Legal
Court rulings, regulatory changes, and legal precedents shaping immigration law. Coverage of federal circuit decisions, BIA appeals, injunctions, and enforcement litigation that affect visa holders and applicants.
International Students Prevail in Court Over US Visa Cancellations
Thousands of international students in the US have had visas cancelled since March 2025, often for minor issues or protest participation. Legal action restored status for some, but new rules…
ICE targets criminal suspects for deportation before court hearings
ICE enforces immigration via expedited removal and courthouse arrests, creating controversy around due process and public trust. Though…
Previously Deported Salvadorian Arrested by U.S. Customs in McAllen
A 47-year-old previously deported Salvadorian with a criminal history was arrested by CBP in McAllen, Texas. The operation,…
Trump Deports Venezuelans Without Trial Amid Torture Claims
Trump deported 137 Venezuelans to El Salvador in March 2025 using an old war law. Many had no…
Supreme Court reviews limits on nationwide orders over birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court reviewed nationwide injunctions that halted President Trump’s order restricting birthright citizenship for children of non-citizen…
CGRS Immigration Judge Dashboard offers new view into asylum decisions
The CGRS Immigration Judge Dashboard offers unprecedented insight into U.S. asylum decisions, presenting detailed, anonymized data. Advocates analyze…
Priya Saxena wins court reprieve from deportation, can seek OPT
Indian PhD graduate Priya Saxena secured court protection against deportation following a minor traffic infraction and visa loss,…
Illinois E-Verify Law still requires employer compliance despite DOJ lawsuit
Illinois E-Verify Law requires employers to post bilingual notices, give audit notifications, and ensure training attestation starting January…
Cuban judge accused of repression seeks US residency under special law
Former Cuban judge Amalio Alfaro Matos, accused of political repression, seeks U.S. residency via the Cuban Adjustment Act.…
Governor Ivey signs Senate Bill 158 banning foreign licenses as voter ID
Governor Ivey signed Alabama’s Senate Bills 158 and 63, restricting foreign driver licenses for voting and expanding biometric…