Day: October 1, 2025

Board of Immigration Appeals

Board of Immigration Appeals Decision on Judge’s Bond Authority

The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) limited the extent of authority that Immigration Judges (IJs) possess concerning bond hearings for noncitizens who have entered the United States without inspection or lawful admission. In the landmark decision of Matter of Yajure Hurtado, 29 I. & N. Dec. 216 (B.I.A. 2025), the

Immigration Next Steps Amid Government Shutdown

The current government shutdown raises questions on the next steps of immigration procedures. Certain agencies are closed until the government re-opens. Here’s what employers and foreign workers should expect from immigration services until the shutdown ends. Visa Processing Certain agencies are still open, even if they operate at a reduced