DHS recently updated their information-gathering and recordkeeping practices. This notice has received a lot of publicity because it gives the agency very broad powers- both in terms of the information they can collect, and who they can investigate.DHS can investigate...
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DACA’s end- what we know and the most important questions that remain.
On Tuesday, the government announced the rescission of the DACA program after months of speculation and dread. While many have begun to do so already, DACA holders and those close to them should now begin to plan for the announced changes, but also know things are...
“RAISE Act” would create 2nd (and 3rd) class citizens
President Trump's attack on immigrants continues with his support for the re-introduced "RAISE Act", which would drastically cut legal immigration. This bill has already drawn very strong opposition, and will hopefully never become law. It has enough support, however,...
For the travel bans, airports are just the beginning….
Refugees and other foreign nationals at airports have understandably drawn the attention of those opposed to President Trump's travel bans. The real effect of those bans, however, extends well beyond the airports. Also, the full extent of the orders has yet to be...
Donald Trump Issues Executive Order Suspending Refugee Program and Entry to US from Certain Countries
On January 27, 2017, Donald Trump issued an executive order regarding immigration and national security. The order temporarily halts all entries of noncitizens from Iraq, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen into the United States for 90 days. The government...
Prepárese ahora para defenderse de su futuro Inmigratorio
Inmigrantes preocupados por el aumento de ICE por la ejecución bajo Trump pueden prepararse para defenderse ahora comenzando un archivo de inmigración. Obteniendo información y documentos vitales ahorrará tiempo si usted es detenido, y le permitirá que un abogado de...
Prepare now for your future immigration defense
Immigrants worried about increased ICE enforcement under Trump can prepare to defend themselves now by beginning an immigration file. Gathering vital information and documents now will save precious time if you are detained, and allow an immigration attorney to...
Rescinding NSEERS regulations- a small, but welcome, obstacle to Trump’s plans
On December 23, the Obama administration will rescind the regulations implementing a registration system which would have likely been the base of Trump's "Muslim Registry". What does this mean?Short version- This is a welcome step, but will likely not have a major...
What can you do in response to Trump’s immigration plans?
Trump's election has caused a tremendous amount of fear and concern for immigrants and their advocates. Though we will not know the full impact of his election until after he takes office, here are some initial predictions on key immigration issues and steps people...
TPS for Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone Ending on May 21, 2017: Explore Your Other Immigration Options Now
On September 22, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") announced that it would terminate Temporary Protected Status ("TPS") for individuals from Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone on May 21, 2017. Now is a good time for individuals from these countries who...