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Reports of Increased Airport Arrests Highlight the Importance of Understanding Your Immigration Status Before Flying Recent reports indicate that Immigration and Customs Enforcement ("ICE") has been conducting immigration enforcement operations at airports with increasing frequency. Although ICE has long possessed the authority to make immigration arrests at airports, immigration attorneys across the country have reported a noticeable increase in enforcement activity involvin

Beginning July 28, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") has implemented an interim final rule that substantially changes how U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") may process certain affirmative asylum applications. The new rule authorizes USCIS, in specified circumstances, to refer affirmative asylum applications directly to the Immigration Court without first conducting an asylum interview. The policy marks another significant shift in the adminis

Massachusetts Federal Court Pauses Enforcement While Legal Challenge Proceeds In another significant development affecting U.S. immigration policy, a federal court has temporarily halted enforcement of portions of the Trump administration's recently issued U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") policies governing employment authorization for certain asylum applicants and individuals with Temporary Protected Status ("TPS"). On July 21, 2026, U.S. District Judge Na

Recent BIA Asylum Decisions Signal a More Technical, Evidence-Driven Era That Could Impact Your Asylum Case For individuals seeking asylum in the U.S., 2026 has already brought several significant decisions from the Board of Immigration Appeals ("BIA") that may have a direct impact on asylum strategies, particularly for applicants from countries affected by Asylum Cooperative Agreements and for nationals seeking protection based on military conscription concerns. The recent d

The path to Lawful Permanent Residence ("LPR") in the U.S. has always required careful compliance with complex immigration laws, financial documentation, and eligibility requirements. A new proposal under consideration by the Trump administration could add another significant hurdle for certain individuals seeking green cards: a potential $100,000 immigration bond requirement. Although no final rule or policy has been issued, the administration has confirmed that it is explor

The Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") has announced a significant policy shift that will affect many individuals seeking Lawful Permanent Residence ("LPR") in the United States. Beginning September 18, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") will implement a new public charge regulation after formally rescinding the 2022 Biden-era rule governing public charge determinations. The change signals another major shift in immigration policy under the current

Effective July 10, 2026, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") has implemented a significant change to its signature policy that raises the stakes for applicants, petitioners, and employers alike. Under the new rule, if an immigration form contains an invalid signature, USCIS may deny the filing outright—even if the agency initially accepted the application or petition for processing. This is more than a technical procedural change. It has serious c

For many Lawful Permanent Residents ("LPRs"), becoming a United States citizen is the final and most meaningful step in their immigration journey. Years of waiting, maintaining lawful status, building careers, raising families, and contributing to their communities culminate in filing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. Yet many applicants are surprised to learn that United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") may deny a naturalization application eve

In one of the most consequential immigration decisions in recent years, the United States Supreme Court ("SCOTUS") today reaffirmed the constitutional principle of birthright citizenship, holding that children born in the United States remain U.S. citizens regardless of whether their parents are undocumented or temporarily present in the country. The Court struck down the Administration's executive order that sought to deny automatic citizenship to certain children born on U.

For millions of Lawful Permanent Residents ("LPR"), becoming a U.S. citizen represents the final step in a long immigration journey. However, that path may soon become substantially more expensive. On June 23, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") published a proposed rule that would significantly increase the filing fees for naturalization applications while eliminating many of the fee reductions and waivers that have historically made citizenship accessible to l

For decades, expedited removal was largely a border-enforcement tool. If an individual was apprehended near the border shortly after entering the U.S., immigration officers could, under certain circumstances, remove that person without placing them before an Immigration Judge. That has now changed in a significant way. In a decision with far-reaching consequences, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has permitted the Department of Homeland Security

On June 23, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an important immigration decision in Blanche v. Lau, a case with significant implications for Lawful Permanent Residents (“LPR" or "Green Card Holders”) who travel abroad while facing criminal allegations or who have potentially removable criminal conduct in their background. In a 6–3 decision, the Court held that immigration officers at the border do not need to possess clear and convincing evidence at the time of reentry befor

USCIS Withdraws Appeal in Landmark Mukherji EB-1A Case In a development that has generated significant discussion throughout the immigration bar, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") recently withdrew its appeal in Mukherji v. Miller, a federal court case challenging the agency’s approach to adjudicating EB-1A Extraordinary Ability petitions. While the withdrawal does not automatically change EB-1A adjudications nationwide, the case represents one of the most s

A Significant Victory for U.S. Employers and Highly Skilled Professionals In a significant development for U.S. employers, foreign professionals, universities, healthcare systems, and the broader economy, a federal judge has invalidated the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee that threatened to place lawful employment-based immigration beyond the reach of many businesses. The decision provides much-needed relief to employers that depend on highly skilled talent and reaffirms

Court Finds USCIS Exceeded Its Authority by Placing Thousands of Applicants in Legal Limbo On June 5, 2026, a Federal Judge invalidated several USCIS policies that delayed asylum applications, work permits, green card applications, and other immigration benefits for individuals from 39 designated countries. The decision is significant for thousands of immigrants whose applications were placed on hold for extended periods, often leaving them unable to work, obtain permanent re

A newly reported Trump administration proposal could significantly change how certain asylum applications are processed in the United States. According to internal government documents, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") is considering a regulation that would allow U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services "(USCIS") to reject certain asylum applications without conducting an asylum interview. If implemented, this proposal would represent one of the most significant c

Recent USCIS guidance has created confusion about adjustment of status and consular processing. Here’s what immigrants should know before filing a green card case. A recent USCIS policy clarification is causing concern for many immigrants planning to apply for a green card from inside the United States. Social media posts and online discussions have led some people to believe that adjustment of status is ending altogether. That is not what happened. Green cards are still avai

A significant new immigration policy announced by the Trump administration may dramatically change how many immigrants obtain Lawful Permanent Residence ("LPR") in the U.S. According to a newly issued USCIS policy memorandum, many individuals who are currently eligible to apply for a Green Card ("GC") from within the U.S. through the Adjustment of Status ("AOS") process may now be required to leave the country and complete immigrant visa processing abroad through a U.S. consu

Recent reports indicate that the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") is increasing scrutiny of certain Lawful Permanent Residents ("LPRs") or Green Card h olders through expanded “re-vetting” efforts aimed at reviewing prior immigration history, criminal records, and other factors that could potentially trigger removal proceedings. For many Green Card holders, these developments are understandably creating anxiety and uncertainty about what this means for their status and

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has recently implemented a new security vetting procedure that is already causing significant delays in the processing of many immigration applications nationwide. While USCIS has described the disruption as temporary, the new process is expected to affect a broad range of pending cases and may lead to slower adjudications for many applicants and families across the United States. For individuals with pending immigration mat