US immigration is going through dramatic changes. Get the context you need to understand what’s happening. Our guide offers top stats & info: https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats The monthly US Policy Beat newsletter features crucial analysis: https://bit.ly/USPolicySignUp

Native language assessments can give a clearer picture of what English Learners know—yet there’s often a mismatch between the languages states identify as significant and which tests are available Details in our new fact sheet: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4bmyzdx

The Trump administration has signed 27 third-country deportation agreements, but only ~15,000 people were deported under such deals in year one — a fraction of its 1M annual target What’s the intent? We take a look 📍 www.migrationpolicy.org/news/us-third-country-deportation-agreements

About 255,000 babies born each year on U.S. soil would lack U.S. citizenship at birth if birthright citizenship ends Ahead of the April 1 Supreme Court oral argument, our analysis looks at the long-term implications: https://bit.ly/3Sx2Ih8

How many immigrants are there in the US? Which states do most call home? How many have become US citizens? Our article answers these Qs and many more ➡️ https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

Ending birthright citizenship is often cited as a way to reduce unauthorized immigration But our projections with Penn State's Population Research Institute show it would have the opposite effect: the unauthorized population would be 5.4 million larger by 2075 We explain why: bit.ly/3Sx2Ih8

US courts have questioned the government’s uses of archaic statutes, checked its removal powers and prevented it from stripping many noncitizens of status or deportation protections Our new article connects the dots. https://bit.ly/40T2pS4

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on birthright citizenship on April 1. Would ending it reduce the unauthorized immigrant population, as the Trump administration claims? The answer might surprise you ⬇️ www.migrationpolicy.org/news/birthri...

Want clear, nonpartisan analysis of fast moving immigration policy changes in the U.S. and globally? 📰 Subscribe to our Migration Information Source newsletter for in depth articles, data and explainers: https://bit.ly/SourceSignUp

Immigrants are a key part of the US labor force and, amid low birthrates, account for much US population growth Check out our guide to top statistics to understand which sectors immigrants tend to work in, their education levels & more https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

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How are recent federal policy shifts impacting English Learners? Listen to our recent discussion on the ESSA waiver process and what it may mean for EL education. https://bit.ly/essa35w

Last year, President Trump turned to the Alien Enemies Act—a wartime authority last used during WWII—to deport alleged gang members. A federal court quickly intervened The back-and-forth is emblematic of the hurdles courts have posed for novel strategies https://bit.ly/40T2pS4

More immigrants live in NYC than any other US metro area But immigrants account for more than 40% of all residents of the Miami area, which is the highest share nationwide Our guide to US immigration statistics offers more info https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

Get smart fast on immigration Our Immigration: The Basics section showcases key info you need to understand immigration in the US https://bit.ly/ImmigrationBasics Subscribe to our Migration Information Source newsletter for regular analysis https://bit.ly/SourceSignUp

A year ago, the Trump administration used a rarely invoked “foreign policy” ground to revoke the legal status from international students and scholars active in pro-Palestinian causes Judges have pushed back Here’s where things stand: https://bit.ly/40T2pS4

About 73 million US residents speak a language other than English at home. 61% of them speak Spanish.​ What about the rest? We’ve compiled the stats https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

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Federal judges have emerged as pivotal referees of Donald Trump’s second‑term immigration agenda They've slowed or halted novel deportation approaches, the stripping of legal protections & the ending of automatic birthright citizenship, among other moves https://bit.ly/40T2pS4

Some key elements of the Trump administration’s immigration agenda are losing in the courts – though judges have given many green lights as well Our Muzaffar Chishti & @colleenputzelkav.bsky.social break down what you need to know https://bit.ly/40T2pS4

Ioane Teitiota sought refugee protection in New Zealand based on climate change’s impacts in his small Pacific nation of Kiribati He was denied. Yet his case could have major ripple effects Here’s what to know: https://bit.ly/4bxz2to

Colorado stands out as the only state offering native language assessments to #EnglishLearners in public school across all four core subjects—math, science, social studies and reading/language arts. More state-level findings in our new fact sheet: https://bit.ly/4bmyzdx

Watch the news and you might think most immigration to the US is unauthorized. In fact, 3/4 quarters of immigrants are legally present, with nearly 1/2 naturalized US citizens. Go beyond the headlines. https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

Immigrants accounted for a record-high 14.8% of the US population in 2024 That’s a major turnaround from 1970, when just 4.7% of the US population was foreign born Read more from our Jeanne Batalova https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

Get up to speed on how #climatechange is transforming human migration Our Migration Information Source magazine has analysis by top experts worldwide: https://bit.ly/411Dtbf Listen to our podcast Changing Climate, Changing Migration: http://bit.ly/ClimateMigrationPod

International law limits refugee status to people fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political opinion Where does that leave people seeking safety from climate disasters? https://bit.ly/4bxz2to

Australia’s new visa program allows up to 280 people annually to immigrate from climate-affected Tuvalu, to escape rising seas It’s been called the world’s first ever #climatemigration visa What are others doing in this space? Read up: https://bit.ly/4bxz2to

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Legally speaking, there is no such thing as a “climate refugee” That doesn’t mean some advocates haven’t tried to create new protections @jmhattem.bsky.social breaks down the evolving legal landscape for people displaced by climate change www.migrationpolicy.org/article/clim...

Under longstanding law, non-citizens who register or vote illegally in US elections face up to 5 years in prison & deportation But voter audits & research show such voting is extremely rare Learn more: https://bit.ly/4lD2HGe

Non-citizens are not allowed to vote in federal or state elections in the U.S. This has been the law across the country since 1924 Get all the facts with our explainer: https://bit.ly/4lD2HGe

Most states define which non-English languages are “significant” for the purposes of education, but many don’t offer tests in any or all of those languages, making it hard to assess content knowledge for #EnglishLearners Explore how your state measures up: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4bmyzdx

Women’s History Month is underway in the US & other countries Roughly half of all migrants globally are female, and the shares are slightly higher in the US Revisit our article to learn more https://bit.ly/4hS905E

In 15 states, #EnglishLearner students lack native language assessments in core subjects, making it harder to assess their academic knowledge & assess how schools are educating all students and preparing them for success Get our new state-by-state snapshot: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4bmyzdx

🚨We’ve just updated our guide to US immigrants & immigration, compiling top stats from official, reliable sources It’s got answers to all the basic immigration questions. All in one place https://bit.ly/topimmigrantstats

Get up to speed on pressing migration issues & global policy debates On our “World of Migration” podcast, MPI experts & leading voices unpack how immigration systems and trends globally are evolving & what it means for the future Listen & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts

As my colleague Lawrence Huang says on this podcast, South Korea is basically trying to speedrun the west's immigration lessons of multiple decades Listen and subscribe and leave a nice review worldofmigration.podbean.com/e/the-role-o...

Fully 81% of Black immigrants in the US are either naturalized citizens or green-card holders Another 3% have a long-term temporary visa Learn more about this population – from top U.S. destinations to origins, home ownership & more All right here: https://bit.ly/46EBiNN

⏰ TODAY: Webcast will look at state & local language access policies amid federal changes What opportunities exist for jurisdictions to build and sustain their language access frameworks? https://bit.ly/langaccess311

More states are offering native language assessments to #EnglishLearners: 35 + DC as of last year, up 4 states from 2020 Yet 15 states still don’t offer standardized tests in ELs’ home language & other gaps remain, new fact sheet explains #ELL #EL #MLL 🔗 www.migrationpolicy.org/research/nat...

📅 Tomorrow: Join us for a conversation on language access policy at the state & local level What approaches are helping citizens & other residents with limited English proficiency access essential public services and information? 🖥️Register & watch https://bit.ly/langaccess311

Upcoming webcast features expert discussion & findings from @MigrationPolicy report on New Frameworks for Language Access: Tracking the Expansion & Features of State & Local Laws & Policies Sign up for the webcast here: https://bit.ly/langaccess311

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Today is #InternationalWomensDay, a time to reflect on the achievements of women and girls and celebrate advancements towards equality — including for female migrants

Women have long played a central role in international migration Ahead of International Women’s Day, take a moment to understand the history https://bit.ly/4lc3fT8

In 2025, Trump signed an executive order designating English as the official US language & made clear there will be reduced federal support for providing information & services in languages other than English What does this mean for state & local govts? https://bit.ly/langaccess311

State & local language access policies have expanded over the past 20 years Join webcast on March 11 that maps these policies & programs as the federal government de-emphasizes efforts to provide key information & services in languages other than English

Singapore has inscribed ethnic categories into its immigration policy, as part of its creation of a “separate but equal” multiracialism. The ethnic mix has more or less stayed constant over the last 6 decades Here’s what to know: https://bit.ly/4b3F6tw

Our podcast traces the complicated ways in which #climatechange is altering migration Find “Changing Climate, Changing Migration” wherever you get your podcasts ##climatemigration

How is South Korea attracting workers and international students while trying to build long-term settlement pathways? Our latest podcast episode explores how migration policy is evolving in South Korea & the challenges migrants face