Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration has unveiled a new rule that would drastically alter the way international students and journalists are monitored in the United States. Under the proposed regulation, foreign students, professors, and journalists would have their authorized stay tied to the length of their program or assignment, capping it at
Emigration and immigration
As the H-1B visa program continues to be a highly sought-after pathway for Indian migrants to enter the US, United States Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has called it a "scam" and urged businesses to "hire American." Lutnick's comments echo the views of several influential
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration has proposed new regulations to limit the duration of visas for international students, cultural exchange visitors, and members of the media. The proposed changes will require these individuals to apply for extensions to remain in the US, potentially adding hurdles to their stay. The move is part
Emigration and immigration
The US government has tightened the rules for granting and renewing student visas, introducing stricter scrutiny of applicants' backgrounds, ideological leanings, and immigration history. This move, backed by fresh policy guidance from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and a proposed regulation under the Trump administration, could make
Emigration and immigration
Pennsylvania congressional representatives Mary Gay Scanlon and Summer Lee were denied entry to the Moshannon Valley Processing Center, a privately operated immigration detention facility in Clearfield County, citing orders from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kris Kobach to prevent oversight visits. The center has faced allegations of
Emigration and immigration
Virginia's gubernatorial candidates are grappling with immigration policy in the lead-up to the 2025 election, as incumbent Governor Glenn Youngkin has made cooperation with federal immigration authorities a cornerstone of his administration. Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger has vowed to rescind Youngkin's directive requiring state and local
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration is significantly altering its policies for determining which immigrants can receive certain benefits, prioritizing the consideration of "anti-American" activities and potentially impacting millions of non-citizens. This shift could lead to the denial of benefits for immigrants deemed to have expressed anti-American sentiments or views, including
Emigration and immigration
A new USCIS government policy has brought back "neighbourhood checks" as part of the verification protocol to ensure aliens are being properly vetted and are of good moral character. This move is reminiscent of a decades-old requirement, dating back to 1802, where applicants were required to present two
Emigration and immigration
Nigel Farage, the leader of the Reform UK party, has put forward a comprehensive plan to address the issue of illegal immigration in the UK. At his press conference, Farage announced that a Reform government would withdraw from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and scrap Tony Blair'
Emigration and immigration
Representatives from two New Mexico counties that house federal immigration detention facilities warned state lawmakers of potential economic consequences if a ban is implemented. The ban aims to prohibit state and local governments from contracting with a federal agency for civil immigration detention. A legislative committee's discussion on
Emigration and immigration
The US visa process is undergoing significant changes, impacting applicants from India. A new fee, introduced by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and updated procedures from the U.S. Embassy in India will affect passport collection and visa renewals. To avoid any complications, candidates must be aware
Emigration and immigration
The Applicants, a family from Colombia, sought refugee status in Canada due to their fears of persecution by criminal and paramilitary organizations in Colombia. The Refugee Protection Division (RPD) rejected their claims, arguing that they had a viable internal flight alternative (IFA) where they could be safe. However, the Federal
