Trump suspends legal aide to thousands of migrant children in the U.S.
The Trump administration ended legal aid for unaccompanied minors, leaving them without representation in immigration court.
Migrant apprehensions in January lowest since COVID
New federal data shows border apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border were the lowest in January they’ve been since May of 2020, during the COVID low.
Trump terminates Biden appointee, head of Arizona U.S. attorneys
He took over the job in 2021.
High speed chase bill passes U.S. House
The bill sponsored by Rep. Juan Ciscomani has a companion bill in the Senate.
Nogales, Son., announces 400 National Guard Members and opens shelter for deported nationals
The mayor of Nogales, Sonora, says 400 Mexican National Guard members are arriving as part of the agreement made by Mexico’s president to bolster border security.
Troops headed to Ft. Huachuca for border surge
The troops are coming from New York.
Some migrants opt to stay at U.S.-Mexico border after Trump blocks asylum pathways
Some migrants who hoped to seek asylum are deciding to make a home at the U.S.-Mexico border after the Trump administration cut off most legal pathways to asylum.
If tariffs hit, price of tomatoes will likely increase 25%
The White House announced that the president will impose 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada starting Saturday, a move some experts consider unprecedented since NAFTA's creation in the mid-90s.
Douglas declares an emergency in anticipation for effects from Trump's border policy
The emergency declaration passed in a three to two vote.
Tucson K-12 schools say immigration officials still need warrant to come on campuses
Despite President Trump's executive order allowing immigration enforcement in schools, TUSD will maintain its policy of requiring a judicial warrant for law enforcement on campus.
Department of Justice stops federally-funded legal aid, affecting detained Arizona immigrants
The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project will no longer be able to schedule group rights presentations in detention centers.
Navajo Nation President responds after concern tribal members could be detained by ICE
They fear racial profiling and a lack of adequate IDs could lead to confusion during possible raids.
City of Tucson stresses TPD will not enforce immigration law
A media release outlines actions officers cannot or should not do.
The Buzz: How Trump’s immigration policies affect Southern Arizona
Trump’s sweeping immigration overhaul ignites legal battles, international tension, and questions of constitutional limits.
Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada
Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.
