August 6, 2026
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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August 5, 2026
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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August 5, 2026
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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July 29, 2026
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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July 29, 2026
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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July 29, 2026
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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July 29, 2026
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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July 28, 2026
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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July 27, 2026
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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July 24, 2026
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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