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Immigration Reform 2013 News: Illegal Immigration Back on the Rise After Declining During Recession

After taking a sharp turn downhill during the recession, a new study finds that the number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States appears to be back on the rise as the economy improves.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: John Boehner, House Republicans Ripped Over Hispanic Heritage Month Video That Fails to Mention Immigration Reform (Video)

Congressional Republicans have received a storm of backlash in response to their latest attempt to reach out to Latinos in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg 'Optimistic' House Will Pass Bill

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who is in Washington this week lobbying lawmakers in the House and Senate for immigration reform, says he's "optimistic" that a 2013 immigration bill will pass.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Obama Says Stopping Deportation of Undocumented Immigrants 'Indefensible'

Stopping the deportation of undocumented residents would be a posture "very difficult to defend" juridically, President Barack Obama said on Tuesday.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: White House Says Passing Reform Bill Still a Priority

During Monday's press briefing, White House Press Secretary Jay Carney made it clear that the Obama Administration did not abandon the goal to pass a 2013 immigration reform bill.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: More Than 100 Women Detained In Washington D.C. Immigration Protest

At least a hundred women were arrested Thursday in Washington when they protested in favor of immigration reform in the United States.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Mark Zuckerberg May Talk Reform During Meeting With Republicans About Facebook

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg may help nudge congressional leaders to pass an immigration reform bill before the end of the year.

Immigration Reform News 2013: Viral Video Shows Arkansas Congressman Criticize Constituent for Mexican Flag Shirt

Arkansas Congressman Steve Womack's patronizing remark about clothing to one of his constituents at a town hall meet last week went viral, bringing out a non-apology apology from the U.S. Representative about the spirit of his comments. At the town hall, the constituent - who's name is difficult to understand in this YouTube video - identifies himself as a Mexican-American from Fort Smith, Arkansas. Speaking with unaccented English, the young man, who is wearing a Mexican-flag colored polo shirt, describes having two Mexican parents and questions if Womack sees any hope for immigration reform to help create a pathway to citizenship for the eleven million undocumented residents of the United States.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Advocates to Hold National Mobilization for Immigration Reform in October

To make sure that elected officials don't remove immigration from their radar, a group of immigration reform advocates from around the country announced Thursday they are planning a national mobilization for early October to push for immigration legislation.

Immigration Reform News 2013: White House Officials Tie March On Washington to Immigration; Bill Delayed Until 2014?

On Wednesday Cecilia Muñoz, a senior Latino White House official and domestic policy director for the Obama administration, stressed the correlation between the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and today's fight for comprehensive immigration.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Marches, Vigils For Reform Take Place During March On Washington Weekend

In the shadow of the March on Washington, pro-immigration supporters across the nation this past weekend staged several marches, demonstrations and vigils in efforts to get Congress to support immigration reform.

Immigration Reform News 2013: New Obama Policy Grants Leniency To Detained Undocumented Parents

On Friday, the Obama administration announced a new policy that will help avoid the deportation of undocumented parents who have minor children.

Over 200 Undocumented Immigrants Detained, Arrested During Arizona Raids at Car Wash Businesses

In the state of Arizona, United States a series of raids have left more than 200 undocumented immigrants arrested.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: Rep. John Carter Talks Immigration With Texas Faith, Business Leaders While Goodlatte Hounded By Advocates

With the House gearing up for a vote on immigration reform, groups from many walks of life, including business and religious entities, are making their voices heard.

Immigration Reform 2013 News: As RNC Puts Pressure On GOP, Top Republican Says Immigration Bill Has 'Good Chance' of Passing This Year

The GOP's political future appears tied to the fate of immigration reform as a controversial Senate bill awaits a vote in the House sometime this fall--yet one of Washington's top Republicans said the chances of a bill passing this year are better than most realize.

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