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The 5th Circuit's Buenrostro-Mendez v. Bondi decision has implications for detained nonimmigrants. Lawyers should adopt a framework for habeas relief based on the Fifth Amendment's due process clause.
The DOJ stated that a grant condition should only apply to a few programs, related to immigration status and diversity efforts.
The US is discussing sanctuary policies that could impact the lives of thousands of immigrants. What you need to know about this policy and how it may affect you.
The OPT program is at risk of fraud. Combating this issue is crucial, but it does not address the program's underlying problems. The Optional Practical Training (OPT) program allows students in the…
A California federal judge denied a request to block a new DOL rule reducing wages for H-2A seasonal farmworkers. The new rule lowers the wages for these workers.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to return a Colombian woman deported to the Congo. The judge ruled that her removal likely violated federal immigration law.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has demanded that Dallas Sheriff Marian Brown cooperate with ICE. This comes after the sheriff's refusal to enter into a cooperative agreement with federal…
The city of Social Circle, Georgia, is disputing ICE's decision to create a detention center. The city's infrastructure cannot support such a facility.
A former immigration judge in Massachusetts has sued the DOJ, alleging he was fired for his political views. The case could have significant implications for the US immigration system.
The H-1B program allows companies to hire foreign workers, but it also creates data security risks. Outsourcing data processing can lead to breaches of confidential information.
Recent months have seen a series of blockbuster fraud stories. The latest revelation comes from the Department of Homeland Security: massive abuse of the work program for former foreign students.…
A study found that criminal aliens released by sanctuary cities will be rearrested on average five more times within a decade. Even if it were true that 'most illegal aliens aren’t criminals', the…
The Green Card has undergone many changes since its introduction. Learn about the history of this important visa.
A bipartisan bill requires ICE to provide training on Tribal IDs to improve interaction with Native Americans. This comes after reports of Indigenous community members being swept up in immigration…
A federal judge may throw out the Trump administration's lawsuit against Boston. The city has a policy limiting cooperation with federal immigration agents.
The 1st Circuit Court has questioned the Trump administration's 3rd-country removal policy. The court considered a case involving deportation and diplomatic assurances.
The 3rd Circuit has temporarily blocked an order to share wage data with DHS, which may impact immigration enforcement investigations.
A US court has denied a protest by an air transportation company against its exclusion from a $1.4 billion immigration contract with DHS. The company failed to show it could perform the required work.
Asylum applicants are skipping immigration court at record levels. This is because many of them do not intend to seek asylum, but rather want to work in the US. According to the DOJ, millions of…
The new DUI bill may impact Green Card holders. Becoming a US citizen could be the safest step forward.
A new immigration bill could expand access to green cards for immigrant workers. The bill aims to stabilize the labor force and support immigrant families.
USCIS warns that even one mistake on Form I-485 can lead to rejection or processing delays. Learn how to avoid common errors.
USCIS will stop accepting paper checks and money orders. Payments must be made digitally starting October 29, 2025.
The US is introducing new entry and exit rules for non-citizens. The changes will take effect on December 26, 2025. All non-citizens, including Green Card holders, must comply with the new rules.
A Maryland federal judge said the DOJ misled the 4th Circuit in the Ábrego García appeal. The judge questioned how the removal of the accused could be imminent when he is still facing an indictment…
The state of New Jersey and one of its municipalities have temporarily paused their dispute over a planned immigrant detention center. The parties have reached an agreement with federal officials to…
The ACLU and other groups are supporting Michigan in its fight against an ICE detention center. The groups are asking the court to allow them to weigh in on the lawsuit filed by the state and the…
The US Department of Labor has suspended a data company's requests to hire foreign workers. The company is accused of discriminating against US-based job candidates.
Federal regulators, state motor vehicle agencies, and courts are re-examining the requirements for commercial driver's licenses. Changes may affect out-of-state drivers.
A Florida federal court has denied a stay of a preliminary injunction, ensuring access to counsel for detained non-citizens. This ruling is a significant step in protecting human rights.
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