Trump and the new immigration laws 2025.

paola vanessa romero rondon
Oct 15
3 min read

The year 2025 brings with it important changes in U.S. immigration policy under the Donald Trump administration. These new measures affect those seeking entry, seeking asylum or even those already living in the country without documentation. Here is a simple and clear explanation of the new laws and what they may mean for the immigrant community.

Laken Riley Act: new detention measures.

On March 7, 2025, the House of Representatives passed the Laken Riley Act, which toughens the detention of immigrants accused of certain crimes and gives states the right to sue the federal government over immigration decisions.

Key points of this Law:

Mandatory detention for undocumented immigrants arrested for crimes such as burglary or trespassing.

States can sue the federal government if they believe their immigration policy has caused harm.

The Department of Homeland Security is held accountable for the release of immigrants from custody.

The Senate must now debate and vote on this bill. If passed, it could tighten immigration enforcement across the country.

Restrictions at the southern border.

One of Donald Trump's first actions in 2025 was the proclamation "Ensuring States are Protected from Invasion," which suspends the entry of immigrants across the southern border until the administration deems the "invasion" to be over.

Main restrictions:

Suspension of entries for unauthorized border crossers.

Limitations on access to asylum for those who do not meet medical and criminal background requirements.

Immediate repatriation of foreigners who enter illegally.

This has raised concerns among human rights advocates, as it could make access to asylum more difficult for those fleeing violence in their home countries.

Reinstatement of the "Permanecer en México" (Staying in Mexico) Program

Trump also reinstated the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) program, which forces asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their cases are processed in the US.

Other asylum-related measures:

Elimination of the "CBP One" application, which allowed scheduling appointments at ports of entry.

Cancellation of scheduled appointments for asylum seekers.

Termination of humanitarian parole programs for persons from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela.

Border security.

Trump declared a national emergency on the southern border, which allows for military funds to be allocated to bolster border security.

Key actions:

Use of Pentagon funds for the construction of physical barriers.

Deployment of the National Guard and the Armed Forces to "seal" the border.

Reinforcement of operations against drug trafficking and human trafficking.

Citizenship by birth.

Trump also signed an executive order limiting birthright citizenship for children of undocumented or undocumented parents. However, federal courts have temporarily blocked this measure, claiming that it violates the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution.

The final decision will be up to the higher courts, but this measure could impact thousands of children born in the U.S. to immigrant parents.

The new 2025 immigration laws reflect a tightening of immigration policies in the U.S. If you are an immigrant, it is critical that:

Be informed of your rights.

Consult with immigration attorneys before making any decisions.

Avoid crossing the border illegally.

Stay abreast of possible changes in legislation.

The migration landscape continues to evolve, so it is important to stay informed through reliable sources.

Source: La Nacion

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