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U.S. immigration policy tracker covering executive actions, congressional legislation, state-level laws, and federal agency updates from USCIS, ICE, CBP, and the Department of State.
Radiology Groups Back Bill to Exempt Physicians from $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
Bipartisan lawmakers introduce H.R. 7961 to exempt healthcare workers from a $100,000 H-1B fee, protecting rural hospitals and medical recruitment in 2026.
World Cup Visitors Urged to Exercise Caution as US Immigration Crackdown Intensifies
Human rights groups warn 2026 World Cup fans of U.S. travel risks, citing aggressive immigration vetting and potential…
Gov. Abbott Freezes H-1B Visas but Exempts State Contractors, Investigation Finds
Governor Abbott freezes new H-1B visa petitions for Texas state agencies and public universities until 2027, exempting private…
Justice Dept Targets 384 in New Denaturalization Push for Naturalization Fraud
The DOJ has launched a historic denaturalization effort targeting hundreds of Americans for citizenship revocation due to alleged…
Immigration Lawyers Warn $100,000 Fee Demands Hit H-1B Visa Holders Despite Exemptions
Attorneys warn that USCIS is demanding a $100,000 H-1B fee even for exempt cases, causing employer paralysis and…
Ending Birthright Citizenship Could Cost U.S. $7.7 Trillion, Hit California and Texas
Princeton study warns that ending U.S. birthright citizenship would cost the economy $7.7 trillion and increase the unauthorized…
King Charles III Faces Scrutiny as Prince Harry’s U.S. Visa Records Release Delayed
U.S. officials miss the deadline to release Prince Harry's visa records, delaying the legal battle over his immigration…
U.S. Embassy in Thailand Requires Visa Applicants to Open Social Media Profiles
The U.S. Embassy in Thailand now requires social media profiles to be public for expanded visa screening, affecting…
House Republicans Propose 3-Year H-1B Pause and $200,000 Salary Rule in 2026
Rep. Eli Crane proposes the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026, seeking a 3-year visa pause and…
IRS Warns 2021 Form 1040 Filers: Claim Recovery Rebate Credit to Avoid Penalties
IRS taxpayers have until July 10, 2026, to claim pandemic-era tax penalty refunds following the Kwong ruling and…