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.
Top questions about Immigration
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes occurred in immigration enforcement policies in 2025?
What are the risks for people with pending immigration applications under current policies?
People with pending applications and no criminal record may be less likely to face removal under Biden, but there are no guarantees.
Read: Comparing Deportation Policies Under Obama, Trump, and Biden AdministrationsWhat are the key developments in immigration policies for 2025-2026?
Applicants face national-origin-based holds and enhanced security vetting under new policy developments, with an indefinite pause delaying green card processing for certain countries without being an outright denial.
Read: Immigration Suspensions Spark Discrimination Concerns Amid National Security JustificationsWhat are the main defense strategies for immigrants facing increased enforcement under Immigration 2026?
Immigrants can protect their liberty through bond and procedural challenges in immigration court, and protect their benefits by preparing for USCIS holds, re-reviews, and follow-up evidence requests.
Read: House Judiciary Committee Advances Immigration 2026 Bills with Stephen MillerWhat are the potential risks for immigrants with pending cases due to these policy changes?
Immigrants with pending cases face higher arrest risks and should be aware that they could still be arrested by ICE if they are believed to be in the country without legal status.
Read: ICE Expands Arrest Discretion Near Courthouses Amid Legal ConcernsIs There a Different I-485 Filing Fee for Elderly Applicants?
Elderly immigrants filing Form I-485 pay the full $1,440 fee, except those 79+ who skip the biometric fee. Fee waivers apply only for financial hardship, not age. All must use…
Are Children Required to Take the Oath of Allegiance for Citizenship?
Children under 14 do not need to take the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens, but those…
ICE Raids and Immigration Fears Overshadow LA Eucharistic Pilgrimage
In June 2025, ICE raids with military support intensified in Los Angeles, causing fear and economic losses. The…
Indonesia and Australia Strengthen Cooperation on Immigration and Security
Indonesia and Australia announced strengthened immigration and security cooperation on June 24, 2025, within their CSP 2025-2029. Programs…
Rally Opposes Federal Immigration Crackdown After ICE Arrest at McLean Courthouse
ICE’s June 2025 arrest at McLean County courthouse of Emmanuel Marroquin-Jimenez, with past felony, sparked protests. Illinois Trust…
Supreme Court Reviews Birthright Citizenship and Redistricting Cases
In 2025, the Supreme Court reviews Trump’s attempt to end U.S. birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens and…
Foreigners Married to Vietnamese Can Obtain Citizenship Without Residency
In 2025, Vietnam reformed its nationality law, removing residency and language requirements, permitting dual citizenship with approval, and…
Tate Highlights Northern Border as Emerging Illegal Immigration Hotspot
Illegal immigration arrests surged in 2025 at the U.S. northern border, especially in Maine, as southern border enforcement…
Trump Administration Launches Record-Breaking Immigration Enforcement Blitz
The Trump administration’s June 2025 crackdown includes record ICE arrests and an expanded travel ban affecting 19 countries,…
Masked Immigration Agents in L.A. Spark Fear and Confuse Police
Los Angeles saw masked ICE raids in June 2025, fueling fear and protests. California plans to expand SB…