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U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva.

A Q&A With US Rep. Raúl Grijalva

Feb 28, 2017 Immigration was on the agenda for Grijalva's return to Arizona.
An ICE arrest.

'Expedited Removal,' Its Scope Expanding, Blurs Lines for Many

Feb 28, 2017 Now, immigration officers, without a judge, can decide the fate of an undocumented immigrant.
U.S. Representative Martha McSally spoke with Arizona Public Media Feb. 24, 2017.

A Q&A With US Rep. Martha McSally

Feb 27, 2017 The congresswoman from Arizona talked town halls, immigration reform, and health care.
Parked Tucson Police Department cars.

Assistant TPD Chief: Let Immigration Experts Enforce Laws

Feb 27, 2017 It's too much of a burden on local departments, Leavitt says.
Rancher John Ladd.

Episode 304: From Naco to the Nation, a View from the Border

Feb 24, 2017 Amid a new immigration enforcement plans, viewpoints of politicians, lawmen, rancher and more.
The U.S.-Mexican border in Arizona.

US Begins Asking Contractors For Bids for Border Wall

Feb 24, 2017 CBP wants submission of prototype concepts for 'wall structures.'
Pima County Sheriff Mark Napier in Nogales, Arizona, Feb. 9, 2017.

Pima County Sheriff Says 'No Way' to Trump's Immigration Enforcement

Feb 22, 2017 Sheriff Napier says it is a matter of using resources for Pima County, not the federal government.
President Donald Trump

Trump Rules Hit Hard at Illegal Immigration

Feb 22, 2017 Criminals, crime suspects top priority, with much wider net cast for others, too.
Mexican soldiers work in the mountains of Sinaloa burning this marijuana field, part of an eradication program supported by the United States.

Under Stress, US-Mexico Intelligence Ties Could Fray

Feb 21, 2017 Some say security cooperation could be crucial in Mexico's response to economic threats from the U.S.
Paul Babeu (left) and Frank Milstead.

Pinal Ex-Sheriff, DPS Chief Are Customs, Border Agency Candidates

Feb 17, 2017 Milstead, Babeu among three being interviewed for top job in Trump administration.
A fence at the Border Patrol Nogales Station.

Memo: National Guard Would Round Up Immigrants; White House: 'False'

Feb 17, 2017 Arizona one of states named in draft memo; White House: '100 percent wrong.'
A woman poses in a drivers license at a demonstration in support of "dreamers."

President Trump Keeps 'Dreamers' in Limbo

Feb 17, 2017 Trump says he will 'deal with DACA with heart.'
A mural at the Cafemin migrant shelter in Mexico City.

Mexico City Officials Promise 'Hospitable City' for Migrants

Feb 16, 2017 Capital city has policies that resemble those of U.S. 'sanctuary cities,' though some there say they're not effective.
Crawford Street in Nogales.

Consulates Host Immigration Rights Workshops for Mexicans in Arizona

Feb 16, 2017 Aimed at educating those who are confused about their rights following recent events.
John kelly, secretary of homeland security, in Nogales Feb. 9, 2017.

680 Arrested In Immigration Roundups Across The Country

Feb 13, 2017 DHS secretary said 75% had been convicted of a list of prioritized crimes.
Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly (left) and Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, Feb. 9, 2017.

Episode 302: Homeland Security Chief Visits Arizona Border

Feb 10, 2017 Plus, a school voucher bill moves through the state Legislature amid the controversial confirmation of Betsy DeVos.

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