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A recent Politico report on ICE leadership has raised questions about the loyalty of some officials. The article has sparked a heated debate in Washington.
A California appellate court has vacated an immigrant's conviction for assault with attempt to commit rape. The court found that his lawyers failed to inform him of a change in case law that could…
A coalition of states has informed a federal judge that ICE may have obtained Medicaid data despite a court order. This could affect citizens and green card holders.
The US Supreme Court will hear a case on birthright citizenship. The court will consider citizenship for children of non-residents.
A federal judge in Arizona has rejected an appeal against the construction of a border wall. The court ruling allows for the construction of 41 miles of the wall.
A Minnesota federal judge has ordered ICE to restore attorney access at the Whipple detention facility. The judge criticized ICE for errors and misquotes in the attorney access case.
House Speaker Mike Johnson introduced a DHS funding plan, which may impact US immigration processes.
The US Department of Labor has proposed a new rule that could increase the wages of foreign workers by $6.5 billion. This could significantly impact high-skilled workers. The proposed rule would…
A former Cognizant employee claims he was fired for complaining about discrimination. The company argues the employee was uncooperative and lacked evidence.
Immigration rules already require officers to determine if a marriage is valid. This can be used to check cultural compatibility. US immigration rules already contain mechanisms for cultural…
The US Senate has passed a bill to fund DHS, which may have significant implications for immigration law. The bill separates ICE and CBP funding from other DHS agencies.
Greece and the US have begun cooperating on migration and asylum. The goal is to enhance cooperation and share best practices.
The US Department of Justice has admitted to mistakenly citing an ICE memo to justify arrests in courts. The memo does not apply to arrests in courts.
A DC federal judge has rejected a bid to void the US deal with El Salvador to detain deported migrants. The judge found that the advocacy groups lacked standing.
The US Supreme Court will review the TPS program, affecting 5,000 Ethiopian migrants. The program's fate hangs in the balance.
The 11th Circuit panel is debating whether immigrants who didn't seek authorized entry at the border can be considered perpetually seeking admission and subject to mandatory detention without bond.…
JBS faces a lawsuit over alleged race-based discrimination and labor violations. Haitian workers filed a lawsuit against JBS USA Food Co.
US sanctuary policies can have significant consequences. The House Judiciary Committee will examine this issue. Fairfax County's sanctuary policy may set a precedent for other regions.
The Secretary of State has submitted the annual report on human rights abuses. The report includes information on individuals responsible for serious human rights abuses.
USCIS has toughened its enforcement policies after a new AAO decision. Withdrawing a petition does not negate liability for illegal conduct. USCIS may document fraud or willful misrepresentation…
A 10th Circuit panel expressed skepticism about Oklahoma's law that attempts to make it a crime for unauthorized immigrants to live in the state.
Increased funding and activity by ICE lead to lawsuits. Local lawmakers and advocacy groups are concerned about the agency's approach.
The US Department of Justice is accused of unlawfully accelerating the removal proceedings for Somali immigrants, creating unequal conditions for defense in immigration courts. The US immigration…
Foreign workers have won a labor suit against a healthcare system. The court ruled to transfer the case to North Carolina, stating it could have been filed there initially.
A New Jersey judge is being questioned over deportation threats made to minors. A disciplinary hearing is underway for contempt of court.
The 8th Circuit Court has ruled in favor of no-bond detention for unauthorized migrants. This decision may impact many undocumented migrants.
New Jersey Governor signs three laws to protect immigrants, limiting cooperation with federal authorities and requiring police to identify themselves.
The Laken Riley Act may hold the key to resolving 18,000 alien habeas suits. This law gives states more power over immigration.
Michigan and the city of Romulus have sued DHS and ICE to block the planned conversion of a warehouse into a 500-bed immigration detention center.
The US Supreme Court is weighing in on an asylum turnback case, struggling to define when a noncitizen 'arrives in' the US. The court is debating what constitutes 'arrival'.
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