Immigration Status
Coverage of U.S. immigration statuses and humanitarian protections including DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and asylum.
Eighty Asylum Seekers Allege Degrading Treatment Under One In, One Out
Asylum seekers at Harmondsworth detention centre are challenging the UK's 'One In, One Out' policy, alleging inhumane conditions and psychological harm. The UK government maintains the policy is essential for…
Noem: Venezuelans with TPS May Apply for Refugee Status
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that Venezuelans formerly covered by Temporary Protected Status (TPS) can now apply for…
California Judge Vacates TPS Termination for 60,000 Immigrants
Federal courts have blocked the termination of TPS for several countries, including Honduras and Nicaragua. These rulings restore…
Asylum Seeker Denied Chicago Casino Jackpot Under New USCIS Hold Policy
An asylum seeker in Chicago was denied a $1,250 jackpot at Bally’s casino due to disputes over his…
Judge Halts End of TPS for South Sudanese Immigrants Pending Litigation
A federal judge in Boston has temporarily halted the Trump administration's plan to end TPS for South Sudan.…
Lawmakers Urge DACA Holders to Renew Early Amid Renewals Push
DACA recipients must navigate a complex landscape of litigation and updated fees in 2025. To maintain protection, filing…
Trump-Era Rule Lets US Deny Asylum Based on Public Health Risks
A final rule effective December 31, 2025, enables the U.S. government to bar migrants from asylum if they…
US Could Block Asylum on Public Health Grounds Under Trump Rule
A new DHS regulation, effective December 31, 2025, permits the denial of asylum on public health grounds. By…
UK Work Visa Holders Turning to Asylum: Rising Trends and Impacts
Home Office figures show 12,200 work-visa holders claimed asylum in the UK in the year ending June 2025.…
Epping Forest Plans to House Asylum Seekers Withdrawn, Council Confirms
The Epping Forest Council has officially withdrawn its plan to convert Loppet Hall into asylum seeker housing following…