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An executive action by President Obama that was set to stop deportation procedures for five million people came to a halt this week after a federal judge in Texas blocked the president’s order. Continue reading
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Schools around the country are grappling with how to provide care and education to the over 60,000 unaccompanied minors who entered the U.S. illegally from Central America in 2014. Continue reading
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“How would you feel if you had the right to stay in the United States, but your parents didn’t?” Continue reading
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Many immigration advocates spoke out in support of the action, which they said recognizes the value of their hard work. Continue reading
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Obama announced a large-scale executive action on immigration that will allow nearly five million undocumented immigrants to remain in the country. Continue reading
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In an investigation sparked by the shooting of teenager Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, the Justice Department found patterns of police misconduct, racial bias and a disregard for the community. Continue reading
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The trial for Boston marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev began this week with a statement that the defense would not dispute his involvement in the attack. Continue reading
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed lawmakers in the U.S. Congress this week in a speech that criticized negotiations with Iran and urged tighter restrictions. Continue reading
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The offensive marks a test for Iraqi forces as they prepare to retake the city of Mosul from ISIL control. Continue reading
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This lesson explores the careers of 19 great female scientists, the challenges they overcame and whether those challenges are still present in students’ lives. Continue reading
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