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.
Schmitt Defends Operation Metro Surge and Backs Trump V. Barbara Challenge to Birthright Citizenship
The combined impact of Minnesota's Operation Metro Surge and the upcoming Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship requires immediate family preparation. Individuals should gather primary records, understand their right to…
Judge Blocks Citizenship Provisions in Executive Order 14248 After Ruling in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
A federal judge has blocked President Trump's attempt to mandate citizenship verification for specific voter registration pathways. The…
More Than 80 Maine Businesses Close Friday in Protest of ICE Operation Catch of the Day
A major ICE enforcement surge in Maine, dubbed 'Operation Catch of the Day,' has sparked widespread business protests…
Matter of Dial Auto Repair Shop Three-Factor Test Clarified for Successor-In-Interest Cases
The successor-in-interest doctrine allows new corporate entities to continue sponsorship for foreign workers after a merger or acquisition.…
ICE Arrests 660 in West Virginia Operation Enhancing Public Safety
A joint federal-state operation in West Virginia resulted in 660 arrests in January 2026. Utilizing 287(g) partnerships, the…
Don Lemon Arrested After Livestreamed Protest at Cities Church in Coordinated Attack Case
Don Lemon was arrested for his role in a January 2026 protest at Cities Church in St. Paul.…
ICE Launches Skip Tracing Services for Covert Surveillance of Undocumented Immigrants
ICE is expanding its enforcement reach through 'Skip Tracing Services,' a private-contractor-led initiative to verify the locations of…
FEIN Rules Change Alters H‑1B Vetting Under U.S. Uscis Policy
The H-1B visa landscape is changing with the introduction of a $100,000 petition fee and a weighted lottery…
Belgian Law Allows Authorities to Strip Citizenship for Serious Crimes
Belgium has expanded the grounds for revoking citizenship from dual nationals convicted of serious crimes, such as organized…
California Chief Justice Steps Up Monitoring of Courthouses Over Immigration Arrests
Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero has intensified monitoring of immigration enforcement at California courthouses to protect judicial access. Following…