July 5, 2024
DHS Says Four Year Delay Processing Asylum Request Is Reasonable
An asylum seeker sued USCIS claiming the four year wait is in violation of Congressional mandates. DHS states exceptional circumstances exist causing the delay.
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July 5, 2024
U.S. Supports Panama Removal Flight Program
The U.S. and Panama reached an agreement to reduce irregular migration through the region with the goal of reducing southern U.S. illegal crossings.
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July 3, 2024
Oklahoma Immigration Law Blocked
The Oklahoma immigration law set to go into effect July 1, 2024, has been blocked by a federal judge. Oklahoma joins several other states with blocked immigration laws.
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July 2, 2024
Extension and Redesignation of Haiti Temporary Protected Status Announced
Haiti Temporary Protected Status has been extended for an additional 18-months for qualifying individuals. Registration period opens July 1, 2024.
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June 28, 2024
Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Doctrine, Ending Longstanding Deference to U.S. Administrative Agencies
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the “Chevron deference,” which severely limited meaningful judicial review. The overturning of Chevron may prove highly beneficial for…
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June 27, 2024
DHS States Border Arrests Dropped by Over 40% Following Biden Executive Action
Arrests from illegal crossing at the U.S. southern border have dropped over 40% since the Biden asylum policy went into effect on June 5, 2024.
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June 27, 2024
Per Circuit Court, Expired Diversity Visas Cannot Be Processed
A district court ruled that expired diversity visas cannot be processed, citing Congressional action and some U.S. Supreme Court rulings. An estimated 17,000 individuals are…
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June 21, 2024
Supreme Court Rules Citizens Cannot Contest Denied Spousal Visa
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled U.S. citizens do not have the right to challenge a denied spousal visa.
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June 20, 2024
H-1B Rule Update Anticipated This Year with Possible Restrictions
A proposed rule addressing possible changes to the H-1B visa is expected to be finalized in 2024. If no changes are made, significant changes that will affect employers will be…
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June 20, 2024
DACA Holders May Be Eligible For H-1B Visas Under New Immigration Policy
A new policy may provide employment authorization including H-1B visas to current DACA holders and undocumented individuals, with a potential path to legal permanent resident…
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