NYC Council sues Mayor Adams over ICE’s return to Rikers Island
The New York City Council is suing Mayor Eric Adams over his executive order allowing federal immigration officials to return to Rikers Island. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, accuses the mayor of abusing his power and participating in a "corrupt bargain" with the Trump administration.
Trump administration pulls $188M in migrant aid from NYC
The Trump administration has canceled $188 million in FEMA grants meant to reimburse New York City for sheltering migrants, claiming the funds supported illegal immigration.
Protests at Columbia after university agrees to Trump administration demands
Protestors gathered at Columbia University after the school agreed to several demands from the Trump administration to restore $400 million in federal funding.
Judge orders Mahmoud Khalil's case move to NJ after detention letter
Following Mahmoud Khalil breaking his silence in a letter from a Louisiana detention center, a New York federal judge has ordered his case be transferred to New Jersey.
Navy destroyer deployed to support US-Mexico border mission
A U.S. Navy destroyer has been deployed to help "restore territorial integrity at the U.S. southern border" as part of President Trump's executive orders, officials said.
Second Columbia protester arrested, another student 'self-deports'
Immigration officials have arrested a second Columbia University protester involved in the 2024 protests, while another ‘self-deported’ after having her student visa revoked.
Dept. of Justice subpoenas Manhattan hotels in migrant shelter investigation
Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed at least two hotels in New York City, demanding a list of individuals residing there and details on funding sources for New York City’s migrant shelter programs.
Trump's border czar Tom Homan: 'You're not gonna stop us, New York'
The meeting is expected to focus on immigration and border security issues as part of ongoing discussions surrounding federal immigration policies.
Undocumented woman shares fear of being deported: 'I wasn't even aware of my status'
As President Trump’s deportation efforts intensify in NYC, one woman in her 20s shares her story of being brought to the U.S. as an infant and living in fear of deportation.
Undocumented woman shares mass deportation fears under Trump policy
The fear of mass removals has already begun reshaping daily life for many immigrants, including one woman who spoke to FOX 5 NY’s Stephanie Bertini on the condition of anonymity.
Mayor Adams moves to allow ICE agents on Rikers Island in sanctuary city policy shift
Mayor Eric Adams plans to allow ICE agents back on Rikers Island, reversing NYC’s sanctuary policies. Adams says the move will target violent criminals and gangs.
Dept. of Justice suing Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York over immigration policy
The Department of Justice has filed charges against the state of New York and Governor Kathy Hochul for allegedly failing to comply with federal law by shielding illegal immigrants, new Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Wednesday.
Migrant crossings at US-Canada border drop amid immigration policy change
Migrant apprehensions at the U.S.-Canada border fell 60% in late 2024. Some are crediting the Trump administration's immigration policies, while others point to Biden administration changes and the weather.
Migrant crossings plummet at U.S.-Canada border
Migrant crossings at the U.S.-Canada border have dropped by 60% in recent months, according to new federal data. The decline follows President Trump’s immigration policies, which include executive orders, ICE crackdowns, and increased border security. FOX 5’s Stephanie Bertini revisits the northern border to investigate what’s behind the drop, speaking with local officials, law enforcement, and immigration experts about the shift.
Cardinal Dolan fires back at VP J.D. Vance over immigration policy comments
Vice President J.D. Vance is facing backlash from Cardinal Timothy Dolan after Vance accused Catholic bishops of profiting from immigration aid.
Cardinal Dolan v. JD Vance over immigration
Vice President JD Vance is facing backlash from the Catholic Church, including New York’s Cardinal Timothy Dolan, over comments he made criticizing the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. Vance suggested that the Church’s opposition to certain Trump administration immigration policies was financially motivated, a claim Cardinal Dolan called "scurrilous" and "not true." FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.
Trump administration targets NYC, other sanctuary cities in federal funding freeze
New Attorney General Pam Bondi has made one of her first moves to pause federal funding for sanctuary cities in the United States, including New York City.
U.S. refugee freeze leaves Afghan allies in limbo
The Trump administration has temporarily paused Afghan refugee resettlement programs and halted Special Immigrant Visa approvals, leaving thousands of Afghans—many of whom assisted U.S. forces—stranded. Advocates and veterans are urging the government to resume the process, as families remain in limbo. FOX 5’s Teresa Priolo reports.
Tracking known ICE raids, arrests in New York City: List
It's been two weeks since President Donald Trump's mass deportation project began across the U.S., and since then, thousands of undocumented immigrants have been arrested, including many in NYC.
How court backlogs slow down migrant deportations
The Trump administration is ramping up efforts to deport migrants with criminal backgrounds. But by law, before deportation, they are required to have a final order of removal – and this can take years.