Executive orders

DHS criticized sanctuary policies in Washington State after local authorities declined to honor an ICE detainer for a convicted child molester. The case highlights tension between federal immigration enforcement and local sanctuary…

The Trump Administration has taken action to address so-called birth tourism, framing it as a national security threat. This likely refers to foreign nationals entering the U.S. to give birth and secure citizenship for their children. The…

The United States has rescinded its designation of Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism. This change may affect visa processing, travel restrictions, and diplomatic relations with Syria. The rescission could impact Syrian nationals'…

A federal court in Massachusetts issued an administrative stay blocking certain USCIS policies that were based on H.R. 1, the Reconciliation Act of 2025. The stay was granted in response to an emergency motion filed by the Venezuelan…

The Trump Administration reports 14 consecutive months with zero releases of migrants at the U.S. border. This reflects a sustained enforcement posture involving detention of all apprehended individuals without release. The policy marks a…

Secretary Mullin has publicly endorsed President Trump's nominee for Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The nomination signals potential shifts in immigration enforcement priorities and direction. No specific policy…

The White House has announced a suspension of visa issuance to foreign nationals to protect U.S. security. This is a broad action affecting multiple visa categories and classes of admission. Details on scope, duration, and specific visa…

USCIS announced that the Trump administration is implementing heightened screening and vetting procedures for foreign nationals applying for entry or immigration benefits, citing national security and public safety priorities. These…

The Department of Homeland Security has terminated Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen, effective 60 days after publication in the Federal Register. Yemeni nationals currently holding TPS will need to explore alternative immigration…

DHS and DOJ have announced a new rule that bars asylum eligibility for foreign nationals who pose security threats or public health risks to the United States. The rule clarifies when aliens may be ineligible for asylum or withholding of…

USCIS released an end-of-year review highlighting enforcement actions and policy changes implemented in 2025, including enhanced background screening, stricter vetting procedures, and increased coordination with DHS immigration…

The Department of Homeland Security is terminating all family reunification parole programs for nationals from Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, and Honduras, and their family members. This eliminates a humanitarian…

The President issued a proclamation on September 19, 2025, restricting entry of certain nonimmigrant workers, signaling an intent to overhaul the H-1B visa program. The proclamation is framed as an initial reform step affecting worker…

President Trump signed a proclamation on September 19, 2025 restricting entry of certain H-1B nonimmigrant workers to protect American workers and curb visa abuses. This marks an initial reform step targeting the H-1B program. The FAQ…

USCIS is issuing new guidance aligned with Executive Order 14201 to prevent male athletes from entering the U.S. to compete in women's sports. The policy will be added to the USCIS Policy Manual and enforced during visa adjudication and…