited work authorization for asylum seekers, joined by union leaders, state lawmakers, and migrants. Governor Kathy Hochul also met with White House officials to push for more support. Over 2,900 new asylum seekers arrived in New York in one week, adding to the 60,000 migrants still in the city's care. The influx has strained resources and prompted calls for federal assistance.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Biden administration are at odds over the issue of work authorization for asylum seekers in the city's shelter system. The administration claims that a rule requiring asylum seekers to wait 180 days before applying for work authorization limits their ability to act, and changing the law would require an act of Congress. Adams has proposed granting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to certain nationalities, such as Venezuelans, to allow them to apply for work permits instantly. However, the administration is hesitant to grant TPS to recent arrivals unless there are new crises in their home countries. Adams has also called for faster processing times for work permits and for the federal government to provide more support to cities like New York that are sheltering migrants. Governor Kathy Hochul has also urged the federal government to expedite work authorizations and provide financial assistance to the state and city.
Gov. Maura Healey has declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts due to a shortage of available shelters for the increasing number of migrants entering the state. She is requesting federal funding and expedited work authorization for migrants in need of jobs and housing. The governor emphasized the need for a national response to address the issue and called on Massachusetts residents to offer support. The number of migrant families in state shelters has risen significantly, and the emergency declaration could put pressure on the Biden administration to provide federal aid. Other states, such as New York and Illinois, have also declared emergencies due to shelter shortages.
Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul are urging the White House to expedite work authorization for the thousands of asylum seekers in New York City, who are unable to legally work for 180 days after filing for asylum. The current process is leaving migrants in limbo, and Hochul said it needs to be changed. The governor said thousands of jobs need to be filled during a historic labor shortage, like 5,000 farm jobs and 5,000 food service jobs. The Adams administration said the federal government could expedite work authorization by allowing a higher number of asylum seekers to access TPS protection or providing access to humanitarian parole.