Trump administration lifts environmental obstacles to building border wall in New Mexico
The Department of Homeland Security has expedited construction of the reinforced border wall in New Mexico by waiving 20 environmental laws.
Feeling disenfranchised by Phoenix Pride, undocumented LGBT people find their own way to celebrate
With the Phoenix Pride Festival and Parade now just one day away, organizers and members of Trans Queer Pueblo, a community organization providing political, economic, and social services to undocumented LGBT people of color, have wrapped up a week of action leading up to Sunday’s events.
Prior Guard deployments to border got lukewarm reviews by auditors
WASHINGTON - As Arizona prepare s to send 150 National Guardsmen to the border as part of President Donald Trump's plan to support border agencies, government audits of Guard deployments by previous administrations said were inefficient despite some success in slowing border crime.
Ducey sending 150 Arizona National Guard troops to border, but questions remain
Gov. Doug Ducey plans to deploy 150 National Guard members to the Mexico-U.S border.
Latino voters in Arizona could make the difference in upcoming elections
Leaders in the Latino community believe that Arizona can become a swing state if more Latinos get involved in the political process and vote.
Ducey welcomes Trump plan to send National Guard troops to border
WASHINGTON - The secretary of Homeland Security said her agency is working with border governors to send National Guard troops to the southern border as quickly as possible to support Customs and Border Protection, a move welcomed by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey.
‘It’s time we get serious’: Local ranchers support Trump’s plan to militarize border
The White House announced President Trump’s plan to sign a proclamation deploying National Guards troops to the southern border.
Sheriffs wait to see details on Trump plan for soldiers on the border
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump's announcement that he plans to send U.S. troops to patrol the border left southern Arizona sheriffs looking for details before committing to the "big step" that Trump said is needed until a border wall can be built.
Trump declares DACA deal dead, blames Democrats for its failure
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump declared "DACA is dead" in a series of weekend tweets, blaming Democrats for failing to find a replacement for the deferred deportation program that he said last fall he would revoke.
Arizona Supreme Court hears arguments on in-state tuition for DACA recipients
Dozens of DACA recipients rallied outside of the Arizona Supreme Court Monday advocating their right for in-state tuition rates.
Path to citizenship is long, frustrating and expensive
The pathway to citizenship differs based on your status and legality in the country. The pathways to citizenship is still unclear for thousands of DACA recipients and undocumented immigrants, while residents have the upper hand.
Move to change Cesar Chavez Day to ‘National Border Control Day’ spurs anger
Cesar Chavez Leadership Academy's parade consisted of participants honoring Cesar Chavez and showing disapproval for Gohmert's suggested holiday name.
