After 104 days in immigration custody, Mahmoud Khalil — a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist — is back on the East Coast. Khalil, a legal permanent resident, was arrested during the Trump administration’s crackdown on student protests. On June 21, 2025, he walked out of Newark Liberty International Airport with his fist raised, joined […]
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) placed all employees of the USCIS Ombudsman’s Office on administrative leave on March 21, 2025. This action effectively paused one of the few independent checks in the immigration system and removed a vital channel for resolving problems and delays in the application process. Thousands of immigrants who relied on […]
Whether you’re a US citizen, a green card holder, a visa holder, or a refugee, you’ll go through inspection by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers each time you enter the United States. This process applies at all points of entry — airports, land borders, and seaports — and includes a short interview that can […]
Green card processing times vary depending on whether you apply through employment or family sponsorship. Each path has its own steps and timeline, so it’s not just about completing paperwork. In most cases, two key waiting periods affect how long it takes. First, you have to wait for your priority date to become current on […]