April 23, 2025|Contributed by: Aaron C. Hall, Esq. and Keerthan Murali
Important Information for Noncitizens in the United States What Is the New Registration Requirement and Who Must Comply? As of April 11, 2025, the Trump administration has implemented a longstanding but rarely used section of U.S. immigration law: registration of noncitizens. Under this policy, noncitizens age 14 and older who stay in the U.S. for 30 days or more must register […]
April 22, 2025|Contributed by: Aaron C. Hall, Esq.
On April 21, 2025, Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff, passed away at 88. For the world, he was a moral voice in turbulent times. For many advocates of immigrant rights, his steadfast defense of migrants offered vital clarity, especially in a time when too many global leaders have chosen to scapegoat […]
April 21, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
By Joseph & Hall PC | April 2025 At an April 10, 2025 cabinet meeting, President Trump proposed a new immigration approach aimed at addressing labor shortages in agriculture and hospitality. Under the suggested policy, undocumented workers currently in the U.S. could voluntarily depart the country and return with legal status—if an employer is willing […]
April 21, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
By Joseph & Hall PC | April 2025 In a bold escalation of border policy, President Trump announced on April 11, 2025, the launch of a new military initiative aimed at securing the U.S.-Mexico border. Framing the effort as a response to what he called ongoing “invasions,” the administration’s directive grants sweeping authority to the […]
April 18, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
By Joseph & Hall PC | April 2025 In a sweeping shift that has sparked legal and constitutional concerns, U.S. immigration authorities have revoked over 525 visas for international students, faculty, and researchers. The revocations, announced in early April 2025, come amid intensified scrutiny of social media activity and affiliations deemed “antisemitic” by the federal […]
April 14, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
The Trump administration has intensified its immigration enforcement efforts, with increased scrutiny now affecting visa applicants, international students, exchange visitors, and even lawful permanent residents (green card holders). According to recent reports, some green card applications have been placed under a “temporary pause” to allow for additional vetting measures. New Social Media Screening for F, M, […]
April 10, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
A Surge in Visa Cancellations and SEVIS Terminations In recent months, thousands of international students across the United States have experienced unexpected visa cancellations or SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) record terminations. These actions are often taken without warning, clear explanation, or due process. Revocations are increasingly tied to arrests, minor convictions, and […]
March 26, 2025|Contributed by: Keerthan Murali
In February 2025, President Donald Trump announced a proposal for a new “Gold Card” visa program, aiming to attract wealthy foreign investors by offering permanent U.S. residency and a pathway to citizenship in exchange for a $5 million investment. This initiative seeks to replace the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. As of now, the […]
March 26, 2025|Contributed by: Ellen Atkinson
In January, 2025, Congress passed the Laken Riley Act with bipartisan support in direct reaction to the murder of college student Laken Riley by Jose Antonio Ibarra in 2024. An undocumented immigrant with no prior history of violent offenses, Antonio Ibarra previously had only two interactions with law enforcement for minor offenses: (1) an arrest […]
March 26, 2025|Contributed by: Zachary New
As we deal with rapid changes coming from the new administration, the implementation of one old rule, the “Registration” requirement for noncitizens, has caused a great deal of confusion (and will likely cause a great deal of litigation before the dust settles). In essence, the rule requires anyone who has not previously been “registered” pursuant […]
