U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

ICE investigation and citizenship scrutiny of Ilhan Omar

13 clusters · 407 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Donald Trump calls for Ilhan Omar's resignation from Congress

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) previously declined to release FOIA records regarding an investigation into allegations of immigration fraud involving Representative Ilhan Omar, citing that disclosure “cou

US ICE enforcement 2026 – Record arrests and detention surge

94 clusters · 563 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: ICE practices under scrutiny regarding secret arrests

In August 2026, ICE enforcement reached a historic peak with 50,925 arrests, nearly doubling figures from the previous year. This surge follows the implementation of mass deportation policies under the second Trump admin

USCIS administrative and processing changes

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: USCIS naturalization approvals and processing times shift

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented several procedural and administrative shifts. The agency initiated a public consultation regarding Form I-90 to evaluate the necessity of data collection

Massachusetts marriage fraud ring investigation

2 clusters · 41 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Massachusetts prosecutors charge six in decade-long marriage fraud ring

Federal prosecutors in Massachusetts have dismantled an alleged marriage fraud ring that operated for over a decade, reportedly generating more than $6 million in profits. The scheme, allegedly led by Jennifer Gonzalez o

U.S. non-citizen voter registration errors and ICE data use

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: US voter registration and naturalization concerns rise ahead of midterms

A federal review and analysis of official records have identified approximately 30,000 non-citizens who were mistakenly added to voter rolls across various U.S. states since 2000. These errors, occurring in states govern

US TPS termination and escalating Haitian deportations

69 clusters · 558 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: TPS termination impacts migrant workers and economies in the US

The termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals has triggered a surge in deportations, domestic detentions, and regional migration. Since the expiration of TPS in late July 2026, the U.S. has si

DHS voter fraud surge and DOJ prosecutions

28 clusters · 157 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: United States federal authorities charge multiple non-citizens with illegal voting

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is conducting a criminal voter fraud surge initiative through mid-October, targeting nine states. Led by Secretary Markwayne Mullin, the operation focuses on investigating noncit

U.S. Visa Bulletin updates: 2026-2027 fiscal year shifts

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: US State Department releases November 2026 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State has released several Visa Bulletins marking the transition from the 2026 to the 2027 fiscal year, characterized by significant shifts in employment and family-sponsored categories. In the fi

US enforcement of PERM and changes to work authorization

6 clusters · 178 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US suspends eight tech firms from Permanent Labor Certification Program

The United States government has initiated a crackdown on the permanent labor certification (PERM) program, targeting major technology firms as part of a broader investigation into visa fraud and labor market abuses. In

U.S. third-country deportation and detention policies

35 clusters · 441 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: U.S. authorities consider deporting ill migrants to Africa

The United States has expanded its third-country deportation program, utilizing bilateral agreements to relocate migrants to nations other than their countries of origin. Since February 2025, more than 25,000 individuals

U.S. Diversity Visa program administrative disruptions

4 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US Federal Court orders resumption of Diversity Visa lottery

The U.S. Diversity Visa program has faced significant administrative and legal challenges. In September 2026, the U.S. Department of State suspended the issuance of all diversity visas for the current fiscal year, affect

U.S. immigration enforcement and visa scrutiny

13 clusters · 69 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US immigration authorities rescind public charge rule and face application backlogs

Under the Donald Trump administration, U.S. immigration enforcement has intensified, leading to increased scrutiny of visa holders and specific demographic groups. Initial reports highlighted concerns regarding “maternit

Cuban migration and US immigration trends

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Cuban migration trends show shift toward European citizenship and declining US residency approvals

The United States Embassy in Havana issued warnings via social media to deter Cubans from attempting illegal migration through the Florida Strait. This messaging faced backlash from citizens who cited a lack of accessibl

US EB-5 immigrant investor program updates

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: USCIS to implement new EB-5 immigrant investor fees

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has finalized significant fee increases for the EB-5 immigrant investor program, effective November 30, 2026. These adjustments are intended to ensure application fees co

USCIS immigration fee and policy updates

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: USCIS announces new immigration rules and TPS updates

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is implementing several fee increases and policy updates. Starting October 16, 2026, certain employment authorization document requests for asylum seekers, parolees,

US Temporary Protected Status expiration and legislative 대응

4 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: US DHS grants temporary deportation reprieve for Ukraine and Sudan migrants

The United States is managing various Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations as several expire in late 2026. In response to the upcoming expiration of TPS for Ukrainian refugees on October 19, bipartisan U.S. sen

US DHS H-1B, B1/B2, and OPT visa regulatory proposals

19 clusters · 425 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: US Department of Homeland Security implements new immigration and work permit rules

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and USCIS have introduced several regulatory proposals targeting nonimmigrant work visas, specifically the H-1B and OPT programs. In mid-August, DHS proposed ‘Eliminating th

US Medicaid eligibility changes for immigrants

5 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: USCIS green card backlogs threaten health coverage for refugees

New federal restrictions on Medicaid eligibility, stemming from the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ (also known as H.R. 1), took effect on October 1. The legislation, signed by President Donald Trump to reduce spending by m

US naturalization revocation efforts

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: U.S. Department of Justice seeks to revoke citizenship of 40 individuals

In September 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) implemented new guidelines to reorganize how the agency identifies and prioritizes cases for potential naturalization revocation. These updates, linked

Supreme Court blocks Trump administration mail-in voting

29 clusters · 691 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: US Supreme Court blocks USPS mail ballot rules ahead of midterms

On September 13, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration’s effort to implement new mail-in voting restrictions, effectively allowing states to maintain existing ballot processes for the upcoming mi

E. Jean Carroll and Donald Trump legal dispute

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Federal judge blocks $100,000 H-1B visa fee

Journalist E. Jean Carroll recently released a book, ‘Not my type’, detailing her seven-year legal battle against Donald Trump. Carroll, who successfully sued Trump for sexual assault and defamation, described the proces

Salvadoran TPS enters automatic extension amid uncertainty

12 clusters · 88 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: White House pauses TPS cancellation for Salvadoran immigrants

Following the September 9, 2026, expiration deadline, Salvadoran Temporary Protected Status (TPS) entered an automatic six-month extension period. Because the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) did not issue a final d

Deportation of Haitian pastor Molis Augustave

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Haitian pastor Molis Augustave deported to Haiti by ICE

Molis Augustave, a Haitian-born pastor residing in Pennsylvania, faced deportation proceedings following a traffic stop for a broken headlight on September 5. The arrest was facilitated by a 287(g) agreement between West