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Protests against ICE and Border Patrol intensified in Portland and across the U.S. following the fatal shooting of Renée Nicole Good. Over 1,000 events were planned to demand federal accountability.…
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H-4 Spouses Challenge DHS Rule Ending Automatic EAD Extensions
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Can Small Businesses Compete in the New H-1B Lottery Without Level IV
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Amazon Grants Restricted Remote Work for H-1B Stranded in India
The FY 2027 H-1B cycle requires early employer action to counter Indian consulate delays. Companies…
H-1B and H-4 Travel to India: Delays and Enhanced Vetting Effects
U.S. employers planning for the FY 2027 H-1B cap must account for significant appointment delays…
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Trump Administration to Cancel Student Visas for Pro-Palestinian Protesters
The Trump administration plans a 2025 executive order to cancel student visas and deport non-citizen students involved in pro-Palestinian protests,…
H-1B Overhaul via Executive Action: From Lottery to Weighted Selection
The H-1B program now prioritizes high-wage earners through a weighted selection system and a new $100,000 fee for overseas recruits.…
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Judge Blocks End of TPS Protections for Relatives of U.S. Citizens
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US Embassy in Dushanbe Confirms Green Card Lottery Suspension
The U.S. has indefinitely suspended the Green Card Lottery (Diversity Visa) program as of January 2026. Citing national security concerns,…
Government Warns About Green Card Scams Amid Tougher Immigration Moves
Federal authorities are warning green card applicants about sophisticated fee scams involving fake websites and payment apps. USCIS confirms that…
U.S. Tax Residency vs Citizenship: What Truly Determines Your Taxes
The IRS taxes individuals based on their status as tax residents or nonresident aliens. Residency is triggered by time spent…
Drug Felony Convictions: Do They Bar Green Card Applications?
Current U.S. immigration policy treats drug felonies as primary barriers to residency. Enhanced vetting through the USCIS Vetting Center and…
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U.S. Consulate Warns B1/B2 Visa Holders of Unauthorized Employment Risks
The U.S. Consulate Mumbai warns B1/B2 visitors against unauthorized work. Legal defenses focus on defining activities as permissible business consultations rather than employment. Crucially, avoiding fraud charges is essential to…
Washington Allocates $20 Million for Sustainable Aviation and Streamlined Permitting
Washington is investing $20 million into the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator to normalize sustainable aviation…
Wisconsin 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets Explained
(WISCONSIN) Wisconsin’s income tax rules for 2026 stay on the same track as 2025, with…
Minneapolis Schools Offer Remote Learning as Immigration Enforcement Rises
Minneapolis Public Schools shifted to remote learning until February 12, 2026, due to safety concerns…
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Aer Lingus is withdrawing its Manchester transatlantic services from March 31, 2026. Impacted routes include…
Canada Halts New Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship for 2026
The 2026 Parent and Grandparent Program intake is officially paused. IRCC will not accept new…
Couple Arrested After Allegedly Trapping ICE Agent in Car
A Southern California couple faces federal charges after allegedly locking an ICE agent in their…
Mass ICE Protests Across the U.S. After Minneapolis and Oregon Shootings
The fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by ICE agents in Minneapolis has triggered over…
Trump-Era H-1B Overhaul Drives Indian Tech Professionals Home
New U.S. immigration policies, including a $100,000 H-1B fee and wage-weighted selection, are driving Indian…
Kentucky REAL ID 2026: Visa Holders Must Use Standard Credential
Visa holders in Kentucky cannot obtain REAL IDs and must use standard licenses instead. For…