If you regularly watch television or listen to the radio, you are probably sick of hearing campaign commercials. These commercials are effective, though. Indeed, they tend to persuade individuals to support certain candidates or policies. If you feel strongly about...
Immigration News
How good does your English need to be to become a U.S. citizen?
Because you have been a legal permanent resident for years, you probably recognize that people in most places in the U.S. speak English. This means you must be able to read and write in the language to function in society. Put differently, if you are not functionally...
Supreme Court upholds DHS’ long-term detention of undocumented immigrants
The Supreme Court upheld the government's right to hold undocumented immigrants while their removal proceedings are in dispute. The court overturned the decision of the lower courts in two cases that granted the right to a bond hearing for noncitizens. What does this...
What is DACA?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals refers to a program that provides deportation relief for certain immigrants. Specifically, DACA is for those who came to the U.S. as children who want to stay in the country. Those who apply for deportation relief through DACA...
What to know about immigration if you’re 21 or older
Those who came to the United States when they were children, or were brought to the U.S. by their parents or other relatives, may have been fleeing violent and otherwise dangerous situations, seeking a better life and thinking of the future of their family. But once...
President Biden restarts immigrant expulsion at Mexican border
One of the most controversial changes in U.S. immigration policy since January 2021 has been allowing undocumented immigrants to enter the United States without an expulsion. The policy change even went so far as to send detainees to other regions of the nation like...
What to expect during the naturalization tests and interview
As someone who wants to become a U.S. citizen through naturalization and stay in Pennsylvania or another part of the country on a permanent basis, you must first complete a multi-step naturalization process. There are many elements involved in the naturalization...
Your success living as an immigrant in the United States
Immigration may introduce your family to a wealth of opportunities to expand careers, relationships and experiences. However, living as an immigrant in a new country is never without its challenges. When you know how to circumvent some of the common challenges of...
Pennsylvania is pushing for licenses for undocumented immigrants
There is a push in the state of Pennsylvania to issue licenses to over 160,000 undocumented immigrants. This move is gaining momentum from both parties. Living conditions for immigrants in Pennsylvania Some individuals who live in the state with a precarious...
Returning workers must confirm H-1B compliance
The H-1B workforce is returning to work as American offices are reopening. These workers had to comply with H-1B requirements when they worked from home and may have to comply with other rules when they return to the office or the employer’s workplace. H-1B The H-1b...
