On August 21, 2026, a federal judge in the Southern District of New York struck down the State Department's ban on immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries, ruling that the policy exceeded the Secretary of State's authority and violated the nationality-discrimination prohibition built into U.S. immigration law.
New Jersey recently disclosed that a software error at the Motor Vehicle Commission caused roughly 6,600 people who had indicated they were not U.S. citizens to be registered to vote anyway, with a few hundred of them reportedly casting a ballot as a result. New Jersey is not the first state to...
For many immigrants, the United States represents opportunity, innovation, freedom, and the chance to build a better future. Throughout my career as an immigration attorney spanning more than three decades, I have had the privilege of helping thousands of individuals, families, entrepreneurs, students, researchers, physicians, and business leaders navigate the complexities of...
Recent changes at both the federal and state levels are significantly impacting which noncitizens are eligible to hold commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) in the United States.
Indiana is among the first states to implement stricter rules, creating new compliance risks for employers and foreign workers alike.
Recent developments suggest that visa applicants may face additional questioning during consular interviews related to their personal safety and conditions in their home country.
While visa interviews have always involved questions about eligibility and intent, these new areas of inquiry may have broader implications beyond the...
In recent years, the U.S. immigration system has been evolving in ways that are not always obvious. While policy changes often receive attention, another important shift is happening behind the scenes—how immigration cases are being reviewed and evaluated.
Government agencies are increasingly using structured data, technology, and advanced analysis...
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits to workplaces can be stressful, disruptive, and confusing. Whether you operate a law firm, a corporate office, a healthcare practice, a manufacturing facility, or a small business, knowing how to respond properly is critical.
A calm, informed response protects your organization, your employees,...
Federal prosecutors in New Jersey have charged several individuals accused of operating a fake immigration law firm and staging sham court proceedings to defraud immigrants.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the group allegedly posed as attorneys and government officials, created fraudulent documents using official-looking logos, and charged...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun taking a closer look at how forms and supporting documents are signed. In recent cases, USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) when signatures appear inconsistent with agency requirements.
These issues are avoidable, but...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the creation of a new Vetting Center aimed at strengthening immigration screening. USCIS says the center will centralize and strengthen vetting resources and support enhanced review efforts focused on identifying potential fraud, criminal activity, and other public safety or national security concerns.
