Legal
Your hub for trusted information and recent advancements in U.S. immigration. We provide immigrants across the globe with authoritative resources and up-to-date insights on U.S. immigration laws, policy shifts, and processes. Empower your journey with our expert guidance and tools to navigate the complexities of immigrating to the U.S. with confidence.
Texas AG Arrests 35 Immigrants Under New 287(g) Statewide Authority
Under a 287(g) deal effective Jan 31, 2025, the Texas AG’s office detained 35 immigrants in October, gaining statewide authority—under ICE supervision—to question, arrest, and transfer non-citizens. Supporters cite improved…
Nine Undocumented Immigrants Arrested in New York Enforcement Operation
In October 2025, ICE and federal partners arrested 14 people on Canal Street, including nine undocumented immigrants, targeting…
Bridgeport Considers New Limits on Police Cooperation with ICE
Bridgeport officials advanced a resolution on October 22, 2025, to limit local cooperation with ICE beyond the Trust…
ICE Lodges Detainer for Rape Suspect in Pritzker’s Sanctuary Chicago
ICE lodged a detainer for Leyter Arauz-Medina after an alleged August 31, 2025 rape in Chicago. He faces…
Education Department Immigration Policy Dismissed, Case Under Review
A judge provisionally dismissed a suit over an Education Department rule requiring immigration documents from Native American students…
Cotton Urges DHS to Review Biden-Era Visas After Louisiana Hamas Case
Following an indictment of an alleged Hamas affiliate arrested in Louisiana, Sen. Tom Cotton urged DHS to audit…
Lawyers and Judges Struggle to Adapt to 2025 Immigration Policy Shifts
In 2025 fast policy changes and judge turnover disrupted immigration courts: expedited removals expanded, relief like DACA narrowed,…
GIP Expands Strategic Advisory for U.S. New Office L-1A Filings
Global Immigration Partners now offers an enhanced L-1A advisory package for new U.S. offices, focusing on business plans,…
Impact of Immigration Enforcement on Immigrant Labor and Markets
By 2025, stepped-up Secure Communities enforcement reduced undocumented employment and caused labor shortages in key sectors. Employers faced…
Grave concerns over asylum rights under the EU migration pact
Approved in 2024 and effective June 2026, the EU Pact speeds border processing, expands detention, and limits appeals,…