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The Guardian
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Guardian
US couples with a noncitizen partner: did you decide to get married because of immigration policy concerns?
Amid Trump's mass deportation campaign, some couples with a foreign-born partner who live in the US are considering getting married as the safest and most affordable way to stay together in the long term. Since the month Trump was re-elected in November 2024, the New York City marriage bureau recorded a 33% increase in marriage license applications, the City first reported. Although it's hard to say how many unmarried transnational couples there are in the US, in 2021, 12.4% of all married couples included a foreign spouse, the highest percentage on record. If you're part of a couple with a foreign-born partner whom you're not yet married to or whom you recently wed, we'd like to hear from you. You can share your experiences of getting married as a transnational couple in the US using this form. Please include as much detail as possible. Please include as much detail as possible. Please note, the maximum file size is 5.7 MB. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more information. They will only be seen by the Guardian. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more information. They will only be seen by the Guardian. If you include other people's names please ask them first. If you're having trouble using the form click here. Read terms of service here and privacy policy here.
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Guardian
US couples with a noncitizen partner: did you decide to get married because of immigration policy concerns?
Amid Trump's mass deportation campaign, some couples with a foreign-born partner who live in the US are considering getting married as the safest and most affordable way to stay together in the long term. Since the month Trump was re-elected in November 2024, the New York City marriage bureau recorded a 33% increase in marriage license applications, the City first reported. Although it's hard to say how many unmarried transnational couples there are in the US, in 2021, 12.4% of all married couples included a foreign spouse, the highest percentage on record. If you're part of a couple with a foreign-born partner whom you're not yet married to or whom you recently wed, we'd like to hear from you. You can share your experiences of getting married as a transnational couple in the US using this form. Please include as much detail as possible. Please include as much detail as possible. Please note, the maximum file size is 5.7 MB. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more information. They will only be seen by the Guardian. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more information. They will only be seen by the Guardian. If you include other people's names please ask them first. If you're having trouble using the form click here. Read terms of service here and privacy policy here.
RNZ News
17-06-2025
- RNZ News
Gang members from New Zealand with Cook Islands heritage causing serious concerns
By Talaia Mika , Cook Islands News Cook Islands Police media and strategic advisor Trevor Pitt told Cook Islands News that the movement of known gang members is a regional problem that has found its way into the Cooks. Photo: Cook Islands Police The growing presence and influence of organised gang members from New Zealand with Cook Islands heritage is causing serious concern for local authorities, with police confirming that the Cook Islands is one of the destinations affected by transnational gang mobility across the Pacific. Cook Islands Police media and strategic advisor Trevor Pitt told Cook Islands News that the movement of known gang members is a regional problem that has found its way into the Cooks. "As for the gangs issue, yes I can confirm that the mobility of organised gangs is a concern to law enforcement, not just for the Cook Islands but throughout the Pacific Islands," Pitt said. "We are just one of the destinations impacted by the movement of known gang members." This comes at the back of the New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers visit to the Cook Islands on Wednesday to deepen its relationship with the Cook Islands Police Service and assist in whatever way they can. Cook Islands News understands that some individuals with connections to these gangs had been posting videos of their lifestyles on TikTok with local youth engaging with and reacting to this content online - a growing concern in terms of influence and aspiration. Pitt said the Cook Islands Police is part of a broader multi-agency network that includes Immigration, Customs, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), and Transnational Crime Units (TCUs) across the region, including New Zealand and Australia. He said collaboration and information sharing are critical in developing strategies to combat cross-border criminal activity. He added that while he could not speak for the other agencies, the police partnership with New Zealand Police and Australian authorities are vital, especially as more Cook Islanders with gang ties return home. "The increased mobility of known gang members to the Cook Islands is a growing concern, particularly as our own people are part of the organised criminal element," he said. While Immigration requirements are being followed, Pitt said Police cannot stop Cook Islanders from entering the country if they comply with border regulations. Pitt added that one of the greatest challenges lies with vulnerable youth, especially those sent from New Zealand or Australia due to family problems. "Our at-risk youth are an ongoing problem. That includes those young ones who, unfortunately, are often sent from NZ or Australia due to family issues," he said. "These teens would be at risk whether here or in NZ as organised gangs are known to target troubled youth that are caught up in broken homes and families." Despite existing leadership and youth development initiatives run by Police each year, Pitt acknowledged that the resources to support these young people are limited and the outcomes are not always consistent. "The Police can only do so much with the juveniles and our programmes are limited to the youth leadership and development courses, each year," he said. "While we certainly value the support and cooperation of NZ with these, impact upon troubled juveniles is mixed at best." The rising visibility of gang influence through social media, combined with the real-world presence of returning or visiting gang-linked individuals, has escalated concerns about the safety and well-being of Cook Islands youth. Pitt emphasised that strengthening tactical cooperation with international law enforcement is now a top priority for the Cook Islands Police in the face of these evolving threats. Chambers confirmed that New Zealand is open to supporting the Cook Islands in tackling the gang issue and addressing the potential spread of transnational crime. "We're very open to supporting the Cook Islands in any way that we can," Chambers told Cook Islands News during his visit to Rarotonga. -This article was first published by Cook Islands News .
CTV News
10-06-2025
- CTV News
Peel police arrest 9, seize nearly 500 kilograms of cocaine in historic ‘transnational' drug investigation
Peel police announce an historic drug seizure as part of a transnational drug investigation. Peel police have arrested nine people and seized nearly 500 kilograms of cocaine following a 'transnational drug investigation,' Ontario's Solicitor General Michael Kerzner announced Tuesday. The results of the investigation, dubbed Project Pelican, were announced at a news conference on Tuesday morning. suspects, Project Pelican Police say nine people are facing charges in connection with Project Pelican. Peel police say this is the largest drug seizure in the service's history. This is a breaking news story. More details to come…
Free Malaysia Today
31-05-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Indian drug kingpin entered Malaysia on tourist visa, says IGP
Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said investigations are being held to determine if the man had a local network or was involved with gangs in Malaysia. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has confirmed the arrest of an Indian national, allegedly the mastermind of a transnational drug ring in Kuala Lumpur, saying the man had entered Malaysia on a tourist visa. Razarudin said the 30-year-old drug kingpin was 'hiding' in a hotel in the city centre and was arrested at 1.35am on May 13 following a raid by Bukit Aman officers. He added that the man had entered the country earlier this year on a tourist pass to evade authorities, Bernama reported. 'Initial investigations found that the suspect was not involved in any drug distribution in Malaysia. However, further investigations are being held to determine if he had a local network or was involved with gangs here,' said the IGP. He added that the man was deported to India at 6.54pm on Tuesday. On Thursday, the Hindustan Times reported that Navin Chichkar was arrested in Malaysia before being deported and placed in the custody of India's Narcotics Control Bureau. Navin was said to be heading the transnational drug trafficking syndicate while in Malaysia, overseeing the shipment of cocaine from the US to India, and further distribution domestically and internationally. He allegedly absconded to Thailand before moving to Malaysia while the Interpol had issued a Red Notice for him.
