Evolution of the Deportation Process in the U.S.
The deportation process for immigrants in the United States has changed significantly in recent years. Under the current administration, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has intensified raids and deportations, averaging between 1,000 and 1,200 removals per day. This increase in enforcement operations has raised concerns among immigrant communities and human rights organizations. Raids and New […]
Revocation of TPS for Venezuelans: Impact and Consequences
The Trump administration has revoked the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) granted to more than 600,000 Venezuelan migrants by the Biden administration. This decision could expose thousands of people to deportation in the coming months, creating uncertainty within the migrant community. You may also like: “Colombia and the U.S.: From Diplomatic Crisis to Retraction” […]
Colombia and the U.S.: From Diplomatic Crisis to Retraction
In an unexpected turn in U.S.-Colombia relations, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of sanctions against the government of Gustavo Petro after Colombia refused to receive two flights carrying repatriated undocumented migrants. The decision, announced via the Truth Social platform, triggered a diplomatic crisis that escalated rapidly, putting Colombia’s economy and its citizens’ mobility […]
CBP Eliminates Scheduling Feature in CBP One App
On January 20, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the removal of the scheduling functionality from its mobile application, CBP One. This change impacts foreign nationals who previously used the app to submit information and schedule appointments at eight ports of entry along the southwest U.S. border. As a result, all scheduled appointments […]
Trump Ends Humanitarian Parole for Venezuelans, Cubans, Nicaraguans, and Haitians
On his first day in office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending the humanitarian parole program for citizens of Venezuela, Cuba, Nicaragua, and Haiti. This program, implemented by the previous administration, allowed people from these countries to stay legally in the United States for up to two years. With the new measure, questions […]
U.S. Appeals Court Rejects Biden’s DACA Program
The United States 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has recently rejected the regulation implemented by President Joe Biden’s administration aimed at strengthening the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. This ruling comes just days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. You might also be interested in: “USCIS Updates Guidance for National Interest Waivers (NIW) […]
USCIS Updates Guidance for National Interest Waivers (NIW) under EB-2
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual to clarify the eligibility evaluation process for employment-based second preference (EB-2) petitions that include a request for a National Interest Waiver (NIW). You might also be interested in: “House of Representatives Passes Bill for Deportation of Immigrants Accused of Misdemeanors” Key Updates in […]
House of Representatives Passes Bill for Deportation of Immigrants Accused of Misdemeanors
The United States House of Representatives recently approved a bill aimed at deporting undocumented immigrants accused of non-violent misdemeanors. The measure, which garnered bipartisan support with 264 votes in favor and 159 against, will now move to the Senate for further legislative review. You might also be interested in: “Trump Strengthens Immigration Policies: National Emergency […]
Trump Strengthens Immigration Policies: National Emergency Declaration and Mass Deportations
President Donald Trump has declared illegal immigration a national emergency, initiating a series of measures to bolster border security and tighten immigration policies. Actions implemented include the reinstatement of the “Remain in Mexico” policy, the asylum ban, and the restriction of birthright citizenship. You might also be interested in: “U.S. Reactivates Travel Authorization for Humanitarian […]
U.S. Reactivates Travel Authorization for Humanitarian Parole Applicants
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the reactivation of Advance Travel Authorizations (ATA) for applicants of the CHNV humanitarian parole program, aimed at citizens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This development marks a significant step forward for individuals awaiting the completion of their immigration process to the United States. What is the […]
