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.
US Guidance Revises Change of Status (cos) and H-1B 60-Day Grace Period
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces wage-weighted selection rules effective February 27, 2026. This update covers essential registration timelines, the beneficiary-centric lottery system, and critical strategies for maintaining legal…
One Big Beautiful Bill (obbb) Act Spurs New U.S. Mass Removal Policy
The OBBB Act (H.R. 1) provides $165 billion to overhaul U.S. immigration, focusing on mass removals and interior…
Court Clarifies Green Card Rules for Form I-485 Applicants in United States
Understanding the H-1B prevailing wage requirement is vital for FY 2027 applicants. Employers must match duties to the…
H-1B Workers Face New Rules After 60-Day Grace Period Ends I-94
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season kicks off in March 2026 using the beneficiary-centric model. Employers and workers…
Texas A&m’s $3.25M H-1B Visa Sponsorships Draw National Scrutiny
Texas A&M University's $3.2 million spending on H-1B visas has sparked a debate over public university hiring practices.…
Detentions Fall to 65 a Day as Indian Nationals Apprehensions Drop at U.S. Border
In 2025, U.S. border apprehensions of Indian nationals fell to 23,830, marking a 62% decrease from the previous…
Governor Greg Abbott Orders Texas A&M List of H-1B Visas
Texas A&M must submit a detailed roster of H-1B visa holders to Governor Abbott by Monday, January 26,…
Cleveland Immigrants on Alert After Expanded ICE and DHS Enforcement Moves
A guide for Cleveland residents navigating intensified ICE enforcement. It covers official DHS policy changes, the legal distinctions…
Volker Türk Urges U.S. to Uphold International Law During Immigration Crackdown
This comprehensive guide explores noncitizen rights in the U.S., focusing on due process and practical responses to immigration…
Trump Administration Allows 17 Iranian Visa Holders in Thein V. Trump Moot Move
The Trump administration has cleared 17 Iranian visa holders for U.S. entry, citing specific exceptions within existing travel…