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The Trump administration’s policies on international students have been a topic of significant debate. Recently, the federal government decided to restore the records of international students whose entries in a critical database were previously terminated. This decision is part of a broader context of legal challenges and administrative changes regarding the monitoring and

 
Move cancels Social Security numbers, cuts off access to work and services, and aims to force immigrants to leave the U.S. (referred to as “Digital Murder”)

 
The Trump administration has launched a covert strategy to pressure thousands of immigrants to leave the United States by marking them as deceased in federal records.

Digital Vetting Is the New Norm
 

 
If you’re applying for a green card, asylum, or even U.S. citizenship, your social media presence could soon become a key part of your application process.
 
The U.S. government is dramatically expanding its monitoring of immigrants’ social media presence as part of a broader effort

A Deep Dive into Surveillance, Deportation, and Civil Liberties
 

 
Facial recognition technology has rapidly advanced in recent years—used everywhere from airports to smartphones. While it offers convenience and security, it also presents serious risks when abused by governments to suppress dissent.
 
In the wake of escalating tensions surrounding the Gaza conflict, private

Students Shocked, Facing Potential Deportation
 
 

 
 
As of April 15 2025, more than 1200 international students and recent graduates, from 200 colleges, across the United States have reportedly had their student visas canceled or immigration status changed—often without warning—according to a growing number of colleges, student advocates, and immigration attorneys. These visa

What F-1, J-1 and M-1 Students Should Know in 2025

In a sweeping move that has sent shockwaves through international student communities across the U.S., the State Department—under orders from Secretary of State Marco Rubio—has begun revoking student visas based on social media activity, including posts, shares, and even likes. The campaign, called “Catch and

The job of an immigration lawyer is never easy. But under President Donald Trump’s second administration (2025), it has become significantly more demanding, unpredictable, and emotionally draining. Lawyers in this field aren’t just filling out forms—they’re on the legal frontlines, navigating policy whiplash, advising panicked clients, and defending constitutional rights against an onslaught of anti-immigration

Employers should brace for significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy. Based on Trump’s first term and recent campaign promises, including the hiring of American workers first, I anticipate a mix of aggressive enforcement, procedural delays, and visa restrictions—particularly for employment-based immigration under the incoming Trump administration. President Trump’s first term saw increased scrutiny

When navigating the complex process of transitioning from an H-1B visa to a Green Card, it is crucial to rely on authoritative resources. This includes guidance from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to ensure all information is accurate and compliant with immigration laws.
Introduction
Transitioning from an H-1B visa to a Green Card is