Robert Pyne
Iran briefly closes airspace to most flights as US tensions escalate
A five-hour closure of Iranian airspace on January 15, 2026, has triggered ongoing travel disruptions. Despite the reopening…
Judge Bars Federal Arrests and Pepper Spray on Peaceful Minneapolis Protesters
A federal judge has issued an injunction protecting peaceful protesters in the Twin Cities from federal arrests and…
Lamont Condemns Trump’s Immigrant Visa Ban, Calls It Harmful
The U.S. government has reportedly suspended immigrant visa processing for 75 countries as of January 14, 2026, citing…
Minneapolis Faces Massive ICE Crackdown as Metro Surge Expands
The rapid expansion of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis has elevated the legal importance of the Matter of…
UK ETA Rules Require Australian–British Dual Nationals to Use UK Passports
From February 25, 2026, Australian–British dual nationals must possess a UK passport, Irish passport, or a Certificate of…
Immigration Officers Descend on Meta Data Center, Arrest Drivers
Federal agents under Operation Catahoula Crunch are using traffic stops near a Louisiana Meta construction site to conduct…
Rep. Sewell Calls DHS to Exempt Healthcare Workers from H-1B Fee
A new $100,000 fee targets overseas H-1B hires, causing concern for healthcare systems. Lawmakers are pushing for exemptions…
Pasadena Day Laborer Faces Central Claims as Judge Weighs Dismissal
A federal lawsuit filed by Pedro Vasquez Perdomo against DHS leadership is moving forward after a judge denied…
Democrats threaten government shutdown over immigration policy funding and operations
A looming January 30, 2026, federal funding deadline puts immigration processing at risk. While essential functions continue, a…
Waterloo Faces Visa Delays for Palestinian PhD Students: Status Update
The University of Waterloo and other North American institutions are reporting critical delays in visa processing for Palestinian…
Immigrants Flee Lewiston Ahead of Imminent ICE Action Across Maine
Concerns over ICE enforcement are rising in Maine as Somali nationals prepare for the termination of TPS in…
Pakistan Reacts as US Immigrant Visa Processing Paused Nationwide
A new U.S. policy pauses the issuance of immigrant visas for Pakistanis at consular posts. While domestic USCIS…
Over 200 Flights Canceled as Five Airlines Battled Major Winter Storm
A major snowstorm at Toronto Pearson has forced over 200 flight cancellations and triggered expanded airline travel waivers.…
Florida State Income Tax in 2026: No Personal Tax for Residents
Florida residents in 2026 will not pay state income tax but must still file federal returns. The state…
Arizona Braces for Stepped-Up Immigration Enforcement in 2026
Federal authorities are ramping up immigration enforcement in Phoenix, utilizing 287(g) agreements and expanded detention capacity to speed…