DHS OIG Finds Troubling Conditions at Several ICE Detention Facilities
The DHS OIG found troubling abuses at ICE four immigration detention facilities, including the Hudson County Jail and Stewart Detention Center, during unannounced inspections.
DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen Announces New VWP Security Enhancements
Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen announced new security enhancements for VWP countries, including those with high overstay rates
Overview of Border Security Statistics for FY 2017
In border security news, FY 2017 saw a dramatic decrease in apprehensions and inadmissibles, and especially with apprehensions at the Southwest Border.
USCIS Posts Video on New Form I-485 (06/26/17 Edition)
The USCIS published a video on changes on the 06/26/17 edition of the Form I-485. This is the only edition of the Form I-485 currently accepted by USCIS.
President Trump Nominates Kristjen Nielsen as the New Secretary of Homeland Security
On October 11, 2017, President Donald Trump nominated deputy White House Chief of Staff Kristjen Nielsen to be the new Secretary of Homeland Security.
Politico Reports that Michael McCaul is No Longer Being Considered for DHS Secretary
According to a report in Politico, Michael McCaul is no longer in contention to be the nominee for Secretary of Homeland Security.
USCIS to Require In-Person Interviews for Employment-Based AOS Applicants and Asylee/Refugee Relative Petitions
Starting on October 1, 2017, the USCIS will require employment-based AOS applicants and certain beneficiaries of refugee/asylee relative petitions to submit to in-person interviews.
EOIR Adds Nine New Immigration Judges
The EOIR announced that it swore in nine new immigration judges. The New York City Immigration Court and San Francisco Immigration Court each received two
Overview of GAO Report on Refugee Screening
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on refugee screening, including recommendations for RSCs to better detect security risks and fraud.
DHS Publishes New Interim Rule Amending T Visa Regulations
On December 19, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published an interim rule amending the regulations governing the requirements and procedures for individuals seeking T nonimmigrant status.
