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Third Country Removals Ruled Unlawful
A federal judge ruled that the government’s policy of third country removals is unlawful. This means the government can’t arbitrarily remove individuals to countries outside their country of origin. The ruling blocks a policy the government used to expedite removal operations. Ruling Details The government cannot legally initiate a third...
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Block Against Unannounced ICE Site Visits Lifted
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can’t bar lawmakers from visiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainment facilities unannounced. The ruling blocks a DHS policy requiring lawmakers requiring Congress members give a notice at least one week prior. This means ICE and DHS officials can’t impede site visits even if...
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FY2027 H-1B Cap Registration Period Begins
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the initial H-1B registration period for the 2027 fiscal year. Registration opens at noon eastern standard time (EST) on March 4 and lasts until noon EST on March 19, 2026. Prospective petitioners and representatives can only register via a USCIS online account. Registration...
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DOS Public Charge Policy Notice
The Department of State (DOS) will deny visa applicants considered too reliant on public benefits. The announcement signals a reversal of a previously lax approach towards enforcing the public charge rule. Enforcing the rule is part of a larger government effort prioritizing individuals that are self-sufficient, per the DOS. Public...
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DOJ Issues Immigrant Benefits Eligibility Housing Notice
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that immigration benefits eligibility rules apply to public housing. The decision means noncitizen applicants for federal housing benefits must satisfy the requirements outlined in the Professional Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996. Individuals that don’t satisfy these requirements cannot take advantage...
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