Robert Pyne
Latvia Suspends Visa Exemption for Georgian Diplomats Amid EU Security Debate
Latvia suspended visa exemption for Georgian diplomats on June 17, 2025, responding to laws threatening democracy. Ordinary citizens…
How Does an RFE Affect the Marriage Green Card Timeline?
USCIS issues RFEs to verify marriage green card applications, requiring timely and complete responses using current forms. Failure…
USCIS Resumes Processing for U4U and Humanitarian Parole Applications
USCIS resumed processing pending humanitarian parole applications on June 9, 2025, after a federal court ruling. New U4U…
Kyrgyzstan and U.S. Discuss Potential Visa Restrictions Amid Review
Kyrgyzstan is under U.S. review for possible visa restrictions due to security concerns. No new restrictions apply as…
Milwaukee Police Report Increase in U Visa Applications by Undocumented Crime Victims
Rising U visa applications in Milwaukee reflect greater trust and awareness among undocumented crime victims. The local Sheriff’s…
Chobani CEO Highlights Immigration’s Role in Food System Functioning
Immigrants, including refugees, play a vital role in the U.S. food system, says Chobani CEO Ulukaya. The company’s…
UAE Visitors Urged to Renew Visas Early Amid Flight Delays and Demand
The UAE removed its 10-day visa grace period, imposing fines for overstays starting mid-2025. Visitors now benefit from…
Germany Eases Citizenship Rules While EU Tightens Visa Policies in 2025
The EU lowers the irregular stay threshold, ETIAS starts in 2026 requiring pre-travel authorization, and Germany reforms citizenship…
Has Sweden Accidentally Proposed Ending Permanent Residency for Swiss Citizens?
Recent Swedish immigration changes remove permanent residency for asylum seekers but maintain Swiss citizens’ rights under EU-Switzerland agreements.…
ICE Expands Detention Beds Through Controversial No-Bid Contracts
ICE uses no-bid contracts to rapidly increase detention beds with private prison firms. Expansion includes large new facilities…
LA Small Businesses Struggle Amid Second Week of Federal Immigration Raids
Federal immigration raids led by ICE since June 6, 2025, have severely disrupted Los Angeles’ economy. Small businesses…
Land Border Crossings with Armenia and Turkey Remain Open Amid Airspace Closures
As Iranian airspace stays closed due to conflict, land borders to Armenia and Turkey are vital evacuation points.…
Trump Administration Proposes Higher National Park Fees for Foreign Visitors
Starting in 2026, international visitors to U.S. national parks might pay additional fees to fund maintenance. The Trump…
JetBlue Cuts Flights and Staff Hours Amid Weak Travel Demand
Facing weak domestic travel demand and financial losses, JetBlue Airways cuts flights, reduces staff hours, and delays plane…
Protests Escalate Over Immigration Detentions in Greater Cincinnati
Immigration detentions at Butler County Jail spark protests after Emerson Colindres' June 2025 arrest. Around 375 detainees held…