Immigration Archives - Page 4 of 11 - Wisconsin Watch

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Education, Government, Health & Welfare, Pathways to success

Trump is trying to exclude immigrants from many federally funded programs. Here’s what it means for Wisconsin.

by Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch and Sreejita Patra / Wisconsin Watch August 7, 2025August 11, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Do federal tax dollars pay for the college tuition of unauthorized immigrants?

by Sharon Li / Econofact July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Community, Government

‘Adiós, Milwaukee’: A family uprooted, a hole left behind

by Mel Leonor Barclay / The 19th July 9, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A joyful airport reunion scene shows a young man and woman embracing tightly near the Lufthansa and ANA check-in counters. The woman holds a bouquet of heart- and star-shaped balloons. Two other women, likely family or friends, look on with emotional smiles—one with hands clasped near her face, the other carrying a purse and watching warmly. The setting is a brightly lit terminal with American flags in the background and sunlight streaming through tall windows.

Justice & Safety

Wisconsin asylum seeker sees ‘miracle from God’ in unexplained release from ICE detention

by Erin McGroarty / The Cap Times and Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch June 27, 2025July 9, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person holds a sign reading "Freedom for Miguel he is not a criminal he is a husband son and brother" with photos attached, while others stand along a street nearby.

Justice & Safety

‘The vacation turned into a nightmare’: Wisconsin asylum seeker detained in unprecedented wave of courthouse arrests

by Erin McGroarty / The Cap Times and Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch June 24, 2025June 27, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Israel Ramón smiles next to a window with a display of three small LGBTQ+, U.S. and Mexican flags.

Community, Justice & Safety

‘I work for 950,000 people’: Milwaukee County official reminds residents of their rights amid ICE arrests

by Devin Blake / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service June 12, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A woman talks into a bullhorn next to a sign that says “DEFEND AND EXPAND IMMIGRANT RIGHTS”

List of ‘sanctuary jurisdictions’ removed from US government website following criticism

by Associated Press June 2, 2025June 2, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Kristi Noem said an immigrant living in Milwaukee threatened to kill Trump, but the story quickly fell apart

by Associated Press May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A white domed building is shown against the blue sky and framed by tree branches.

What to watch as Trump’s tax and immigration bill moves to Senate

by Mary Clare Jalonick / Associated Press, Matt Brown / Associated Press and Joey Cappelletti / Associated Press May 26, 2025May 26, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Woman next to stained glass

Fourteen years in Wisconsin. A one-way ticket to El Salvador.

by Mel Leonor Barclay / The 19th May 20, 2025July 8, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Justice & Safety

Milwaukee judge pleads not guilty to helping man evade federal immigration agents

by Todd Richmond / Associated Press May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A printed notice taped to a wooden courtroom door informs attorneys, witness coordinators, and court officials that if anyone feels unsafe attending court in person, they may request a Zoom appearance by notifying the Branch 31 clerk. Key words like “ATTENTION” and “A PERSON” are highlighted in orange. The notice is dated April 14, 2025, and the door has signage identifying it as Courtroom 615.

Justice & Safety

Federal grand jury indicts Milwaukee judge in immigration case, allowing charges to continue

by Todd Richmond / Associated Press May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch