President Biden Set to Issue Executive Order to Close US-Mexico Border Amid Surge Temporarily
Delays in DACA Renewals Leave 530,000 Risking Job Losses Across U.S.
President Biden Set to Issue Executive Order to Close US-Mexico Border Amid Surge Temporarily
Hamed Aleaziz and Zolan Kanno-Youngs, The New York Times.- President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order today that would temporarily seal the U.S.-Mexico border to migrants, halting protections for asylum seekers when illegal crossings exceed 2,500 per day. The order, a drastic shift in immigration policy, echoes previous restrictive measures by the Trump administration. While designed to address surging illegal crossings, the order will likely face legal challenges and criticism for echoing policies previously condemned by Democrats. The closure will lift if crossings reduce below 1,500 per day for a sustained period. The move comes amid increasing political pressure and is seen as an attempt by Biden to assert control over immigration issues ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
Delays in DACA Renewals Leave 530,000 Risking Job Losses Across U.S.
Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times. - Approximately 530,000 DACA recipients face significant work permit renewal delays, leading to job losses and financial hardship. Recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, which provides deportation protection and work permits, must reapply every two years. However, processing delays have dramatically increased, with some waiting beyond the 120-day target, causing individuals like Miguel, a sustainability manager in San Francisco, to be placed on unpaid leave. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services attributes these delays to technological updates, though improvements have reportedly resolved the issues. Amidst this bureaucratic backlog, DACA recipients are urged to apply early for renewals to avoid employment interruptions, as prolonged processing times exacerbate their vulnerability to potential policy changes under different administrations.
Mexico Elects First Female President, Breaking Major Gender Barrier Before U.S.
Kate Linthicum and Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times. - Claudia Sheinbaum, a U.S.-educated climate scientist and former mayor, has become Mexico's first female president, reflecting women's progress in Mexican politics. Mexico's policy of requiring at least 50% female candidates in elections has transformed its political landscape, leading to significant female representation across various branches of government. Sheinbaum's victory not only marks a historic moment by breaking a considerable gender barrier but also indicates the continued dominance of the Morena party. Sheinbaum's policies and navigating her relationship with the outgoing President López Obrador will be closely watched as she prepares to take office.
Mexico’s First Female President Faces Immediate Market Turmoil Post-Election
María Verza and Mark Stevenson, The Associated Press.- Following her electoral victory, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president, encountered significant economic challenges, including a sharp decline in the Mexican peso and stock market. Investors expressed concerns about potential constitutional changes and increased state control under Sheinbaum's administration, fearing further erosion of democratic checks and balances and restrictions on private investments. Her pledge to continue outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's populist policies has intensified worries about Mexico's economic stability and political polarization. As Sheinbaum prepares to take office, her approach to these challenges remains a focal point for national and international observers.
Intensive Search Underway for Migrant Missing at Sea near Tijuana
Mara Yáñez, Zeta magazine.- A migrant attempting to swim across the border at Playas de Tijuana has gone missing, prompting a significant search effort. The incident occurred on the evening of May 29, when beachgoers reported seeing the individual struggling against the tide near the border. Despite immediate rescue attempts by Tijuana's Aquatic Rescue team, the migrant was not recovered, and the search continued into the next day with support from U.S. authorities. Currents are believed to have carried the migrants toward the American side. This event marks the seventh irregular crossing attempt in 2024, involving five rescues and two drownings.