Immigration
Policy changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments shaping U.S. immigration in 2026. From executive orders and congressional bills to USCIS processing updates — analysis that cuts through the noise.
Trump Administration Freezes Warehouse Detention Plans as Markwayne Mullin Probes
DHS pauses massive warehouse detention expansion in 2026 as Secretary Mullin reviews infrastructure impacts and legal challenges to the billion-dollar plan.
Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Birthright Citizenship for Children of Visa Holders
The Supreme Court hears Trump v. Barbara, weighing whether to end birthright citizenship for children of temporary visa…
Judge Dismisses DOJ Suit, Lets Minnesota Dream Act In-State Tuition Stand Under 8 U.S.C. § 1623
A federal judge dismissed a DOJ lawsuit against the Minnesota Dream Act, preserving in-state tuition and aid for…
Jury Awards $8.4M in Retaliation Claim as Cognizant Verdict Warns H-1B Employers
A New York jury awarded $8.4M in a Cognizant retaliation case, signaling high legal risks for employers who…
U.S. Flags “not Sufficiently Vetted” Green Card Cases Under Presidential Proclamation 10949
Guide to filing Form I-485 in 2026, covering new security vetting, social media checks, eligibility requirements, and steps…
USCIS Completes FY 2027 H-1B Initial Registration, Including Advanced Degree Exemption
USCIS completes FY 2027 H-1B selection; filing opens April 1, 2026, under new wage-weighted rules. Total registrations drop…
HB 613 Adds Eagle Citizenship Marker to Louisiana Driver’s Licenses
Louisiana HB 613 proposes adding an eagle symbol to driver's licenses for verified U.S. citizens, passing a key…
India Extends IVFRT After Cabinet Approval for April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031
India extends its IVFRT immigration scheme through 2031, investing ₹1,800 crore in biometric e-gates, digital tracking, and contactless…
Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, Gets Royal Assent
Canada enacts Bill C-12, imposing strict new asylum deadlines and expanding executive powers over visas despite warnings from…
Millions Join Third No Kings Protests Over U.S. Immigration and U.s.–iran War
Millions join 3,100+ 'No Kings' protests across 50 states to oppose the U.S.–Iran war and federal immigration enforcement…