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Introduction The Trump administration has resumed its campaign to intensify immigration enforcement, marking a significant departure from the policies of the Biden era. Acting Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman recently issued guidance that could impact millions of migrants who entere...

In a decisive legal victory for proponents of birthright citizenship, U.S. District Judge John Coughenour in Seattle issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday to block an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump that sought to limit automatic citizenship for children born in...

On January 20, 2025, the Trump Administration issued multiple immigration-related Executive Orders (EOs) that signal a shift in U.S. immigration policy. These EOs focus on border security, rolling back humanitarian programs, increased vetting of visa applicants, and a controversial attempt to end...

On January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a sweeping proclamation declaring a national emergency at the southern border of the United States. The executive order underscores the administration's commitment to addressing what it describes as an unprecedented crisis threatening American...

On January 27, 2025, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) will be suspended under an executive order aimed at reassessing its alignment with the nation's resources, safety, and assimilation capacity. This order, which fundamentally alters how the United States manages refugee admissions, u...

1. Purpose and Constitutional Context The order revisits the Fourteenth Amendment, underscoring its intent to provide citizenship to individuals born or naturalized in the U.S., subject to its jurisdiction. However, it argues that this provision excludes individuals born to: Mothers unlawfull...

The recent Executive Order titled "Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats" represents a significant development in immigration law and policy. This directive underscores the government's commitment to safeguarding Americans by en...

As former President Donald Trump vows to enact the largest mass deportation operation in U.S. history, questions loom about the feasibility and implications of such a sweeping policy. While the rhetoric signals an aggressive approach, practical, legal, and diplomatic hurdles make the promise far ...

The recent dispute involving Wisconsin cornerback Xavier Lucas underscores a growing concern in college athletics: the lack of accountability and enforcement in contracts involving schools, conferences, and the NCAA. While student-athletes are held to high standards when fulfilling their commitme...

The Laken Riley Act, currently under consideration in the Senate, has reignited debates over immigration enforcement, border security, and the allocation of federal resources. This legislation mandates the detention and deportation of individuals in the U.S. without legal status if they have been...

The Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has issued pivotal guidance clarifying how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation intersects with Title IX compliance. This announcement introduces significant questions for colleges as they adapt to an evolving landscape in colleg...

On Monday, the U.S. Senate took a pivotal step in advancing a bill, S. 5, which would impose mandatory detention requirements for immigrants charged with property crimes and significantly expand the legal authority of state attorneys general in immigration matters. With an 82-10 vote, the bill ha...

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a final rule that offers significant relief to certain immigrants by permanently increasing the automatic extension period for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). Effective January 13, 2025, this rule extends the renewal p...

The Biden administration recently announced significant extensions to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Sudan, Ukraine, El Salvador, and Venezuela. This decision shields hundreds of thousands of individuals from deportation and provides continued work authorization, offering a vit...

At its heart, the H-1B visa program addresses a fundamental issue: the need for U.S. employers to fill specialized roles when no qualified domestic candidates are available. Established under the Immigration Act of 1990, the program allows companies to hire skilled workers from abroad temporarily...

On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a controversial bill aimed at expediting the deportation of undocumented immigrants charged with nonviolent crimes. The measure, widely seen as a reflection of the Republican majority's aggressive stance on immigration under President-elect Don...

President-elect Donald Trump has recently expressed strong support for the H-1B visa program, a stance that has ignited a heated debate between some of his supporters and prominent figures in the tech industry. In a statement, Trump noted his own history of utilizing the program, emphasizing its ...

With President-elect Trump set to take office, significant changes to U.S. immigration policy appear imminent. Tom Homan, the incoming border czar, has publicly outlined a strict enforcement agenda that will likely reshape immigration enforcement and policy in the coming years. A Renewed Focus o...

As Donald Trump's bid for the presidency gains traction, the international education sector faces the possibility of yet another tumultuous period. Reflecting on his previous tenure, stakeholders in higher education, global mobility, and student recruitment are understandably apprehensive. The tr...

In recent weeks, the debate over the H-1B visa program has reignited, fueled by political divisions within the incoming administration. Prominent voices like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have highlighted the importance of highly skilled immigration to the U.S. tech industry, while others in the ...

As the reality of President-elect Donald Trump's goal for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants begins to set in, the implications for both individuals and the broader economy demand our attention. Stephen Miller, Trump's pick for deputy chief of staff, has articulated plans to initiate “t...

Saluja Law applauds New Balance for its bold and strategic expansion of its Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) roster. By signing five new high school stars, the brand reinforces its commitment to nurturing young talent and reshaping the athletic landscape. Here's a closer look at what this means fo...

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced a final rule that promises transformative changes to the H-1B visa program. These updates aim to bolster U.S. businesses' ability to address labor shortages in critical fields, improve program efficiency, and enhance the program's integ...

Collegiate athletics are undergoing a seismic shift as new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies reshape the landscape of sports programs across the country. Following the House v. NCAA lawsuit and subsequent settlement, universities are now allowed to compensate student-athletes for the use o...

With the upcoming changes in immigration policy under President-elect Donald Trump's administration, companies across all industries are bracing for intensified scrutiny of their workforce compliance. A significant area of focus will likely be the Form I-9, the foundational document verifying emp...