In April 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) implemented a new mandatory registration process for noncitizens present in the U.S. for more than 30 days. This initiative, rooted in an archaic provision of immigration law, requires individuals to complete Form G-325R, Biographic Information (Registration). While the stated purpose…

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When federal and state priorities intersect, complex legal questions often arise. That’s exactly what’s happening now, as twenty state attorneys general have filed lawsuits regarding new conditions placed on federal funding for emergency services and infrastructure. Understanding the Situation The legal challenge centers on recent changes to how federal grants…

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A significant legal precedent was set this week when U.S. District Judge Fernandez Rodriguez ruled on the application of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act (AEA) in modern immigration enforcement. The decision highlights the delicate balance between national security concerns and Constitutional protections. Understanding the Core…

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As immigration attorneys are constantly watching recent developments, another deeply troubling one is the Department of Justice’s decision (article behind paywall) to grant DOGE advisors access to the Executive Office for Immigration Review’s Courts and Appeals System (ECAS). This isn’t just another policy change…

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What seems like the initial plot of an Alexander Dumas novel – a person wrongfully imprisoned – is, in reality, the starting point of a very real and troubling situation. Unlike Edmond Dantès in The Count of Monte Cristo, who eventually escapes and finds a treasure, many individuals who are wrongly…

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Ready to explore the world? Let’s talk about something that affects millions of people but rarely gets discussed openly – international travel and immigration status. Whether you’re a U.S. citizen, a green card holder, or someone without documentation, your travel experience will be quite different. Here’s what you…

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Recent developments have triggered widespread outrage among advocates and legal experts alike, as the termination of legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children threatens the well-being of over 26,000 minors. The Acacia Center for Justice, the prime contractor funding several immigration nonprofits nationwide, has been vocally opposing the…

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In the middle of the night, Mahmoud Khalil was taken from his home. His wife, eight months pregnant, watched helplessly as plainclothes agents escorted him away. For hours, no one knew where he was. His lawyer struggled to track him down. His friends and family scrambled for information. By the…

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A recent Executive Order signed on January 20, 2025, directs federal agencies to review funding for jurisdictions with so-called “sanctuary policies.” While this has reignited national debates, here in Howard County, the issue has already been settled—twice. Through the Liberty Act, passed in December 2020 and…

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Every March, as Women’s History Month celebrates the achievements and resilience of women, it’s also a time to recognize those still fighting for basic rights—especially the right to live without fear. For many women worldwide, fleeing their homeland isn’t about seeking a better…

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