Oliver Mercer

Oliver Mercer

As the Chief Editor at VisaVerge.com, Oliver Mercer is instrumental in steering the website's focus on immigration, visa, and travel news. His role encompasses curating and editing content, guiding a team of writers, and ensuring factual accuracy and relevance in every article. Under Oliver's leadership, VisaVerge.com has become a go-to source for clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date information, helping readers navigate the complexities of global immigration and travel with confidence and ease.
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H-1B Visa Rules May Make Hiring Skilled Foreign Workers Tougher

Hiring highly qualified foreign workers, a key driver of U.S. innovation and economic growth, faces increasing challenges. Stricter…

German Foreign Office Warns Trans, Nonbinary Citizens About US Travel

The German government issued a travel advisory on March 5, 2025, warning transgender and nonbinary individuals about potential…

Trump Administration Deports Hundreds Under Alien Enemies Act Despite Ruling

The Trump administration controversially invoked the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to deport hundreds of individuals, despite a judge's…

Court Stops Trump from Using Alien Enemies Act for Deportations

A federal judge blocked former President Donald Trump’s attempt to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to…

Western District of Texas Sees Over 200 Immigration Cases in Four Days

Between March 3-7, 2025, the Western District of Texas saw over 200 immigration-related criminal cases filed within just…

Canada Emerges as a New Magnet for Tech Talent Leaving the U.S.

Canada is emerging as a prime destination for top U.S. talent, recruiters say. With a competitive global economy,…

Trump’s Tariffs Could Make Groceries Like Avocados and Fish Cost More

President Trump's tariffs significantly impact grocery costs, targeting a range of imports, including avocados, seafood, and other staples.…

Trump Administration Restarts Detention of Immigrant Families

In March 2025, the Trump administration reinstated immigrant family detentions, signaling a significant policy shift. This decision revives…

Trump Officials Pressed Over US-Funded Research in Australian Universities

The Trump administration faced criticism after requiring Australian universities to justify U.S.-funded research grants. The directive, introduced in…

Mark Carney Declares Canada Will Never Join the U.S. in First PM Speech

Mark Carney, in his first speech as Canada's Prime Minister on March 14, 2025, firmly stated that Canada…

Can a Child of UK Citizenship by Descent Holder Claim Citizenship?

A child of a UK citizen by descent may not automatically qualify for UK citizenship. Eligibility depends on…

Why More Americans Are Seeking Foreign Residency in Certain Countries

More Americans are seeking foreign residency due to changing global dynamics. This trend benefits host countries through economic…

Venezuelans Who Supported Trump Now Face Uncertainty Over Staying

Venezuelan Americans who supported Trump now face deportation fears as their immigration status remains uncertain. Once hopeful about…

Trump Turns to 1798 Alien Enemies Act to Speed Up Deportations

The Trump administration plans to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a wartime law giving the president…

Jelani Cobb Warns Non-Citizen Students: “Nobody Can Protect You”

Columbia University's journalism dean warns non-U.S. citizen students about the risks of posting sensitive topics online, emphasizing the…