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.
Cruz and Crane push citizenship-proof for federal elections
In October 2025, Sen. Cruz and Rep. Crane asked the EAC to require documentary proof of citizenship—passport, birth certificate or naturalization certificate—on the federal voter registration form. Backed by Republican…
Immigration Enforcement Near CPS Sparks Questions on Student Safety
After federal rollbacks in 2025, CPS reiterates it will not allow ICE into schools without a judge’s criminal…
Staying in the U.S. through Marriage: A Practical Guide for Immigrants
USCIS now demands civil marriage certificates (effective March 3, 2025) and tightens checks on marriage validity. K-1 visas…
EPCSO Adopts Detention-Based WSO Model Under SB 8 Immigration Law
EPCSO chose the Warrant Service Officer model under SB 8 to limit immigration enforcement to jail settings. Detention…
NYC Protests Escalate as ICE Targets Vendors on Canal Street
ICE conducted a targeted raid on Canal Street on October 21, 2025, arresting nine immigrants linked to counterfeit…
Do Banks Reserve $300k H1B Roles for Foreign Hires?
Public records indicate banks mainly use H-1B sponsorship for tech and quant roles paying typically $100k–$200k; $300k+ pay…
Tallahassee Has Not Upheld ICE 287(g) Pact, Review Continues
Tallahassee has not approved the 287(g) ICE pact. A June 2025 3–2 vote reopened review; the city seeks…
Three Key F-1 Visa Policy Changes You Must Know Now
A US$100,000 fee will apply to H-1B filings made abroad after late September 2025, while in‑U.S. change-of-status petitions…
Visa Delays After Government Shutdowns: Practical Steps to Cope
The almost three-week shutdown in 2025 caused visa delays affecting students, workers, families, and tourists. LCAs were paused,…
Remain in Mexico 2.0: Implications for Asylum Seekers
Remain in Mexico 2.0, reinstated in 2025, returns many asylum seekers to Mexico for hearings via video or…