Expert insights and news on U.S. immigration law.
August 24, 2026
Immigration Updates
A federal judge in New York ruled on Friday, August 21 that the Trump administration's January 2026 pause on the issuance of immigrant visas to nationals of 75 countries was "contrary to law" and exceeded the Secretary of State’s statutory authority.
July 16, 2026
Immigration Updates
The Department of Homeland Security has finalized a rule replacing the "duration of status" framework for F, J, and I visa holders with fixed admission periods capped at four years, shifting extension approvals to federal authorities.
June 11, 2026
Immigration Updates
A federal court (D.R.I., June 11, 2026) vacated USCIS's freeze policies as unlawful under the APA, ending the adjudication suspension for the 39 Travel Ban Countries and the reopening of already-approved benefits based on country of birth.