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Trump’s 2025 Inaugural Speech: What His Immigration Plan Means for Immigrant Rights

Posted on 01/20/25

In his inauguration speech, President Donald Trump made strong statements about immigration that raise serious concerns for immigrant communities. His promise to deport millions of undocumented immigrants and to send the military to the U.S.-Mexico border is a call for aggressive action. These promises have deep implications for immigrant families, and it’s important to understand



Exciting Partnership with Sacred Heart University: Service-Learning Opportunities for Students

Posted on 01/16/25

The Law Offices of James A. Welcome is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Sacred Heart University’s Political Science Department. This collaboration, which spans the spring semester, will provide 30 students with a unique opportunity to shadow our legal team and complete 15 service-learning hours. The program is designed to give students a hands-on



Exciting News: We’re Expanding to Hartford!

Posted on 01/10/25

I’m excited to personally share some great news with you—The Law Offices of James A. Welcome has opened a new office location at 1 Lewis Street, 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT 06103! This is an important step forward for our firm, and I couldn’t be happier to bring our services closer to the Hartford community and


Know Your Rights: Breaking Down President Trump’s Deportation Claims

Posted on 12/12/24

In a recent interview with TIME, President Trump proposed a plan to deport millions of individuals, suggesting a significant escalation in immigration enforcement measures. This plan, according to the President, would likely require a massive expansion of detention centers to hold those suspected of being in the U.S. without authorization before their deportation. He stated,


What’s Next for DACA?: President-Elect Trump Signals Willingness to Work Toward a Solution

Posted on 12/09/24

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has been a lifeline for nearly 600,000 immigrants, often referred to as Dreamers. These individuals, brought to the United States as children, have grown up in this country, contributing to its communities and economy while calling it home. However, their futures have remained uncertain amidst shifting political