Oliver Mercer
Careful Review of Form I-9 Becomes Crucial for Employers
Starting March 5, 2025, stricter compliance for Form I-9 processing is required by the Immigration Reform and Control…
Michelle Wu Urges Congress to Rethink Immigration for Boston’s Future
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu testified to the House Oversight Committee, addressing Republican criticism on immigration. She emphasized how…
New Border Rules Bring Changes for Canadian Snowbirds Heading South
Canadian snowbirds, retirees spending winters in the U.S., will face new border rules affecting extended stays. The changes…
Sanctuary City Mayors Stand by Immigration Policies Before House Panel
On March 5, 2025, mayors from four major U.S. cities defended their sanctuary city policies before the House…
US Automakers Get One-Month Break from New Tariffs on Mexico, Canada
On March 5, 2025, President Donald Trump granted a one-month exemption for U.S. automakers from new tariffs on…
H-1B Cap Lottery Opens Friday: What Employers Should Know
The H-1B cap lottery for FY2026 starts Friday. Employers must prepare for the registration process, ensuring compliance with…
Canada Stands Firm: Tariffs Stay Until U.S. Lifts All Levies
Canada has stated it will not lift tariffs on U.S. goods unless all American levies on Canadian products…
J.D. Vance to Visit Border, Drawing Focus to Trump-Era Immigration Policies
Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) will visit the US-Mexico border on March 5, 2025, to emphasize the Trump administration's…
Rising Canada Visitor Visa Refusals: Tips to Improve Your Chances
Visitor visa refusals for Canada have surged, per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). To avoid rejection, applicants…
Immigrants and U.S. Citizens Take Legal Action Over End of Parole Programs
Immigrants and U.S. citizens filed a lawsuit on March 1, 2025, against the Trump administration for ending parole…
Howard Lutnick Hints Trump Could End Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Soon
On March 3, 2025, US Treasury Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that former President Donald Trump might roll back…
Billionaires Steer Clear of Trump’s $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa
President Donald Trump introduced a $5 million "Gold Card" visa on February 25, 2025, aimed at attracting wealthy…
Rethinking Workflows to Stay Ahead of H-1B Lottery Challenges
To mitigate last-minute H-1B lottery risks, companies should streamline internal workflows by starting early, identifying eligible employees promptly,…
Trump Warns of Higher Tariffs in Response to Canadian Actions
On March 4, 2025, President Trump warned of higher tariffs against Canada if it retaliates in the ongoing…
Australia Eases Visa Rules to Attract Skills in Demand
Australia is simplifying its immigration process with relaxed visa reforms starting in 2025. These changes aim to attract…