Governor Gavin Newsom Rethinks California Immigrant Health Care
California’s expansion of Medi-Cal to undocumented, low-income adults in 2024 caused a $6.2 billion funding shortfall. Emergency legislation…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Why International Travel to the United States Is Slowing on Visa Issues
U.S. international arrivals fell 4.2% in January 2026, marking a 9-month decline driven by visa issues, a strong…
Maricopa County Jail steps up immigration status checks at intake
The Maricopa County Jail employs comprehensive immigration screenings, repeated status checks, and 287(g) federal collaborations. Policy changes limit…
Legal Immigration Seen as Key Solution to US Workforce Shortage
America’s persistent workforce shortage threatens economic growth across construction, healthcare, and other key sectors. Legal immigration reform—including higher…
Kunal Oberoi Loses Green Card Over Old Pot Charge
Kunal Oberoi’s ICE detention for a 2018 marijuana conviction highlights how minor offenses can jeopardize green card holders’…
Episcopal Church Drops Resettlement Over White South Africans
The Episcopal Church has severed its four-decade partnership with the U.S. government over refugee resettlement, specifically objecting to…
REAL ID often comes with no extra fee compared to a standard license
REAL ID fees differ by state: some states charge no extra fee, others add $25–$30, especially for enhanced…
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients can get REAL ID
Most DACA recipients with valid Employment Authorization Documents and Social Security Numbers can obtain REAL ID cards or…
UK universities may face foreign student tax under Keir Starmer plan
The UK government plans a 6% foreign student tax, tightens university compliance, and cuts post-study work visas to…