Oliver Mercer
Street Vendors Demand Protections Amid Trump Immigration Crackdown
Federal immigration sweeps have scared customers and vendors, cutting income. High numbers operate without permits; Washington cites three‑quarters…
Few Somalis in Minnesota Face Final Deportation Orders, Experts Say
Planned ICE actions in Minneapolis–St. Paul target people with final deportation orders; advocates warn hundreds could be affected.…
Venezuela Accepts U.S. Deportation Flights After Trump Closes Airspace
Despite heated rhetoric and U.S. warnings to avoid Venezuelan airspace, Venezuela continues receiving biweekly deportation flights. Over 13,000…
IndiGo OTP at 35% as crews lag under new FDTL norms
IndiGo’s OTP fell to 35% on December 2, 2025 as new FDTL rules exacerbated a crew shortage. November…
Jaishankar: Trump H-1B fee hike shows double standards; net losers
S. Jaishankar criticized U.S. H‑1B reforms after a Sept. 2025 rule requiring a $100,000 one‑time fee for new…
Frankfurt Airport Sees Rise in Coercive Deportation Measures
A report documents 1,189 uses of coercive measures at Frankfurt Airport — up 21.5% year‑on‑year — linked to…
Proactive H-1B Networking in a Tough 2025 Job Market
A sharp 2025 decline in H-1B approvals means candidates need a 6–18 month plan emphasizing early networking, targeted…
Traveling Abroad with Approved I-140: Key Steps and Documentation
I-140 approval supports your green card case but doesn’t grant re-entry. Travel rules depend on current visa status,…
Negotiating Salary When Prevailing Wage Sets Your Floor: Strategies
On government-funded projects, prevailing wages set a legally required minimum for specific jobs. Covered workers may request higher…
Tech Layoffs in 2025 Reshape H-1B Sponsorship and Talent Strategy
2025 tech layoffs have depressed H-1B demand, lowering registrations by 38% to 470,000. A $100,000 filing fee and…
How to Read Your LCA and Find the Correct Wage Level
Obtain the certified LCA to confirm the employer pays at least the higher of prevailing or actual wage.…
PERM Analyst Review: What It Means and Typical Timeframes
The DOL now lists PERM Analyst Review at a 472-day average (15 months, 17 days), processing June 2024…
Can You Switch Visas and Still Apply for a Green Card?
You can pursue a Green Card on H-1B and continue after switching visas by maintaining lawful status, securing…
Compelling Circumstances EAD: Lifeline for H-1B Workers with I-140
Eligible H-1B professionals with an approved I-140 can seek a discretionary one-year EAD by filing Form I-765 and…
Canada, Australia, and Germany: PR Paths for Tech Professionals in 2025
For tech professionals in 2025, Canada typically offers the quickest PR via Express Entry and tech PNPs. Australia…