Illinois REAL ID for Visa Holders in 2026: Requirements and Checklist
Illinois visa holders must provide original proof of lawful presence, such as an EAD or passport with I-94,…
Articles by Robert Pyne
DHS Expands Immigration Pause to 39 Countries Under PM-602-0194 Policy
The U.S. has expanded its immigration freeze to include 39 countries, pausing all pending visa and citizenship applications.…
Birthright Citizenship in 2026: Barbara v. Trump at Center
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide in 2026 whether children born on U.S. soil to parents without permanent…
Somaliland: No Gaza refugees deal or Israeli bases—claims debunked
Somaliland rejected claims by Somalia's president that it agreed to host Israeli bases or resettle Gaza refugees in…
Mongolia Extends Visa Exemption for 34 Countries Through 2026
Mongolia extended its 30-day visa exemption for 34 countries until the end of 2026. Starting in 2026, some…
2026 Child Tax Credit Rules: Eligibility, Amounts, and Claims
The 2026 Child Tax Credit remains $2,200 per child, featuring a $1,700 refundable limit. Key requirements include valid…
Nine 2025 Green Card Rule Changes That Could Shape 2026 Residency
DHS and USCIS have implemented a sweeping overhaul of U.S. immigration for 2026. This includes mandatory facial recognition…
American Airlines Faces ORD Ground Stop After Snow Melter Fire Reports
A snow melter fire at Chicago O'Hare on December 31, 2025, disrupted American Airlines' hub operations. The incident…
Three Years On, Afghan Family Reunions Still On Hold, Officials Say
The U.S. government has suspended all immigration benefit processing for Afghan nationals as of late 2025. Citing national…