Shashank Singh
ICE Raids Spark Crisis of Faith, Forcing Churches to Take Extraordinary Action
The 2025 repeal of the Protected Areas policy allows ICE raids near churches, leading to attendance drops and…
More Cities and Counties Join Lawsuit to Block Trump Funding Cuts
Sanctuary and some non-sanctuary cities face federal funding cuts under Trump’s Executive Order 14,159, prompting lawsuits. Key jurisdictions…
India Faces Global Criticism Over Rohingya Forced Deportations at Sea
India’s forced deportation of Rohingya refugees into the Andaman Sea in May 2025 drew sharp criticism. The new…
Alameda County Law Library Sees Steady Demand for Immigration Law Info
Federal immigration policies like Project 2025 increase fear and legal complexity. Alameda County Law Library offers free, multilingual…
Tax Benefits and Credits for Immigrants in Rhode Island 2025
Rhode Island’s 2025 tax changes boost the Earned Income Tax Credit to 16%, offering refundable benefits to immigrant…
2025 Tax Benefits and Credits for Immigrants in New Mexico
In 2025, New Mexico immigrants benefit from inclusive state tax credits, including WFTC for ITIN holders. Federal Child…
Tax Benefits and Credits for Immigrants in Nevada in 2025
Nevada continues with no state income tax in 2025, offering immigrants financial relief. Immigrants depend solely on federal…
2025 Kentucky Tax Benefits and Credits Available to Immigrants
Kentucky immigrants with SSNs can claim the 25% state EITC and $2,200 federal child tax credit in 2025.…
Tax Benefits and Credits for Immigrants in Indiana in 2025
Indiana’s 2025 tax update keeps the Earned Income Tax Credit at 10% of the federal credit for legal…
Tax Benefits and Credits for Immigrants in California in 2025
For 2024 income, California’s expanded CalEITC and Young Child Tax Credit now include ITIN holders. Low-income immigrants, families…
Can Different Last Names on ID Documents Cause US Re-Entry Issues?
Since July 2025, mismatched last names on key identification documents lead to stricter U.S. border enforcement. Permanent residents,…
Can Missing Joint Utility Bills Impact Marriage-Based Green Card Renewal?
Effective July 2025, USCIS enforces stricter evidence and updated forms for marriage-based green cards. Detailed interviews and joint…
What It Means When Your Advance Parole Document Was Produced
Advance Parole documents issued by USCIS as of July 10, 2025, permit eligible applicants to travel and return…
What Does Pending Adjudication Mean in Legal and Application Contexts?
Pending adjudication occurs when your application or claim is being reviewed and no decision is made yet. You…
What It Means When Your Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed
USCIS mails the Oath Ceremony Notice (Form N-445) to schedule your citizenship ceremony. Review your notice carefully, prepare…