Tag: migrant
What Border Crisis? Mexican Migrant Shelters Are Quiet Ahead of Trump
Trump Transition Trump Transition Trump Transition Ahead of the inauguration, migrant shelters south of the Rio Grande are far from full, a reflection of the tougher measures imposed on both sides of the border. Ahead of the inauguration, migrant shelters south of the Rio Grande are far from full, a reflection of the tougher measures…
Baby born on migrant boat crossing from Africa to Canary Islands
A baby was born on a crowded migrant dinghy which travelled from Africa to the Canary Islands this week, Spanish coast guards say. They have published a picture of the baby boy who was rescued on alongside his mother and scores of other migrants. The crowded inflatable raft was first spotted on 6 January off…
A Mexican Mayor’s Odyssey: From Undocumented Migrant to Cartel Target
Global Profile A former undocumented resident of California who now runs a town in Mexico, Crispín Agustín Mendoza has survived one assassination attempt. But he says, “I have to learn how to survive.” Armed men tried to kill Crispín Agustín Mendoza, mayor of Alcozauca, Mexico, in his home. But he fought back, and now is…