With the November 2026 midterm elections approaching, questions have emerged about whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents could be stationed at polling places across the United States. Public statements from federal officials, increased immigration enforcement activity, and concerns raised by voting rights organizations have brought renewed attention to the legal restrictions governing federal law […]
Becoming a United States citizen is an important milestone, and preparing for the naturalization test can be stressful. After months or even years of working toward citizenship, failing part of the test can feel discouraging. Fortunately, an unsuccessful first attempt does not automatically mean your citizenship application will be denied. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services […]
Losing a job can be stressful under any circumstances, but an H-1B worker may also have immediate concerns about immigration status and the ability to remain in the United States. If you work in Cleveland or Independence, Ohio, losing your H-1B employment does not necessarily mean you must leave the country immediately. Federal immigration rules […]
Overstaying a visa can create serious immigration consequences, but remaining in the United States beyond an authorized period does not necessarily mean someone will immediately be deported. What happens next depends on the person's immigration history, how long they have remained in the country, whether immigration authorities initiate removal proceedings, and whether they may qualify […]
Applying for asylum can raise immediate concerns about more than your own safety. If you have a spouse or children, you may also be worried about their immigration status and whether they can receive protection through your case. U.S. immigration law allows certain qualifying family members to receive derivative asylum based on the principal applicant’s […]
Young immigrants who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, or similar mistreatment by a parent may have immigration options that are not available to other individuals facing removal from the United States. One of those options is Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, commonly known as SIJS. SIJS can provide important immigration protection and may eventually create a […]
A federal court ruling has changed an immigration policy that affected immigrant visa applicants from 75 countries. On August 21, 2026, a federal judge vacated a State Department policy that had suspended the issuance of immigrant visas to nationals of designated countries. For individuals and families affected by the suspension, the decision may allow previously […]
Immigrant visa applicants around the world are facing new uncertainty after the Trump administration temporarily paused immigrant visa interview appointments at U.S. embassies and consulates. The interruption comes as consular officers undergo additional training focused on determining whether applicants may be considered likely to become a “public charge.” For families and individuals waiting to immigrate […]
Being found inadmissible to the United States can create a serious obstacle for someone seeking a green card, visa, or another immigration benefit. However, a finding of inadmissibility does not always mean the end of an immigration case. Depending on the reason for inadmissibility and the person's circumstances, a waiver may be available. For individuals […]
Birthright citizenship has returned to the center of the national immigration debate following new action by the Trump administration. The developments come shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court issued a major ruling protecting citizenship at birth for children born in the United States, including children whose parents are unlawfully or temporarily present. For immigrant families […]
