Oliver Mercer

Oliver Mercer

As the Chief Editor at VisaVerge.com, Oliver Mercer is instrumental in steering the website's focus on immigration, visa, and travel news. His role encompasses curating and editing content, guiding a team of writers, and ensuring factual accuracy and relevance in every article. Under Oliver's leadership, VisaVerge.com has become a go-to source for clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date information, helping readers navigate the complexities of global immigration and travel with confidence and ease.
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US Homeland Security Raids New York, NJ Gurdwaras For Illegal Immigrants

US Homeland Security agents began inspecting gurdwaras in New York and New Jersey to identify undocumented immigrants, following…

How to Verify ICE Agents’ Identity

To verify ICE agents, ask for verbal confirmation, examine a business card, badge, and official credentials for authenticity.…

ICE Launches Enhanced Operations in Chicago

ICE began enhanced targeted immigration operations in Chicago on January 26, 2025, focusing on addressing specific concerns through…

Canada Study Permit Allocation by Province for 2025

Canada announced its 2025 study permit allocation, capping permits at 437,000, a 10% reduction to manage resources. Most…

Climate Activist Zain Haq Facing Deportation from Canada

Climate activist Zain Haq faces deportation from Canada to Pakistan on January 26, 2025. Despite activism and a…

Devon Island: Earth’s Largest Empty Island and Its Mars-Like Mystique

Devon Island in Canada's Arctic is the largest uninhabited island globally. Known for its Mars-like terrain, it hosts…

Canada Immigration Job Cuts Raise Concerns

Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to cut 3,300 jobs, about 25% of its workforce, aiming…

Donald Trump Expands Federal Role in Immigration Arrests

President Trump's 2025 executive orders expand U.S. immigration enforcement, deputizing thousands of federal agents, including military and local…

Expedited Removal Expansion Under Trump Immigration Policy

President Trump's proposed immigration policy expands expedited deportations, targeting millions, including those under temporary protections like TPS and…

Marc Miller: Canada’s Immigration Limits Amid Refugee Pressures

Canada faces growing pressures on its immigration system amid increased asylum claims and the U.S. refugee program suspension.…

Canada 2025 Study Permit Allocations & Changes Explained

Canada's 2025 study permit plan caps permits at 437,000, a 10% drop from 2024, addressing housing, healthcare, and…

Donald Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canada, Criticizes Trade Relations

Former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened 25% tariffs on Canadian goods, calling Canada "nasty" in trade during his…

Marc Miller Announces Incentives for Provinces to Accept More Asylum Seekers

Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller proposed incentives for provinces to accept more asylum seekers, aiming to ease urban…

Mexico’s Refusal of U.S. Deportation Flight

Mexico's refusal to accept a U.S. deportation flight on January 25, 2025, highlights escalating tensions over immigration policies.…

DHS to End Temporary Protected Status for Migrants

The Biden administration extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 1 million migrants, granting deportation protection until 2026.…