One of the main entries into the United States is the San Ysidro Port of Entry. U.S. authorities recently shut down the border crossing and used tear gas on those trying to come across.
Authorities use tear gas, shut down border crossing
Understanding the K-1 visa
There are numerous visas available for immigrants to eventually become United States citizens. Anyone who has watched the popular television show "90 Day Fiancé" is familiar with the K-1 visa, but there are many details about this visa the show fails to delve into.
Do detention centers really meet immigrants' needs?
Detention centers are supposed to provide immigrants with everything they need while they are being detained. They may not be free to go, but they still do have basic human rights that must be respected.
Immigration petitions for battered individuals
The unfortunate reality is that some individuals in the United States suffer from physical abuse and battery at the hands of family members. The abusers and their victims may be either permanent residents or citizens. Abusers may try to use their victims' status to keep them quiet if the victim is not a permanent resident or a citizen yet. Abusers realize that the family connection is an important part of the immigration process.
What happens if you overstay your visa?
You come to the United States on a work visa. When it expires, you're not yet ready to leave and so you decide to stay. You assume that no one will know. What are the potential ramifications?
