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 […]
June 6, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
In a 7–2 decision on May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s authority to end a humanitarian parole program that provided temporary protections for nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The program, originally launched during the Biden administration, had shielded over 500,000 individuals from removal. The Court’s majority did not author […]
May 28, 2025|Contributed by: Luke Niermann
In recent weeks, the Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA), which represents the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in immigration court, has begun filing motions to recalendar cases that were previously administratively closed by the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). Reports indicate that OPLA may be planning to file motions to recalendar in […]
May 17, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
By Joseph & Hall P.C. Leaked documents obtained by news outlets reveal that the U.S. State Department has issued new guidance on visa adjudications as part of implementing Executive Order 14201, titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports.” The cable provides instructions for consular officers on assessing gender identity in visa applications, particularly focusing on […]
May 16, 2025|Contributed by: Joseph & Hall P.C.
By Joseph & Hall P.C. Despite an overall tightening of refugee admissions, the current administration has approved the resettlement of 54 Afrikaner individuals from South Africa. The group, composed primarily of descendants of Dutch settlers, is expected to arrive in the United States shortly, with resettlement planned across several states including Alabama, Michigan, and New […]
