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Militarized zones now make up 1/3 of southern border, stirring debates

Long stretches of the border are under the supervision of nearby military bases, empowering U.S. troops to detain people entering the country illegally.

6 days ago

Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearings

The effort is designed to show support for legal immigration of more Afghans who worked alongside American forces during the war overseas.

By Leo Shane III

2 weeks ago

Trump issues travel ban, bars Afghans from entry into US

The executive order cited Afghanistan's poor vetting measures and a visa overstay rate as reasons for the ban.

5 weeks ago

Army issues policy to discharge, disqualify transgender troops

The Army has issued its policy on the separation of transgender soldiers through a two-stage process.

6 weeks ago

House Dems offer bill to keep transgender troops in the ranks

The legislation could force a public vote by House defense lawmakers on whether transgender individuals should be allowed to serve in the military.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

Supreme Court allows transgender military ban to take effect, for now

The high court moved to allow President Donald Trump's administration to enforce a ban on transgender troops while legal challenges proceed.

2 months ago