82 New Immigration Judges Join Executive Office for Immigration Review as 3.2M Cases Backlog Grows
The Trump administration adds 82 new immigration judges to tackle a 3.2 million case backlog, sparking concerns over…
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U.S. Tightens Review of B-1/B-2 Visa Requests from Laid-Off H-1B Workers in 60-Day Grace
H-1B workers in 2026 face stricter USCIS scrutiny on visitor visa transitions, making timely transfers within the 60-day…
U.S. Homeland Security Reviews Social Media Screening for Visa Waiver Program Travelers
CBP scales back ESTA social media vetting plans, adopting a selective screening model with no changes expected until…
Southwest Airlines Bans Human-Like and Animal-Like Robots in Carry-On Bags
Southwest Airlines bans humanoid and animal-like robots from cabins and checked bags due to lithium-ion battery fire risks…
House Panel Proposes Highway Trust Fund Tax on All-Electric Vehicles
Rep. Sam Graves proposes new 2026 federal vehicle taxes: $200 for EVs, $100 for hybrids, and $20 for…
Czech Government Proposes 30-Day Absence Limit Under Lex Ukraine VII, Threatens Temporary Protection
Czechia proposes 30-day absence limits and residence rules for Ukrainians under temporary protection, while weighing long-term 5-year permits…
IRS Increases Overtime by $27M as Refund Fraud Surges, Watchdog Reports
A May 2026 TIGTA report reveals a $27M spike in IRS overtime and critical delays in stopping refund…
ICE Agent Charged in Shooting of Venezuelan Immigrant During Operation Metro Surge
Minnesota prosecutors charge ICE agent Christian Castro with assault for shooting a man during a 2026 operation, challenging…
Judge Blocks ICE from Arresting Immigrants at New York Courts Without Judicial Warrant
A federal court ruling and NY's Protect Our Courts Act now require ICE to have judicial warrants and…