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A former immigration judge has filed a bias suit against the US Department of Justice, arguing that Trump can't skirt bias laws. The judge claims the president can't commit unlawful discrimination.
A group of former immigrant detainees urged a Colorado federal judge to reject The GEO Group Inc.'s latest bid for a quick appeal. The detainees argue that the company is trying to relitigate a…
If you're planning to attend the Canadian Grand Prix, you may be denied entry due to a crime. Learn what to do. Americans heading to the Canadian Grand Prix could be denied entry due to a misdemeanor.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that an alien was not deprived of due process when served with English-language notice. The court emphasized that aliens must take responsibility for…
A Police Clearance Certificate is required for immigration purposes. Learn who needs one and how to get it. The certificate is a crucial document for US immigration.
The US Department of Justice has sued New Mexico and Albuquerque over the state's limits on federal immigration cooperation. The DOJ claims these measures obstruct federal powers.
The US Department of Homeland Security has urged a Texas federal court to dismiss a lawsuit from Latino US citizens accusing the agency of unlawfully requiring citizens to carry proof of…
The 6th Circuit has ruled in favor of bond hearings for noncitizens detained in the US, joining the 2nd and 11th Circuits.
New Jersey is fighting a federal lawsuit seeking access to state property without a warrant. Governor Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order limiting immigration officials' access.
Rochester is challenging the federal government's decision on its sanctuary policies. The city claims the federal government is premature in seeking a quick win.
Canada is fast-tracking citizenship certificates for trans Americans due to changes in Canada's Citizenship Act.
Thousands of Americans have found that a Canadian passport can be the perfect backup plan. Canada eliminated the generational limit to inheriting Canadian citizenship for people born before December…
USCIS is introducing new rules for immigration benefit requests. Requests without a valid signature may now be rejected or denied.
The Trump administration will challenge a decision on fast-track immigration appeals. This may lead to changes in the immigration appeals process.
DHS has 2 weeks to reimburse shelter program grantees. An Illinois federal judge ordered the government to comply.
Former H-2A workers have reached an $850,000 settlement with a turf farm over unpaid overtime. The deal was announced in a Missouri federal court.
The DC Circuit ruled that the Trump administration cannot reinstate a policy requiring lawmakers to provide a week's notice before visiting immigration detention centers. The decision is a…
A former US diplomat who pleaded guilty to spying for Cuba may lose his citizenship. The US government has initiated a denaturalization procedure.
A prosecutor is under investigation for withholding information in an immigration case. The investigation is being conducted by a federal judge.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has updated its employment verification guidance, which may impact employers. Attorneys recommend self-auditing existing records and strengthening Form I-9…
Marco Rubio emphasized the importance of assimilation for immigrants in the US. His remarks highlight the challenge of integrating into American society.
Greece and the US have discussed migration and asylum issues. The Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum met with US Department of Homeland Security officials to discuss illegal migration and the…
The 11th Circuit has rejected the Trump II 'mass detention' policy for illegal entrants. This ruling may have significant implications for US immigration policy.
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced new rules for open-ended stays in the US, affecting F, J, and I visa programs.
The 11th Circuit rejected the Trump-era no-bond detention policy, deepening a circuit split on the issue. The ruling affects noncitizens who entered the US unlawfully.
A 1st Circuit panel appeared skeptical of reviving a suit over immigration records. If the process is unfair, it's Congress' job to fix it.
A Massachusetts court has overturned a guilty plea due to inadequate warning about immigration consequences. The court ruled that the defendant was not properly warned about the immigration…
A DC federal judge ruled that ICE guidance violates his previous order. The judge believes the agency must determine if a person is likely to escape before making a warrantless arrest.
In recent decades, we've conducted two large-scale social experiments that show what happens to the integrity of the immigration system when politicians overwhelm it. The new immigration reform may…
A Colorado county DA and sheriff are challenging a law governing certifications for immigrant crime victims. They argue the law is unconstitutional and compels officials to approve visa…
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