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Lula Says U.S. Revoked Brazil Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski’s Visa
On August 26, 2025, the U.S. revoked Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski’s visa amid a dispute tied to Jair Bolsonaro’s trial. This coincided with a 50% tariff on many Brazilian imports,…
U.S. 50% Tariff on Indian Goods Starts Aug 27; Three Exemptions
The U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on many Indian imports effective Aug 27, 2025. A narrow in-transit carveout…
Senator Mike Lee’s Call to Pause H‑1B Visas Ignites Tariffs Row
After viral, unproven allegations that Walmart bribed to hire Indian H-1B workers, Sen. Mike Lee asked whether to…
OPT in Crisis: Indian Students Face Collapse of Post‑Study Work Pathways
OPT continues in 2025 but with increased scrutiny: more audits, social media checks, narrower interview waivers, and possible…
Why a U.S. B1/B2 Visa Can Be Refused Despite a Strong Travel History
New 2026 U.S. visa rules and higher fees lead to increased B1/B2 denials for Indian professionals, despite strong…
Florida launches statewide crackdown on out‑of‑state immigrant truck drivers after deadly Turnpike crash
After an August 12, 2025 fatal Turnpike crash, Florida turned 23 weigh stations into immigration checkpoints, detaining undocumented…
Green‑Card Holder from Canton Held 10 Days Over Decades‑Old Marijuana Conviction
A Canton green-card holder was released after 10 days in ICE custody over an old marijuana conviction, illustrating…
Ethiopian Airlines Still Unable to Recover Frozen Eritrean Funds
Ethiopian Airlines cannot access USD 3 million frozen in Eritrea after failed legal efforts; Addis Ababa–Asmara flights were…
Augusta Regional Airport Adds Second Daily Flight to Dallas/Fort Worth
As of August 25, 2025, American Airlines offers two daily nonstop AGS–DFW flights year-round, typically on Embraer E175…
Catholic Charities East Bay Warns Community About Surge in Immigration Scams
(EAST BAY) Catholic Charities East Bay is warning the public about a surge in immigration scams that exploded…