The Laken Riley Act, a proposed piece of legislation in the United States, is sparking significant debate as it seeks to establish detention and deportation protocols for undocumented immigrants accused of non-violent crimes, including shoplifting and burglary. Recently approved by the House of…

The US Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has released a set of new guidelines aimed at informing immigration reform, advocating for measures that are both humane and effective. These recommendations come just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to take office for his second…

The Biden administration has announced significant updates to the US visa programs aimed at enhancing the hiring and retention of foreign talent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. These reforms specifically focus on the J-1, H-1B, and F-1 visa categories, reflecting…

Immigration has become a pressing issue for many Americans, transcending political affiliations, as reflected in a December AP-NORC poll. The survey indicates that 47 percent of respondents view immigration as the foremost challenge for the government in 2025. However, this shared concern conceals…

In Kern County, California, heightened enforcement operations by US Border Patrol agents have instilled anxiety within immigrant communities. These intensified activities have raised alarm among residents and advocacy groups, who claim the operations are disproportionately targeting individuals…

The United Kingdom has launched a new visa-waiver entry system that expands the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) program. This initiative now encompasses visitors from a range of countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, marking a transformative change in access to the UK…

On Tuesday, the US House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill aimed at enhancing immigration enforcement in response to rising concerns about crime. The legislation, known as H.R.29, was introduced by Republican Representative Mike Collins of Georgia and carries significant implications for…

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, educational institutions across the United States are reviewing their protocols in light of his campaign promises to deport significant numbers of undocumented immigrants. In response to heightened concerns among immigrant families, schools…

The US government is preparing to refund nearly 55 million in application fees to approximately 94,000 unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens who participated in the Biden administration′s recently annulled immigration program. The program, known as Keeping Families Together, was…

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is set to implement major reforms to the H-1B visa program, with changes scheduled to take effect on January 17, 2025. These reforms aim to streamline the application process for both employers and foreign workers. A significant aspect of the upcoming…