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December 7, 2018: Otay Mesa Detention Resistance

A new movement of refugees fleeing violence and starvation in Central America began to reach Tijuana last month, in the hopes of applying for asylum in the United States.  Comprised of multiple, self-organized caravans, the refugees passed through incredible hardship and risk before thousands were temporarily settled in the Benito Juarez shelter – a sports complex on the southern side …

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Voices in the Street – Jus soli Citizenship

President Donald Trump recently criticized American domestic policy wherein if you’re born on US soil, you are automatically granted citizenship. Trump says he would like to change that policy, which would require circumventing the 14th amendment to the Constitution. Voices in the Street asks area listeners about jus soli, or the right to citizenship if someone is born on US …

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Students Overstaying Visa May Be Barred From U.S.

International students who overstay their visa may be barred from entering the United States. The change in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy was posted earlier this month, and will go into effect on August 9. The change in policy for F, J, and M visa holders, as well as their spouses and children, follows an executive order from President …

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