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What a Federal Government Shutdown Means for Immigration Cases
When Congress fails to pass funding legislation or a continuing resolution, many federal agencies must curb or halt operations. In the immigration context, the consequences can ripple through USCIS, EOIR (immigration courts), the State Department Read More >>
Increased Scrutiny on Proving Good Moral Character for Naturalization Applicants
Overview of the August 15, 2025 USCIS Memo On August 15, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new Policy Memorandum (PM-602-0188) that changes the way officers evaluate the "good moral character" (GMC) Read More >>
DACA’s Current Status
The status of DACA has changed very little in the years since several states filed a lawsuit in Texas to attempt to end DACA almost five years ago. The most recent developments are from earlier Read More >>
Understanding the New Immigration Bond Landscape: What You Need to Know
The Laken Riley Act: What It Does In January 2025, Congress passed—and President Trump signed—the Laken Riley Act, which broadens the scope of mandatory immigration detention. The Laken Riley Act erodes due process and means Read More >>
Updates on the 2023 Designation of TPS for Venezuela
In January 2025, the Trump Administration tried to end Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans who registered under the 2023 designation. The Biden administration had previously announced an extension. TPS stakeholders filed a lawsuit to enjoin Read More >>
Warning: Fraudulent VAWA Applications Filed by Unscrupulous Lawyers
At our office, we are increasingly alarmed by a troubling trend: some unscrupulous lawyers are filing fraudulent applications under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) on behalf of unsuspecting clients. These lawyers promise “magic” solutions—work Read More >>