Allegheny County strengthens its stance on ICE with new legislation

By Courtney Nealon, Senior Staff Writer • March 23, 2026

The Allegheny County Council has passed a bill restricting collaboration between county employees and federal immigration authorities.

ICE could come to Pitt, but University and community organizations are working to protect citizens

By Sarah George, Senior Staff Writer • March 3, 2026

After ICE presence has increased in other cities across the nation, some Pittsburgh citizens are worried Pittsburgh could be the next ICE hotspot. 

Pitt facing backlash over nonaffiliate Customs and Border Protection recruitment event

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer  • February 20, 2026

This week, Pitt faced backlash over a U.S. Customs and Border Protection virtual career expo despite not hosting or sponsoring the event.

Pittsburgh adjusts and prepares as ICE presence ramps up across the U.S. 

By Maxine Van Nortwick, Senior Staff Writer • February 2, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement presence is rising across the U.S. Although Pittsburgh is not an epicenter, communities across the City are preparing to feel the impact.

Trump’s first year back in office draws criticism from the Pitt community

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer  • January 21, 2026

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, will mark President Trump’s first year in office for his second presidency term. Pitt professors and students discuss how his term has gone so far.

SGB passes resolution urging Pitt to increase transparency and protect international students

By Madeline Ward, Senior Staff Writer • January 13, 2026

Student Government Board passed a resolution for Pitt to better protect international students by limiting unnecessary cooperation with federal authorities and improving communication about immigration-related policies and protocols.

Federal law enforcement seeking offices in Pittsburgh sparks community ICE concerns

By Naomi Weiss, Senior Staff Writer • October 21, 2025

Federal officials are looking for office space in Pittsburgh for unspecified law enforcement activities, which national outlets report will be filled by ICE.

International student enrollment drops amid Trump’s restrictive immigration policy

By Naomi Weiss, Senior Staff Writer • October 14, 2025

International student enrollment dropped this fall, which comes on the heels of the Trump administration's restrictive immigration policy.

New H1-B visa fee causes speculation on potential effects at Pitt

By Sarah George, Senior Staff Writer • October 10, 2025

The Trump administration has instituted a $100,000 worker visa application fee, giving Pitt a potential new cost to worry about. 

‘A lot of my international friends are still afraid’: University addresses international student visa revocations 

By Delaney Pipon, Staff Writer • August 11, 2025

Pitt has expanded its support services for international students following immigration enforcement that impacted six students' immigration records this spring.