USCIS Detects 275 Cases of Immigration Fraud in Large-Scale “Twin Shield” Operation
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released the results of Operation Twin Shield, a large-scale investigation focused on uncovering immigration fraud in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area. Between September 19 and 28, 2025, USCIS officers, in coordination with ICE and the FBI, conducted more than 900 interviews and site visits, analyzing over 1,000 cases […]
Trump Administration Appoints Army Reserve and National Guard Members to Serve as Temporary Immigration Judges
Former President Donald Trump has proposed deploying members of the Army Reserve and the National Guard to serve as immigration judges in deportation proceedings as part of his broader immigration agenda. According to an AP News report, the measure would allow military attorneys (or those with legal training) to act as judges in cases currently […]
Illegal Crossings at the U.S.–Mexico Border Drop to Their Lowest Annual Level Since 1970
The White House reported that illegal crossings at the U.S. southern border have fallen to their lowest level in more than five decades. According to the official statement, fiscal year 2025 ended with approximately 238,000 apprehensions, marking a drastic reduction compared to the more than 2.2 million recorded in 2022. This decline, described by the […]
New H-1B Process: Weighted Selection Instead of Pure Lottery
On September 24, 2025, USCIS published in the Federal Register a proposal to change the way H-1B cap-subject petitions are selected. Instead of a random lottery, a weighted system would be applied, giving more chances to those offering higher wages. You can also read: “DOL Firewall Project: Protecting the Highly Skilled U.S. Workforce” How Would […]
DOL Firewall Project: Protecting the Highly Skilled U.S. Workforce
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) launched the Firewall Project, an enforcement initiative focused on monitoring the use of H-1B visas to ensure that employers prioritize qualified American workers and comply with existing regulations. You can also read: “New DHS Milestone: Over 2 Million Undocumented Immigrants Out of the U.S. in Less Than 250 Days” […]
New DHS Milestone: Over 2 Million Undocumented Immigrants Out of the U.S. in Less Than 250 Days
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a significant result in immigration policy: since January 20 of this year, more than 2 million undocumented immigrants have either been formally expelled or have self-expelled from U.S. territory, all within a period of less than 250 days. You can also read: “Gold Card: The New Immigration Program […]
“Gold Card”: The New Immigration Program with Million-Dollar Donations Announced by Trump
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order to create the Gold Card program, which will allow the expedited processing of immigrant visas for those who make substantial donations to the United States. You can also read: “USCIS Updates Guidelines on Military Naturalization” Main Points of the Program Justification and Political Narrative The White House […]
USCIS Updates Guidelines on Military Naturalization
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced key changes in the military naturalization guidelines, aligned with new provisions from the Department of War and recent instructions from the Armed Forces. You can also read: “Restriction of Entry for Certain Nonimmigrant Workers: What You Need to Know” Key Points of the Update What does this […]
USCIS Unveils the First Changes to the Naturalization Test: What Do They Mean for Applicants?
On September 17, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced modifications to the naturalization test as part of a multi-phase review of U.S. citizenship standards. These reforms aim to update and strengthen the process to ensure that new citizens fully understand the history, government, and fundamental principles of the United States. You may also […]
DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Period for Students, Exchange Visitors, and Media
On August 28, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed regulation that seeks to change the length of stay in the U.S. for those entering with a student visa (F), exchange visitor visa (J), or foreign media representative visa (I). You may also read: “Changes to the Registration Fee for the U.S. […]
