By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Consulate processing is a critical step in obtaining visas and immigration benefits for those applying from outside the United States. Typically, applicants must complete the...
The Impact of U.S. Immigration Laws on Members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and Jehovah’s Witnesses
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: tony_g / Shutterstock.com Immigration laws in the United States have historically posed challenges for various religious communities, particularly minorit...
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Calls Guyana “One of the Most Exciting Places”
By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Crush Rush / shutterstock.com In a recent statement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterized Guyana as “one of the most exciting places in the wor...
Why God Demands Kindness to Immigrants
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In a world marked by division, nationalism, and strict borders, the treatment of immigrants often becomes a contentious issue, especially among political leaders. However, the ...
Trump Is Trying to Deter Us from Representing Immigrants in Court. It Won’t Work.
By Rebekah Wolf, IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on ...
Attorney General James Defends Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Venezuelan Immigrants
Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com Trump Administration’s Early Termination of TPS Designations Would Endanger Immigrants and Harm New York’s Economy NEW YORK – New York Attorney...
Green Card Slavery: A Modern-Day Bondage Exposed
By Esther Claudette Gittens Thousands of immigrant women in the U.S. are falling prey to abusers who exploit love and the promise of legal residency as tools of control. In the name of love, many drea...
With Liberty and Justice for All: The Importance of “Know Your Rights” Education
By Micaela McConnell | IMMIGRATION IMPACT In a country built on the principles of freedom and justice, certain fundamental rights for every individual—regardless of their immigration status—are pr...
How Green Card Holders Can Legally Lose Their Status, the Legal Process, and the Case for Pursuing Citizenship Amid Political Uncertainty
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), or green card holders, enjoy the privilege of residing and working in the U.S. indefinitely. However, this status is contingent on adherence ...
Trump Administration Wants Mandatory Social Media Disclosure for Immigrants in Green Card and Citizenship Applications
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: sdx15 / shutterstock.com In a move that has sparked concerns over privacy and free speech, the Trump administration has proposed a policy that would require immigr...