Immigrant New Yorkers Face Tougher 2025 Citizenship Exam Ahead
Starting Oct. 20, 2025, the civics test for Form N-400 filers will require 12 correct answers out of…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
Millions Face Changing Citizenship Rules Under 2025 Bills
In 2025, legislators proposed ending widespread dual citizenship and restricting birthright citizenship. One bill forces dual nationals to…
USCIS status for Ulster and Dutchess ceremonies remains unconfirmed
USCIS called off ceremonies in seven upstate counties, leaving Ulster and Dutchess applicants unsure about their own dates.…
US Pauses Afghan Visa Issuances, Tens of Thousands Affected
On Nov. 27, 2025, the U.S. paused visa issuances for Afghan passport holders, freezing the final SIV step…
Trump’s 2025 Immigration Crackdown Blocks Asylum at Ports of Entry
The Trump administration has paused all asylum grants and denials while sealing the southern border. This 'deep freeze'…
What the Law Really Says About Stripping Afghan Citizenship
Political talk about stripping citizenship has raised concerns, but the 14th Amendment and court precedent strongly protect naturalized…
Trump Admin Halts All Asylum Decisions Amid Vetting Push
After the Nov. 26, 2025 shooting, USCIS halted all asylum decisions indefinitely, directing officers to stop at decision…
Alternative Immigration Pathways When Asylum Is No Longer Pursued
Alternatives to asylum include U and T humanitarian visas, TPS, family sponsorship, and employer-based visas. Each path has…
Diversity Visa Processing After June 9, 2025 Ban: No Interviews
A June 2025 travel ban prevents most DV‑2025 selectees from 19 countries from moving forward with consular processing…