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A former immigration judge has filed a lawsuit alleging bias in their firing. The lawsuit claims that dozens of judges were fired or denied permanent positions due to bias.
The 11th US Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a decision to deport a Haitian man convicted of assault. This ruling may have significant implications for immigrants who have committed crimes.
The DOJ has filed complaints to revoke the citizenship of 17 individuals due to serious offenses. Learn more.
A Massachusetts federal judge ruled that President Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa payment constitutes a tax that Congress did not authorize the president to impose. The judge declared the fee unlawful…
A recent Green Card memo changes the adjustment of status process. This may affect applicants who must apply abroad.
Over 100 former prosecutors have expressed concern over the leadership of the US Attorney's office in Chicago, citing politicization of decisions.
US immigration prosecution for illegal entry is on the rise. What does this mean for migrants and what are the consequences?
Canadian citizenship can cost Americans less than a Caribbean vacation. Millions of Americans already qualify for a Canadian passport. The cost of citizenship in other countries can be much higher.
Bill C-3 has restored Canadian citizenship to descendants of Quebec migration. They can now obtain Canadian citizenship by descent.
Josh Duhamel, known for his role in the Transformers franchise, has become a Canadian citizen due to changes in the citizenship law. Millions of Americans have also gained Canadian citizenship.
A Massachusetts federal judge has blocked the USDA from conditioning funding for food programs. This ruling may impact access to food assistance for many families.
A Minnesota federal judge held ICE in contempt for releasing a detainee far from home without legal identification. The government attorney is now trying to appeal the contempt order.
Maryland's Business and Technology Case Management Program has been in place for over 20 years, showing its effectiveness but also areas for improvement. Bill Krulak from Miles & Stockbridge…
A dispute over border wall construction has intensified. The Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces in New Mexico is at odds with the federal government, which wants to build a wall on church-owned land.
The immigration appeals board has made a ruling that will change deportation rules. The decision concerns the 'social distinction' of a group that a person seeking deportation relief belongs to.
The US Senate has approved nearly $70B for ICE and Border Patrol. This will be used to implement President Donald Trump's immigration agenda.
A Rhode Island federal judge ruled that the indefinite hold on immigration applications is unlawful. This decision may affect citizens of 39 countries on President Donald Trump's travel ban list.
Colorado workers will no longer have to pay for their own personal protective equipment. The new law also guarantees restroom breaks for meat processing workers.
The OCC regulator believes concerns about President Trump's new order on immigration control in banks are overblown. The new order may affect immigrants in the US.
Two federal immigration attorneys have filed a class action against the US Department of Justice. They are seeking to restore telework accommodations for people with disabilities. The lawsuit…
A US court has ordered the government to pay $41,000 in attorney fees in a case involving the unlawful detention of an Afghan asylum-seeker. The ruling sets an important precedent in the fight for…
The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed changes to work permit rules for migrants. These changes may affect migrant status in the US. The Department of Homeland Security has proposed…
The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals is pressing the federal government and Texas to explain their stance on a law that allows unauthorized immigrants to receive in-state tuition. The court notes…
Changes to Canada's citizenship law now allow thousands of Americans with felonies to enter the country without rehabilitation. Previously, Americans with felonies faced significant barriers when…
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has clarified the approach to discretionary relief for aliens with convictions. Immigration judges must now consider not only the convictions, but also the…
For many California employers, immigration compliance has become a priority. Recent enforcement activity requires employers to shift from a reactive to a proactive and compliance-focused approach.
USCIS has introduced policy changes regarding green card acquisition. This change should improve the fairness and integrity of our immigration system.
A California federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to allow a detention center inspection in San Diego. The inspection will be conducted to check the conditions and…
There are two ways to control illegal immigration in the US: deportation and self-deportation. There are two approaches to solving this problem: 'body-armor' and 'briefcase' enforcement.
Labor scarcity can force a society to notice the people it has become accustomed to ignoring. If employers cannot endlessly draw on imported labor, they may eventually have to rediscover the men…
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