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Security Risk and Western Civilization in U.S. Immigration Policy

Authorities now weigh ideology and social media when deciding immigration benefits. USCIS flagged antisemitic terrorism endorsements as a heavy negative…

November 2025 USCIS Policy Changes and Their Impact on EB Green Cards

USCIS policy shifts in late 2025 end the 540‑day EAD extension, add a $100,000 H‑1B payment, require electronic fees, and…

Understanding the Maximum Degree of Vetting for U.S. Asylum

A major USCIS policy shift has suspended pending asylum cases to implement AI-enhanced vetting and continuous monitoring. Impacting 19 'high-risk'…

How USCIS Determines Enhanced Security for Asylum Seekers by Country

USCIS now applies enhanced vetting to asylum claims from high‑risk countries, adding background checks, biometrics, and stricter document verification. Officers…

What Background Checks and Interviews Do U.S. Asylum Applicants Face?

Asylum applicants must attend a USCIS biometrics appointment for fingerprints, photo, and signature. USCIS sends this data to the FBI…

June 2025 Travel Ban: Do Green Card Holders Risk Losing Status?

Public reporting on the June 2025 travel ban shows visa blocks for 19 countries (12 fully suspended) but leaves unclear…

What to Do If Your Work Permit Expires During the USCIS Pause

An indefinite USCIS pause on asylum decisions does not invalidate current work permits. Renewals filed before Oct. 30, 2025 get…

Can Asylum Seekers Still Adjust to Permanent Residency After One Year?

A Nov. 21, 2025 USCIS memo pauses green card decisions and orders review of refugees admitted Jan. 21, 2021–Feb. 20,…