President Trump's temporary travel ban is partially in force now. The confusion and outrage that were hallmarks of the first attempt earlier this year seem to be less of an issue this time, but there is still a good deal of uncertainty about what's going on and who is...
Month: June 2017
A pardon isn’t enough to prevent deportation after minor offense
An El Salvadoran mother of two was deported recently, despite significant efforts being made on her behalf by an advocacy group and her state's governor. Now, her family has been broken up.The 30 year-old came to the United States fleeing the violence in El Salvador...
SCOTUS decision might not help naturalized Serb immigrant
On one hand, the appellant can claim victory. On the other, it might not prove to be a win in the long run. Either way, an immigration law ruling today by the U.S. Supreme Court has significant implications.As we have reported on this case previously, we think it only...
What’s the right way to refer to myself under immigration laws?
Labels; we all use them. Applied to file folders, there purpose is clear. If they're applied to people, it can lead to misconceptions, misunderstandings and headaches, physical and legal.Still, where immigration issues are concerned, labels are common. Whether we like...
Marriage may be a green light for a green card
You might be one of many Kentucky residents who met the loves of their lives somewhere far away overseas. The saying that love comes around when you least expect it may be true in such cases. Falling in love with a non-U.S. citizen immediately presents certain...
Why do USCIS fees change so much?
Most news headlines about immigration these days center on the matter of undocumented individuals. There is no doubt that the issue is a top priority on the political stage. The emphasis in the stories, thus, seems to be on examining how the government is handling...
