by Norma Ayoub | Nov 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
A major development came on November 19, 2025, when a federal judge in the Southern District of New York temporarily blocked the government from ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syria. TPS for Syria had been scheduled to end on November 21, 2025, but the...
by Norma Ayoub | Nov 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar) will be terminated effective January 26, 2026. This decision comes after a comprehensive review of the conditions in Burma and consultations with...
by Norma Ayoub | Nov 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
In April 2025, Palantir Technologies secured a $30 million contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to deploy ImmigrationOS, an AI-powered platform designed to streamline deportation operations, track voluntary departures, and prioritize...
by Norma Ayoub | Nov 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
Overview The U.S. State Department revoked more than 80,000 non-immigrant visas in one year under the Trump administration—more than double the number from the previous year. This sharp increase reflects a stricter enforcement stance and broader interpretations of...
by Norma Ayoub | Nov 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of South Sudan, effective January 5, 2026. This decision was published in the Federal Register and follows the agency’s required review...