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Judge Halts Trump Refugee Ban, Adding to Legal Pushback
A federal judge in Washington temporarily blocked President Trump’s refugee ban, halting its nationwide implementation. The executive order…
Saginaw Council Rejects Immigrant Resolution, Cites Federal Scrutiny Concerns
The Saginaw City Council rejected a resolution affirming the city as a welcoming community for immigrants, citing fears…
Undocumented Immigrants Weigh Family Bonds and Future in an Uncertain America
Undocumented immigrants in the US face uncertainty amid policy changes, affecting 11 million individuals and 6.3 million mixed-status…
Florida Sheriffs Association Leads New Push to Enforce Immigration Laws
Florida’s sheriffs, under new state laws and directives, will enforce stricter immigration measures, collaborating with ICE through 287(g)…
ICE to Hold Immigration Detainees at Remote NH Prison
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to use New Hampshire's Berlin federal prison for immigration detention, housing up…
South Africa Launches Trusted Tour Operator Visa, Welcomes First Visitors
South Africa launched the Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) on February 12, 2025, enabling faster digital visa processing…
No African Nations Included in U.S. 2025 Visa Waiver Program
As of February 2025, all 54 African countries remain excluded from the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP), requiring…
USCIS Releases Guidance on Cancelling Public Charge Bond with Form I-356
Form I-356 is used to request cancellation of a public charge bond. Eligible applicants include the alien, obligor,…
Failed EB-5 Investment: What It Means for Starting a New Application
A failed EB-5 investment complicates reapplication, impacting immigration status, financial recovery, and priority dates. Outcomes depend on project…
Legal Separation May Block Family Visa Path, But Exceptions Exist
As of 2024, legal separation generally disqualifies individuals from family-based visas through a US citizen spouse, as they…
Market Downturns and Job Losses: Impact on Conditional Green Card Cases
A market downturn can hinder job creation, crucial for conditional green card holders under the EB-5 program. Businesses…
How Investors from Non-Treaty Nations Can Access E-2 Visa Through Grenada
Investors from non-E-2 treaty countries like China or India can access U.S. E-2 visa benefits by obtaining citizenship…
EB-5 Job Creation Rules Ease for Investments in Troubled Businesses
EB-5 investors in troubled businesses can meet job requirements through job preservation instead of creation. Troubled businesses must…
Family Visa Process: What to Do If War or Disaster Erased Your Documents
If original marriage or birth certificates are unavailable due to war or disasters, USCIS accepts detailed explanations and…
How Naturalization Changes a Pending Family Visa Petition
If a sponsoring relative naturalizes during a family visa petition, applications may be reclassified. Spouses and minor children…