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Implications of the 2025 NSS for Immigration, India, and NRIs
The 2025 NSS centers immigration on national security, tightening border control and vetting for work, student, and family visas. India…
Detained Filipino Faces Deportation Amid Alleged Medical Neglect
A Filipino detainee may be deported despite a severe medical crisis that could lead to amputation. Advocates allege delayed care…
Most Immigrants Arrested in D.C. Crackdown Had No Criminal Records
Mid-2025 data show the D.C. crackdown detained mostly non-convicted individuals: about 30% had convictions, 27% had pending charges, and non-criminal…
Tufts PhD student detained by ICE seeks visa restoration in court
Turkish PhD student Rümeysa Öztürk was arrested after her F-1 visa was revoked, held 45 days with health issues, and…
Hajibeyli Urges Turkey to Block Deportation to Azerbaijan Over Risk
Azerbaijani opposition figure Gultekin Hajibeyli was detained in Istanbul despite a valid two-year residence permit and denied contact with lawyers;…
US Lawmakers and Rights Groups Condemn 19-Country Immigration Halt
A June 4, 2025 order halts most visa processing for 19 countries, citing security gaps and overstay concerns. Critics warn…
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. Minnesota’s Somali…
U.S. Citizenship Changes Effective Oct 20, 2025 for 2025–26 Applicants
Naturalization in 2025–26 introduces a 128-question civics test requiring 12 correct answers, higher fees ($710 online), electronic payments, and a…