Jim Grey
U.S. Visa Services Update: Current Status by Country, February 2025
U.S. embassies worldwide have largely resumed visa services, with varying updates by country. Many still face backlogs, increased…
New Rules Clarify Remote Work for Skilled Worker Visa Holders in 2025
As of 2025, Skilled Worker visa holders in the UK can work remotely under specific conditions. Remote work…
Dartmouth College Stands by Steady Immigration Support for Students
As of February 2025, Dartmouth College’s immigration policies remain unchanged, with the Office of Visa and Immigration Services…
Denver Public Schools Sues to Stop ICE Raids on Campus Under Trump Policy
Denver Public Schools sued the Trump administration over a policy allowing ICE raids on campuses, reversing a 2011…
Pope Francis and Trump Clash Over Migrant Treatment Policies
President Trump’s immigration policies have ignited a clash with Pope Francis, who criticized mass deportations as damaging human…
ICE Detainments Near Denver Courthouses Raise Legal Concerns
Recent ICE detainments near Denver courthouses have raised legal and ethical concerns. Aggressive operations involving multiple agencies disrupted…
What is European VAT that Trump Targets in New Trade Policy Move
President Trump plans to address trade imbalances by targeting VAT systems, particularly the EU's 20% VAT, which he…
Trump Signals Reciprocal Tariffs, Implementation Still Unclear
President Trump proposed reciprocal tariffs to align U.S. import taxes with those of trade partners, aiming for fairer…
Fifth Circuit’s 2025 Ruling Brings New Changes to DACA Litigation
DACA faces ongoing legal challenges. A January 2025 Fifth Circuit ruling limited an injunction to Texas, preserving "forbearance"…
Eighty Years On, More Israelis Are Seeking Polish Citizenship
Eighty years after the Holocaust, Israeli demand for Polish citizenship has surged, with over 9,000 applications in 2024.…
Dallas Businessman in 3D Printing Denied U.S. ‘Extraordinary Ability’ Visa
A Dallas businessman in 3D printing was denied the EB-1A "Extraordinary Ability" visa, reflecting challenges for innovators in…
ICE Arrests in Northern Virginia Stir Fear Amid Tougher Immigration Crackdown
ICE arrested seven undocumented immigrants in Northern Virginia on February 12, 2025, amid President Trump’s intensified immigration crackdown.…
Trump’s Executive Order Sparks Worry Over Tribal Rights and Recognition
President Trump’s executive orders have sparked mixed reactions among sovereign tribes. While supporting Lumbee Tribe recognition may set…
Administrative Deportation: How Expedited Removals Are Reshaping U.S. Policy
Administrative deportation, through expedited removal, allows rapid deportation of non-citizens without a court hearing if they can't prove…
How ICE Checks Immigration Status in 2025 with New Tools and Databases
In 2025, ICE conducts immigration status checks using advanced AI databases, surveillance technologies, biometric data, and interagency collaborations.…