Day: March 25, 2025

ICE

ICE Reinstates No Release Policy Amid Federal Judge Order

A group of attorneys representing noncitizens in New York City told a Manhattan federal judge that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s blanket no release policy is back in place. The group argued that the number of individuals released from ICE custody has decreased. This is despite a 2022 settlement that

March 25, 2025

visa waiver program

Elimination of Deference Policy for Nonimmigrant Visa Waivers

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced the elimination of the deference policy for nonimmigrant visa (NIV) waivers. Prior to this change, consular officials were required to follow previous decisions when reviewing waiver requests. Now, officials must review each waiver request independently, regardless of previous decisions. A visa waiver is

March 25, 2025

Trump Immigration Policy

Potential Impacts on U.S. Employers of a Possible New Travel Ban

With the Trump administration considering a new travel ban on specific countries due to security concerns, visa access for individuals from the included countries may be restricted. A travel ban could impact U.S. employers, making it harder for them to hire and retain overseas employees. Here’s what employers need to

March 25, 2025

Trump Immigration Policy

Stricter Enforcement of Evidentiary Standards: What You Need to Know

A recent presidential memorandum, released on March 22, 2025, titled “Preventing Abuses of the Legal System and the Federal Court,” calls for stricter enforcement of attorney conduct and evidentiary standards within the immigration system. The Trump Administration directed the Attorney General (AG) and Department of Homeland Security to combat “rampant

March 25, 2025

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