USCIS Can Now Deny Incomplete Benefits Request Applications Without An RFE

USCIS agents can now deny incomplete immigrant benefits applications without issuing a request for evidence.


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Birthright Citizenship Reconsideration Deadline Passes

With the end of the appeal deadline, the Supreme Court's June ruling on the executive order changing birthright citizenship stays in effect.


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Impact of U.S. Government Policy on Asylum Rates

Changes in U.S. asylum policy caused a rapid decrease in asylum application and acceptance rates over the past 18 months.


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BIA Clarifies Qualifications for Withholding of Removal

The BIA decision reinforces the need for credible evidence when filing for asylum and a withholding of removal.


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DOS Announces Pilot Program of Expedited Visa Appointments

The State Department announced a pilot program letting visa applicants apply for expedited appointments.


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Undocumented Immigrants Subject to Fees or Voluntary Removals

Undocumented immigrants face a choice between voluntary removal or paying fines of up to $1.8 million.


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DHS Updates Asylum System Rules

The DHS announced an interim final rule letting USCIS agents refer certain asylum applicants directly to immigration judges without an interview.


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Denaturalization Operations Increase

The DOJ planned on opening quadruple the number of denaturalization cases compared to the previous five years by October, 2026.


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Appeals Court Rejects Bid to Revive $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

A federal appeals court denied enforcement of the $100,000 H-1B fee for the duration of the appeals process.


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Government Weighs Up to $100,000 Bond for Some Green Card Applicants

The DOS announced a potential $100,000 bond payment of certain green card applicants applying outside the U.S.


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