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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Elon Musk Confirmed as Special Government Employee by White House

Elon Musk has joined the U.S. government as a "special government employee," leading the Department of Government Efficiency…

DOJ Issues Stop-Work Order, Halting Immigrant Legal Aid Programs

The DOJ has halted nonprofit legal aid programs for immigrants, citing a 2025 executive order, leaving thousands unrepresented…

55% of International Students in Canada Face Housing Challenges

A survey shows 55% of international students in Canada face housing struggles, exacerbated by racial discrimination and financial…

Trump Administration Immigration Crackdown: Some Detainees Released in U.S.

The Trump administration's immigration crackdown led to the release of some detainees due to detention facility overcrowding, legal…

Canada’s Retaliatory Tariffs: Full List of U.S. Goods Targeted

Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on $155 billion worth of U.S. imports due to U.S. tariffs. Phase one begins…

Trump Escalates EU Tariff Threats, Schedules Calls with Canada, Mexico

President Trump escalates global trade tensions, threatening EU tariffs while imposing 25% levies on Canada and Mexico, effective…

Telugu Student Sampada Aduulla Killed in Lake Grove Hit-and-Run

Sampada Aduulla, a 24-year-old Telugu student in Lake Grove, New York, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident…

Canada Imposes 25% Tariffs on U.S. EVs, Including Teslas

Canada has imposed 25% tariffs on U.S.-made electric vehicles, including Tesla, in retaliation to U.S. tariffs. This move,…

Thousands Protest Immigration Policies in Downtown Los Angeles

On February 2, 2025, thousands protested in downtown Los Angeles against President Trump’s aggressive immigration policies. Demonstrators, including…

How Canada, China, and Mexico Reacted to Trump’s Tariffs

Canada, Mexico, and China have responded strongly to Trump's tariffs. Canada and Mexico imposed retaliatory tariffs targeting U.S.…

Canada’s Ban on American Liquor: The Elephant in the Room Everyone Keeps Ignoring

Canada's ban on U.S. liquor, a response to American tariffs, disrupts trade and consumer habits. Canadians, forced to…

Daniel Noboa Finalizes Ecuador-Canada Free Trade Agreement

Ecuador and Canada finalized a free trade agreement, enhancing economic ties with reduced tariffs, improved market access, digital…

Canada’s Tariffs on the US: Top 5 Imports & How It Hits Your Wallet

Canada plans retaliatory 25% tariffs on U.S. goods after U.S. imposed similar tariffs on imports. Key U.S. imports…

Canada Sets 2025 Quotas for International Experience Canada Work Permits

Canada's 2025 International Experience Canada (IEC) program outlines LMIA-exempt work permit quotas for youth from countries with bilateral…

Premier David Eby Responds to Trump Tariffs with Immediate Counter-Measures

Premier David Eby vowed to counter U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods with swift measures, including banning "red state"…