Parolee Immigration Relief Blocked Under Trump Orders — Then Restored by Court Ruling

In early 2025, the U.S. government halted immigration benefit applications for individuals paroled into the U.S. under humanitarian programs like CHNV (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela), Uniting for…

Trump v. CASA Inc. (Birthright Citizenship/Nationwide Injunctions)

Background On his first day back in office, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) No. 14160. This EO identifies circumstances in which a person born in the U.S. is not “subject to the…

Before the Green Card: A Brief History of U.S. Immigration Policy

Why Does The History of Immigration Law Still Matter? U.S. immigration law has evolved over more than two centuries, shaped by shifting security, labor, and social priorities. Today’s complex system…

Understanding the Proposed “Gold Card” Visa

Within the first two months of his second term, President Trump introduced a proposal for a new investment-based immigration option known as the “Gold Card.” Although this program is still in the…

Can a Reality Show Decide U.S. Citizenship? A Look at the Proposal Behind “The American”

A Controversial Concept Sparks Questions A recent media pitch has stimulated public debate and widespread confusion: a reality TV show titled The American, where immigrants would compete in…

Proposal to Fast-Track Tourist Visas from Trump Administration

A recently surfaced internal State Department memo has revealed an unannounced proposal from the Trump administration that would have charged a $1,000 fee to expedite tourist visa and non-immigrant…

What Happens When Asylum Rules Change? Insight Into Legal Shifts and Immigrant Rights

A Shifting Landscape for Asylum Seekers In recent years, changes to U.S. asylum policy have left many prospective applicants confused about their rights. The 2019 rule disqualified asylum-seekers who…

Parolee Immigration Relief Blocked Under Trump Orders — Then Restored by Court Ruling

In early 2025, the U.S. government halted immigration benefit applications for individuals paroled into the U.S. under humanitarian programs like CHNV (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela), Uniting for…

Understanding the New ‘One-Strike’ Immigration Policy

The Department of State recently announced a new immigration measure known as the “One-Strike Policy.” Introduced under the leadership of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, this initiative signals a…

From F-1 to H-1B: What International Students Need to Know About the Transition

Navigating the path from student to professional can be complex for any student, but can be especially challenging for an international student in the U.S. For many international students on F-1…