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A Manhattan federal judge has narrowed the scope of former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander's upcoming trial. Lander was charged with obstructing a hallway at a building where Immigration and Customs…
The DOJ is asking a court to allow the deportation of Kilmar Ábrego García to Liberia. The court's decision could have significant implications for US immigration policy.
Following Canada's new citizenship law, thousands of Americans with Canadian ancestry have applied for proof of Canadian citizenship without intending to move to Canada.
The Trump Gold Card program sells green cards to foreigners for $1M. A court is seeking records on the program.
Permanent residence and citizenship in the US have significant differences. Learn why many green card holders become US citizens.
Maryland is trying to block an ICE detention center project. The project may harm the environment and public health.
The 9th Circuit has refused to revive a lawsuit against Bank of America, alleging discrimination against Iranian citizens. The bank had closed the plaintiff's account in error.
Detainees seek class action status due to poor conditions at the detention center. Inadequate medical care and poor food quality are among the issues.
A Florida federal judge pressed government lawyers for answers after legal service providers said officials violated a court order to ensure access to legal counsel.
The US Supreme Court is considering an appeal by GEO Group, which refuses to pay minimum wage to migrants. Washington State and migrants are urging the court to uphold the minimum wage ruling.
USCIS has rescinded a policy requiring automatic consideration of deferred removal for at-risk immigrant youth when a visa is unavailable. Decisions will now be made on a case-by-case basis.
Scholars argue that removing migrants to third countries without their consent is unlawful. This may affect many migrants, including Ukrainians. Learn more about this development and what it means…
The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that an immigration judge erred by terminating removal proceedings. The judge should have held in absentia proceedings instead.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has redefined substantive I-9 violations to include common administrative errors. Employers may face higher fines as a result. ICE expanded the…
The 2nd Circuit ruled that an individual who didn't appeal their initial deportation can't now challenge it. This decision is crucial for immigrants facing deportation.
A judge has expressed concern over immigrant bond denials. A report suggests immigrants may be denied bond regardless of merit.
A D.C. federal judge declined to halt the 'fast-track' deportation of Somalis. The judge ruled that the plaintiffs likely lacked standing to bring the challenge.
A Chinese researcher was sentenced to time served for smuggling E. coli DNA into the US. He spent over four months in custody.
The US Department of Justice has sued Michigan's Washtenaw County, alleging that local officials are obstructing federal immigration enforcement. The lawsuit was filed in federal court.
Legal services groups challenging changes to immigration appeals rules have agreed with the Trump administration to stay upcoming deadlines. The changes would have sped up deportation order appeals.
The Biden administration has created immigration chaos. It's essential to understand how this affects immigration cases.
Recent US Supreme Court rulings highlight the importance of judicial restraint. Judge J. Clifford Wallace emphasizes the need to preserve constitutional order.
The US Department of State has published a notice of proposed information collection for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). The program allows US citizens to register with US embassies…
The Colorado Court of Appeals upheld a law prohibiting immigration detention agreements. This ruling may impact immigration policies in the state.
US businesses face new financial regulations. Changes in reporting requirements may force companies to close. Read about the new FinCEN rules.
Latino New Yorkers accuse the Trump administration of racial profiling and warrantless arrests. The group claims the policy is based on an arrest quota. The Trump administration is facing a lawsuit…
The 10th Circuit Court has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging a green card denial. The court ruled that the applicant failed to provide requested information.
The US Department of Justice is trying to cut a program that provides legal assistance to noncitizens. This could affect many immigrants in the US.
The 3rd Circuit granted motions to file amicus briefs supporting Mahmoud Khalil's request for en banc review. This decision may have significant implications for US immigration policy.
The DIGNIDAD Act is a bill that could have significant implications for US immigration policy. It proposes to provide amnesty to undocumented immigrants, which could be unfair to those who came to…
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