U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

A federal judge ordered U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to resume processing I-765 employment authorization applications for noncitizens from 39 countries after a lawsuit argued the freeze violated immigration laws. The judge rejected USCIS's claim that policy memos freezing applications were shielded from judicial review, stating they constituted final agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act.

Laura Pinho, a California dance teacher and CODEPINK activist, married a man from Gaza in April to provide him U.S. citizenship, which led to an investigation by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The U.S. government has indicated she should expect prosecution related to this marriage.

New guidance from the Trump administration under the Violence Against Women Act is making it harder for immigrant domestic violence survivors to obtain legal status, according to advocates. A Michigan attorney's client, who experienced physical abuse and submitted evidence of a genuine marriage, had her application denied due to stricter requirements for proving 'good faith' cohabitation. Federal officials argue the changes aim to prevent fraud but critics say they create barriers for vulnerable survivors.

Changes to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) under the Trump administration have made it harder for immigrant domestic violence survivors to prove their marriages were in 'good faith,' leading to denied legal status applications despite evidence of abuse. Advocates argue the stricter requirements, including proof of cohabitation and narrowed definitions of abuse, create barriers for vulnerable victims.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) implemented a revised naturalization civics test on Oct. 10, 2025, expanding the question bank from 100 to 128 questions. The update, announced in a Sept. 17, 2025 Federal Register notice, is the most substantial change to the test to date.

Changes to the U.S. immigration program for domestic violence survivors under the Trump administration have led to stricter requirements, resulting in denied legal status applications despite evidence of abuse. Advocates argue these policies, including narrowed definitions of abuse and proof of cohabitation, create barriers for vulnerable individuals.

The Trump administration's policy changes under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) have made it harder for immigrant domestic violence survivors to obtain legal status by requiring stricter proof of 'good faith' marriages. A Michigan attorney's client, an immigrant woman who endured physical and financial abuse, had her application denied despite submitting marriage documents and witness testimony.

Changes to the U.S. immigration program for domestic violence survivors under new Trump administration guidelines have led to stricter requirements for legal status applications, including proof of 'good faith' marriage and cohabitation. A Michigan attorney's client, an immigrant woman experiencing abuse, had her application denied despite providing evidence, as federal officials cited insufficient proof of marriage authenticity.

A ruling has blocked Trump's use of the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program. The program, administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, will not halt ongoing investigations.

Republican Warren Petersen pledged to assist the Trump administration in deporting Arizona's 18,450 DACA recipients if elected attorney general, arguing DACA is unconstitutional. Current Arizona AG Kris Mayes defended DACA recipients, stating they include essential workers and that Petersen's stance disqualifies him.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes pledged to defend Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients on the program's 14th anniversary, as challenges persist under the Trump administration, including halted new applications and increased deportation risks. Mayes has joined legal efforts to preserve DACA, opposing restrictions on new applicants and health care access for recipients.

Muhammed Emanet, son of South Jersey kebab shop owners, is fighting a deportation case after U.S. immigration officials denied his green card application. His case, pending since 2016, was reportedly marked as denied in 2014 by officials, complicating his bid to adjust status through marriage to an American citizen.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has directed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to deport undocumented immigrants who vote in U.S. elections, citing the Immigration and Nationality Act. The directive aligns with policies from a 2025 Trump administration executive order aimed at preventing non-citizen voting and includes recent cases of noncitizens charged with voter fraud.

A judge rejected Donald Trump's proposed $100,000 fee for H-1B visas. The decision blocks the implementation of the fee, which was part of Trump's immigration policy agenda.

The Department of Homeland Security approved a plan to verify voter citizenship using federal databases and monitor mail ballot flows for fraud, aligning with President Donald Trump’s election integrity agenda. The initiative involves cross-checking voter rolls with the SAVE program and collaborating with the U.S. Postal Service to track mail-in ballots.

A federal judge ruled that Trump administration policies freezing asylum applications from 39 countries violated federal law. The policies were implemented after a shooting in Washington, D.C., that injured National Guard members, and the judge criticized the administration for placing immigrants in legal limbo.

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's freeze on processing asylum applications and green cards for immigrants from 39 countries violated immigration laws. The policy, enacted after a Washington, D.C., shooting that killed a National Guard member, was criticized for creating legal uncertainty for immigrants. The judge emphasized that the policy targeted individuals based on their birthplace, not their actions.

A federal judge ruled against a Trump administration immigration policy that restricted immigrants from 39 countries, citing unlawful actions by USCIS and causing legal uncertainty. The policy, enacted after a National Guard shooting, barred these immigrants from processing asylum, work permits, and citizenship applications.

A federal judge ruled that Trump administration policies freezing asylum processing for immigrants from 39 countries violated immigration laws, affecting asylum-seekers and legal immigrants. The policies were implemented after a shooting in Washington, D.C., that killed a National Guard member and injured another.

A federal judge ruled against a Trump administration immigration policy that restricted entry and residency for immigrants from 39 countries. The policy, enacted after a National Guard shooting, was criticized for causing legal uncertainty and violating immigration laws, with the judge calling it 'arbitrary and capricious.' The decision impacts pending USCIS cases involving applicants from affected countries.

A federal judge ruled that Trump administration policies freezing asylum processing for immigrants from 39 countries violated immigration law, citing the policies' creation of legal limbo for immigrants. The policies were enacted after a Washington, D.C. shooting by an Afghan national with asylum status and were challenged by labor unions and advocacy groups.

A federal judge blocked a Trump administration policy restricting asylum and immigration for 39 countries, citing legal violations and harm to immigrants. The Senate passed funding for immigration enforcement agencies, while the U.S. military spent $32 million on a canceled deployment. Trump announced plans to attend the NBA Finals and called for cuts in the intelligence community.

A federal judge ruled against a Trump administration immigration policy that restricted entry and residency for immigrants from 39 countries, citing unlawful and discriminatory practices by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The policy, enacted after a National Guard shooting, caused legal uncertainty for immigrants seeking asylum, work permits, and citizenship.

A federal judge blocked a Trump administration policy restricting asylum and immigration pathways for individuals from 39 countries, citing legal limbo for immigrants. The Senate passed legislation to fund immigration enforcement agencies, while the U.S. job market added 172,000 jobs in May.

A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy that barred immigrants from 39 countries from receiving decisions on asylum, work permits, and citizenship applications. The judge criticized the policy as unlawful, arbitrary, and discriminatory, citing harm to immigrants and communities.

The Trump administration introduced a new green card policy requiring most temporary visa holders and humanitarian parolees to return to their home countries while awaiting permanent residency. The policy caused confusion and backlash before being downplayed, with officials stating it was not a blanket rule and allowing discretion for individual cases.

The Trump administration introduced a policy requiring most immigrants in the U.S. to return to their home countries while awaiting green cards, but later downplayed the directive amid confusion and backlash. Legal experts criticized the policy as a reactive measure to public and legal challenges, while employers, particularly in tech, warned of operational disruptions.

The Department of Homeland Security reveals that thousands of illegal aliens, including sex criminals, murderers, and MS-13 gang members, exploited the Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) program to gain legal entry into the U.S. The program, intended to protect at-risk minors, was abused through fraudulent applications, with cases involving murders, sex offenses, and gang-related crimes. USCIS identified over a decade of program exploitation from 2013 to 2025.

The Department of Homeland Security reveals that thousands of illegal aliens, including sex criminals, murderers, and MS-13 gang members, exploited the Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) program to gain legal entry into the U.S. A USCIS report highlights widespread fraud in the program, which was designed to protect at-risk minors, with over 120 individuals having murder arrest records and 500 linked to MS-13.

The Trump administration announced changes requiring most green card applicants to leave the U.S. and apply abroad, reversing a decades-old policy. The new rule, effective via a USCIS directive, could disrupt applicants' lives and economies due to prolonged processing times, with legal challenges anticipated.

The Trump administration has issued a directive targeting immigration attorneys who file fraudulent asylum claims, instructing ICE to develop anti-fraud policies and enforce legal actions against such attorneys. The directive follows a court ruling that invalidated an executive order attempting to close the U.S. border to asylum-seekers, while data indicates asylum fraud is rare.

The Trump administration issued a directive targeting attorneys who file fraudulent asylum claims, instructing the Department of Homeland Security to develop anti-fraud policies and take action against immigration lawyers submitting false claims. The directive follows a federal court ruling that struck down an executive order closing the U.S. border to asylum-seekers, while data indicates asylum fraud is rare, with only 374 terminations of asylum status due to fraud between 2010 and 2014.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring immigrants applying for green cards to return to their home countries for processing, affecting temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship. Critics, including advocacy groups and tech leaders, argue the policy will disrupt industries and harm families.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring immigrants applying for green cards to return to their home countries before processing, affecting temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship. Advocacy groups and business leaders criticized the move, calling it disruptive to tech industries and harmful to American competitiveness.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring immigrants applying for green cards to return to their home countries before processing, affecting temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship. Advocacy groups and business leaders criticized the move, citing disruptions to tech industries and negative impacts on skilled workers and families.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring green card applicants to return to their home countries before applying, affecting temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship. Critics argue the policy will disrupt tech industries and harm families, while the administration claims it prevents abuse of temporary visitor statuses.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring immigrants applying for green cards to return to their home countries before processing. The change affects temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship, drawing criticism from advocacy groups and business leaders for disrupting immigration and tech industries.

The Trump administration announced a policy requiring immigrants applying for green cards to return to their home countries for processing, affecting temporary visa holders and those seeking legal status through family sponsorship. Advocacy groups and business leaders criticized the change, citing disruptions to families, tech industries, and the U.S. workforce.

A new U.S. immigration rule requires most green-card applicants to submit their applications from outside the United States, aiming to streamline the process and reduce fraud. The policy, effective immediately, impacts individuals already in the U.S. seeking permanent residency, who must now apply through their home countries.

The USCIS announced a new policy restricting the granting of 'Adjustment of Status' to only extraordinary circumstances, representing a significant tightening of immigration procedures. This policy change will impact individuals seeking to adjust their immigration status within the United States.