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The Fourth Circuit is reviewing a challenge to the 2025 DHS policy allowing immigration raids near religious sites. Critics argue this violates RFRA and creates a climate of fear, deterring…
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UK Graduate Route: Key Features, Eligibility, and Post-Study Options
The Graduate Route lets international graduates work in the UK for two years (three for PhD) without sponsorship. Proposed cuts…
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US Revises Naturalization Test: New Standards for Green Card Holders
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