June 20, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a significant shift in immigration enforcement, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reportedly ordered a pause on worksite raids conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) targeting the agriculture, hospitality, and restaurant sectors. This policy change comes in response to a social media post made by President Trump, which raised concerns about […]
June 19, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a move that could reshape the future of cross-border commerce, President Trump signed a memorandum on June 9, 2025, authorizing Green Corridors, LLC, to construct and operate a commercial elevated guideway bridge across the U.S.-Mexico border. The approved project will be located in Laredo, Texas, and will connect inland terminals near Monterrey, Mexico, with […]
June 19, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a major shift in immigration enforcement strategy, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on June 9, 2025, that undocumented individuals who voluntarily depart the United States using the CBP Home App will now be eligible for forgiveness of civil fines and penalties typically associated with failing to leave after a removal order. This […]
June 18, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
On June 11, 2025, USCIS announced a key update to its policy concerning the Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. The agency clarified that any Form I-693 signed by a civil surgeon on or after November 1, 2023, will only be valid as long as the underlying application—typically Form I-485, Application to […]
June 18, 2025|Contributed by: Zachary New
As reported by the New York Times, President Trump has instructed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to resume large‑scale, unannounced workplace operations and to hit an internal target of roughly 3,000 arrests per day. Field agents have been told to prioritize industries that “rely on long‑time immigrant labor,” and DHS officials confirm that the prior, short‑lived pause on […]
June 17, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
On May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court issued a significant decision allowing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to proceed with the termination of parole programs for nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, commonly referred to as the CHNV programs. This ruling lifted a preliminary injunction that had temporarily blocked DHS from implementing parts […]
June 16, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a significant policy reversal, the U.S. State Department has reinstated the processing of international student and exchange visitor visas for individuals attending Harvard University. The move comes after a court ruling halted the enforcement of a presidential proclamation that previously targeted the university over national security concerns. The original order, issued under the direction […]
June 13, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In tandem with the broader visa freeze, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new policy aimed at revoking visas held by certain Chinese nationals, including those from Hong Kong. The plan will focus on students in so-called “critical fields” or with perceived ties to the Chinese Communist Party. However, the criteria for these determinations […]
June 11, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a separate development that could impact employers nationwide, the Department of Justice has significantly expanded its corporate whistleblower program. The updated initiative aims to identify and prosecute immigration-related violations, particularly involving noncitizen workers. The DOJ is now focusing enforcement efforts on cases involving H-1B and L-1 visa holders, as well as undocumented workers. Federal […]
June 9, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a major development affecting international students, the U.S. Department of State has paused all new visa interview appointments for individuals applying for student (F and M) and exchange visitor (J) visas. The move is part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration to implement stricter social media screening protocols for foreign nationals. According […]
