Immigration
Policy changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments shaping U.S. immigration in 2026. From executive orders and congressional bills to USCIS processing updates — analysis that cuts through the noise.
Illinois Files Federal Suit Over ‘Trump’s Invasion’ of Chicago
Illinois sued on October 6, 2025 to halt federalized National Guard deployments to Chicago, challenging use of 10 U.S.C. § 12406, alleging Posse Comitatus and 10th Amendment violations, and seeking…
Canada Faces 60–70% Plunge in International Students Under New Rules
After policy changes in 2025, Canada’s international student arrivals plunged—44,105 Jan–July (69% down), approvals at 30% and study-permit…
Joyful Day of the Dead Celebrations Across US Latino Communities
Day of the Dead ceremonies in 2025 drew record crowds across U.S. cities despite raid fears. Events like…
Iran Expands Online Schooling for Afghan Deportees Amid Controversy
On October 25, 2025, Iran pledged online schooling for Afghan students amid deportations that cut enrollment from 600,000…
ICE Leadership Shake-Up Drives Tougher Colorado Immigration Climate
A nationwide ICE leadership purge starting October 24, 2025 reassigned Denver director Robert Guadian and is installing Border…
Inside Dominica: The Country with Visa-Free Entry for Most Travelers
Dominica maintained an open-entry policy in 2025, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to around 180 countries to boost…
How Migrants Stall Deportation by Claiming Slavery Abroad (NRM)
Claims of trafficking or modern slavery linked to Libya activate the NRM, halting deportations for a two-stage Home…
Auburn Strengthens Flock Safeguards After Immigration Access Incident
Auburn disabled Flock’s National Lookup after a UW report found Border Patrol accessed the system in October 2025.…
Cuban Deportations to Mexico Under Trump: Uncertain Futures
Hundreds of Cubans detained in Florida tent camps since July 2025 face accelerated deportations after humanitarian parole ended…
US Proposes Mandatory DNA and Biometrics for Immigration Applicants
On November 3, 2025 DHS proposed mandatory DNA and broader biometrics for all immigration applicants, including infants and…