Seeking Asylum and the Right to Work

Being forced to flee your home to escape danger is a terrible ordeal. People who arrive in the United States seeking asylum face an uncertain and stressful future. Part of the problem comes from the additional feeling of helplessness that comes wit...

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The Ongoing Debate Over Driving Privileges for Immigrants

New legislation in Florida is raising a number of questions about immigration policy across the country. Many states, including Texas, are grappling with their own strategies to improve their immigration policies.  One issue that many of the...

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Two Latina Congresswomen Propose Bipartisan Immigration Bill

A new immigration bill introduced in the House of Representatives at the end of May is one of the first bipartisan immigration reform bills introduced in Congress since 2013. It’s likely to be hotly debated in the coming months. The bill, called t...

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How Can I Sponsor a Family Member?

Sponsoring a loved one’s immigration to the United States can feel like a daunting task, but it is possible. If you immigrated to the U.S. or were born here, sponsoring a family member may be an option. The Process of Sponsoring a Family Member: ...

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3 Levels of Immigrant Worker Preference Categories

If you're an immigrant in the United States, you might be interested in getting a green card. If that's the case, there are eight different categories of eligibility for obtaining a green card. A few notable green card options are through family ...

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When Nonimmigrant Workers Lose Their Employment

Losing your job is stressful for anyone. For nonimmigrant workers, the situation is made worse by fears of deportation and possible damage to their chances of gaining legal permission to live or work in the United States in the future. If you’re a...

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Confused About the Right to Seek Asylum?

American immigration law is a confusing subject. Some cases are handled quickly and easily. Others take years and involve many twists and turns. One of the areas that is full of misunderstandings is the right to seek asylum. A Clear Right That Is...

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Will Temporary Protected Status Grow?

It is often impossible for people to return to the country of their birth safely. Wars, natural disasters, political upheaval and other events can make returning a dangerous undertaking. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) exists to help nati...

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What is Immigration Detention?

In the US, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is responsible for upholding current immigration laws and regulations. This means they’re required by law to detain immigrants based on several factors. One requirement ordered by Congress is th...

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