A contentious issue, illegal immigration, poses a number of economic, political, and cultural challenges to the country. Often, the debate becomes a partisan-fueled, highly emotional diatribe between the two major parties. This section cover issues from the Dream Act to Arizona’s contentious immigration reforms, as Independent-minded voters are seeking potential solutions that obey the rule of law, stay within the confines of a budget, and maintain a compassionate, but realistic outlook on immigration.
A bill about border security has been languishing in Congress for months. It would provide much needed tougher penalties for constructing and using underground border tunnels and seems a victim of our gridlocked politics.
The powerful trade association Western Growers recently endorsed Mitt Romney for president, citing his commitment to immigration reform.
2.6 million Muslims were reported in the United States in 2010, but some estimates are up around 7 million. The following month will mark Ramadan for billions worldwide.
[Last week], the California Senate passed the TRUST Act. Known by some as the “anti-Arizona immigration law,” it would limit California law enforcement’s cooperation with the federal Secure Communities program. .
Monday, the Supreme Court handed down its decision on the controversial Arizona immigration law, with mixed results for both sides in the case, the state of Arizona and the federal.
The House has found Attorney General Eric Holder guilty of contempt of Congress for refusing to turn over documents related to the Fast and Furious gunwalking.
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled majority in favor of the federal government in the case of Arizona’s immigration law, but sustained the most controversial stipulation that allows police to continue checks on people’s immigration statuses while enforcing other laws.
