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.
States Push Back on Federal Data Access in Immigration Enforcement
The battle over federal access to personal data is forcing new legal strategies in immigration court. As DHS scales up verification through programs like SAVE and biometric expansion, state-level resistance…
Treasury and IRS Propose Higher TPSO Backup Withholding Thresholds
The IRS proposed new rules for payment platforms regarding backup withholding. Starting for tax years after 2024, withholding…
Oregon lawyers seek preliminary injunction to halt ICE warrantless arrests
A federal motion in Oregon seeks a preliminary injunction to stop ICE from making warrantless arrests without documenting…
Judge Halts Trump Plan to End Family Reunification Parole
A federal judge has temporarily halted the DHS's January 2026 termination of the Family Reunification Parole programs. The…
Texas Teen and Mother Detained by ICE During Routine San Antonio Check-In
A San Antonio high school senior and her mother were detained by ICE during a scheduled check-in. The…
Maryland bill would bar ICE agents hired under Trump from state police
Maryland is considering the ICE Breaker Act of 2026 to block newly hired ICE agents from state police…
Advocates Expand Legal Aid as Immigration Enforcement Intensifies
Current high-intensity immigration enforcement requires fast legal action. The article outlines key defenses like asylum and CAT, explains…
H-4 Spouses Challenge DHS Rule Ending Automatic EAD Extensions
A federal lawsuit in California is challenging the DHS decision to end automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents…
ROR vs RNOR: How Indian Tax Residency Impacts U.S. Migrants
The shift from RNOR to ROR status means India can tax your global income, including U.S. wages. To…
NRIs in the U.S.: Tax Implications for India and the USA
Understanding the tax shift from RNOR to ROR is vital for NRIs with U.S. investments. This article details…