
“Something is happening in the suburbs of Los Angeles. Nearby, a string of so-called ‘maternity hotels,’ where Asian women — often Chinese and Taiwanese — come to give birth to babies who will automatically acquire a US passport — has recently drawn the attention of authorities. There is nothing illegal about foreign women giving birth in the United States. But federal officials are investigating possible related crimes, while local officials say planning regulations may have been violated.”
http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2013/02/09/lapd-takes-aim-at-wave-of-asian-maternity-tourists/
Related posts:
Miami, Okla., police officers, OHP trooper sued in excessive force case
IBM, central banks adapting bitcoin technology for major currencies
France bans controversial chemical BPA in food packaging
Renters to thank for healthier housing market
More Fidelity markdowns: Valuations slashed on Zenefits, Blue Bottle Coffee, others
French special forces ‘to protect’ Niger uranium mines
Syria hails U.S.-Russia chemical weapons deal as a ‘victory’ that averts war
Tampa police demonstrate RNC crowd control techniques
Snowden fate in balance as Cuba backs asylum bid
Bitcoin Mining Rush Means Real Cash for Hardware Makers
'The Hazards of Lending to Bitcoin Users'
Credit Suisse counters critics with $15.6 bln capital plan
Over 700 arrested so far in North Carolina 'Moral Monday' protests
Dallas mother sentenced to 99 years for gluing toddler’s hands to the wall
We’re in a worse position than in 2008: Marc Faber