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Month: February 2025

Immigration Courts Directed to Reject Incomplete Affirmative Asylum Applications Referred by USCIS Under Reinstated Policy

The Trump administration has reinstated a policy memo concerning asylum processing, marking a significant shift in immigration court procedures. A newly issued memorandum, dated February 3, 2025, by Sirce E.

Trump Administration Reinstates Policy to Expedite Asylum Adjudications Within 180 Days

The Trump administration has reinstated a policy requiring immigration courts to complete adjudications of asylum applications within 180 days, according to a new memorandum issued by Sirce E. Owen, Acting

4 Key Tips for International Students to Avoid Visa Cancellations and Deportation

As the U.S. tightens its immigration policies, international students must be extra cautious to avoid unintended violations that could lead to visa cancellation or deportation. New York-based immigration attorney Bashu

DHS Ends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela; 60-Day Countdown Starts Wednesday

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today the termination of Venezuela’s 2023 designation for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a program that has allowed Venezuelan nationals to live and

ICE Report Released: 132 Nepalis Arrested, 130 Deported from the U.S.

Statistics released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reveal that during the four years of the Biden administration, 132 Nepalis were arrested, and 130 were deported from the United

Queens, New York Businesses Report Sales Decline Amid ICE Enforcement Concerns

Business owners in Queens, New York, are reporting a significant drop in sales, attributing the decline to heightened fears surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities in the area. Several

What to Do After a Loved One Is Detained by ICE: Detailed Guidance from NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) has released updated Know Your Rights booklets, now accessible in multiple languages, to provide critical guidance and resources for individuals navigating the

U.S. Embassies Urge Visa Applications Now for 2026 World Cup—No Tickets or Reservations Required

As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide are advising fans to apply

Your Rights When Approached by ICE Agents: NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs Publishes ‘Know Your Rights’ Booklet

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs has updated its Know Your Rights booklets, now available in multiple languages. These comprehensive guides are designed to provide critical information and resources

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Child Tax Credit Provisions for 2024: Up to $2,000 per Child, with $1,700 Refundable Per Child

Families with children may benefit from the Child Tax Credit (CTC) for the 2024 tax year, which provides up to $2,000 per qualifying child. Designed to offer financial relief to