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A New Jersey federal judge has ordered the release of a Colombian man detained by ICE after an immigration judge's order. This ruling may have implications for similar cases.
The 9th Circuit ruled the BIA correctly denied a father's application to stay in the US, citing his son's age as a factor. The son, now 21, cannot support his father's eligibility for removal…
Migrants who remain in the US after a final removal order may face fines. Lawyers are urging a halt on these fines.
A DC federal judge is skeptical of a tribe's request to halt border wall construction in Arizona. The judge believes this would be an unprecedented decision.
A federal judge in Washington has refused to dismiss a lawsuit by immigrants challenging arrests by US marshals in DC Superior Court. The judge declared that marshals lack authority and necessary…
Exposing fraud in immigration programs is important, but it's equally important to address the problems with the programs themselves. Many of them are fundamentally flawed.
Colorado has introduced new notice requirements when reviewing I-9 documents. This may impact employers with employees in Colorado. The new requirements include a written notice and acknowledgment…
The number of people who lost or renounced their U.S. citizenship has increased by 68.5% in the second quarter of 2026, totaling nearly 1,800 individuals. The IRS reports a significant surge in…
A recent immigration order increases customer ID stakes for banks. Banks must prepare for increased scrutiny.
The Fifth Circuit granted the Trump administration's request to pause several lower court orders. This decision may impact immigration policy regarding detained non-US citizens.
The DOJ is attempting to activate the long-dormant 'Alien Terrorist Removal Court'. This court procedure has never been used in its 30 years of existence.
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate, is suing the federal government for allegedly abusing immigration laws to retaliate against him for his pro-Palestinian activism.
A financial services firm's executive threatened an immigrant worker after a lawsuit was filed over unpaid overtime claims. The worker has filed a complaint over the threats.
A US appeals court has ruled against a student in a deportation case. The ruling has implications for the immigration process.
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released a guide outlining the 50% rule, which can impact the sponsorship of multinational executives for immigration. Companies must be aware of…
The DOJ has stated that freedom of speech and religion cannot block the seizure of land from a diocese. The Trump administration is seeking to take 14 acres of land for a border security project.
New Jersey Gov. says a software glitch in the state's motor vehicle system registered about 6,600 individuals to vote, with roughly 400 of them voting. The governor has promised to take steps to…
A federal court has temporarily halted changes to TPS work authorization. This means employers should not reverify, suspend, or terminate employees based solely on the anticipated loss of…
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the work permit cutoff for TPS holders. This ruling may affect thousands of immigrants in the US.
US Supreme Court decisions in Trump v. Slaughter and Trump v. Cook mark a shift in agency strategy for companies. Attorneys at Holtzman Vogel discuss the implications.
Since Bill C-3 became a law on December 15, 2025, millions of Americans have found they qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent. This has led to a surge of applications for Canadian citizenship…
Prepare for your consular interview with our guide. Learn what documents to bring and what questions to expect.
DHS has rescinded the public charge rule introduced by the Biden administration. This change affects the definition of public charge for immigration officers.
USCIS corrects the interim final rule published on April 29, 2026. This correction will restore regulatory language that was unintentionally removed.
One year after the EU-US Turnberry agreement, we examine its current state. The deal has had a significant impact on trade flows and investment.
A Minnesota federal judge has dismissed a DOJ lawsuit challenging sanctuary policies in the state, ruling that they do not unlawfully attempt to regulate federal immigration enforcement.
Environmental groups are challenging the Trump administration's waiver of environmental laws for border wall construction. A lawsuit has been filed.
The 7th Circuit has backed an arbitrator's finding that a Chicago hotel flouted its collective bargaining agreement. The hotel cannot duck this ruling.
The US Supreme Court has made a ruling that weakens the rights of green card holders. The decision allows Customs and Border Protection officers to parole returning lawful permanent residents…
Three Venezuelan men have filed a lawsuit against airline contractors who flew them to El Salvador's CECOT prison. They claim the companies rushed to deport them without a hearing.
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