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Supreme Court Hands the Trump Administration a Partial Victory in Ongoing Birthright Citizenship Litigation

July 4, 2025

The United States Supreme Court has given President Donald Trump’s Executive Order (“EO”) curbing birthright citizenship a partial victory. The ruling does not impact “Birthright Citizenship” but rather restricts district court judges from issuing nation-wide (or “universal”) injunctions against Executive Orders. In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court held that

When Do Sponsor Obligations End Under Form I-864?

July 2, 2025

For immigrants to the United States, the Form I-864, Affidavit of Support (“Form I-864”), is a critical part of the family-based immigration process. It is a legally enforceable contract in which a sponsor agrees to financially support the intended immigrant, helping ensure that the immigrant does not rely on certain

United States Announces New Visa Policies Targeting Chinese Nationals

June 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of State (“DOS”) has announced a new set of visa policies aimed at increasing scrutiny of Chinese nationals seeking to enter the United States. In a press statement issued by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the DOS outlined forthcoming measures that align with President Trump’s directive to

U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong Announces New Policy for Immigrant Visa Applicants

June 12, 2025

Beginning July 1, 2025, Immigrant Visa and K Fiancée Visa applicants who have not brought ALL the required documents to their interview will be turned away and required to reschedule their appointment. Applicants must present original civil documents, including police certificates, marriage and divorce certificates, and birth certificates, and make

Expert: No reason to fear US travel amid Trump win

November 14, 2016

MANILA – Filipinos planning to travel or immigrate to the United States have nothing to worry about despite US President-elect Donald Trump’s promises to deport illegal immigrants, a lawyer said on Monday.

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Supreme Court Hands the Trump Administration a Partial Victory in Ongoing Birthright Citizenship Litigation

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United States Announces New Visa Policies Targeting Chinese Nationals

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