Once again, immigration policy finds itself in the spotlight, as the United States Supreme Court recently heard oral argument for United States v. Texas, a challenge to federal policy governing federal immigration enforcement policies. The lawsuit, brought by Texas and Louisiana, not only impacts the future of immigration enforcement in the country but also may impact the right of states to sue the federal government over discretionary READ MORE READ MORE

A wave of layoffs across Silicon Valley poses significant implications for the economy as the United States struggles to avoid a recession. Given that the tech industry relies heavily on foreign labor, these cost-cutting measures pose unique consequences for foreign workers. As most foreign workers rely on employment-based visas to remain in the United States, some suggest these layoffs could deter noncitizen workers from continuing to work READ MORE READ MORE

According to a recent announcement from the Department of Justice (“DOJ”), Giant Food, a Pennsylvania-based grocery store chain, has settled allegations of discrimination against noncitizen workers. The announcement underscores the significance of ensuring compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act (the “INA”) and the severe consequences of failing to do so. Allegations of Discrimination Against Noncitizen Workers According to the DOJ, an investigation was begun following allegations READ MORE READ MORE

Accused Attacker of Paul Pelosi Present in the United States Illegally; Faces Deportation On Oct. 28, 2022, an individual violently attacked Paul Pelosi, husband of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, seriously injuring Mr. Pelosi, who was hospitalized following the attack and underwent surgery for his injuries. Amid the controversy and misinformation surrounding the politically charged incident, it has become clear that the accused READ MORE READ MORE

Perhaps one of the least common visa categories in the United States is that of the T visa, a status provided to the victims of human trafficking who assist in the investigation and prosecution of those involved in human trafficking. T status affords a direct path to lawful permanent residence (a “green card”), though critics maintain the protective status is flawed in many key respects.  Background of READ MORE READ MORE