US stops processing immigrant visas, expects pause to last weeks

The United States has paused the processing of all immigrant visas. The Trump administration explained the hold is designed to allow time to train consular officers on how to handle applications.

Father of USS Abraham Lincoln sailor released from immigration detention

A father was released from immigration detention after Border Patrol officers arrested him while he was waiting for his son, a Navy sailor, to return from the USS Abraham Lincoln.

Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas

A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.

Army soldier's wife deported in immigration crackdown

The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant was deported back to Honduras, according to her family and the Department of Homeland Security. 

Trump administration moves to revoke visas for up to 200,000 asylum seekers

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.

1,328 undocumented immigrants arrested in Maryland, Virginia during 2-week ICE operation

More than 1,300 undocumented immigrants were arrested during a two-week ICE operation in Maryland and Virginia, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Trump administration proposes over $103K fee for new H-1B worker visas

The Trump administration proposed a $103,265 fee for H-1B visas after a similar fee was struck down, with the revenue intended to help fund the U.S. immigration system.

Border Patrol arrests father awaiting sons' return from USS Abraham Lincoln

A Navy sailor deployed aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln revealed in a social media post that he learned of his father’s arrest while at sea.

Judge quashes Trump administration pause on visa processing for 75 countries

A federal judge ruled the State Department’s order pausing visa applications from 75 countries violated Congressional requirements and intent.

ICE proposes offering insurance for local police that arrest immigrants

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency has proposed an insurance plan that could protect local police officers who make immigration arrests.

Minnesota AG suing Texas governor to force extradition of ICE agent

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit against Texas Governor Greg Abbott to force the extradition of ICE officer Christian Castro, who is charged in connection with a January shooting in Minneapolis.

Trump’s State Department revoked 175,000 visas since January 2025

Approximately 175,000 people have lost their visas since the beginning of the Trump administration, the State Department reports.

ICE to equip every officer with body cams by end of August

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced this weekend they are hoping to have every officer and agent in the field equipped with body-worn cameras by the end of August. 

New Jersey launches civil rights investigation into Delaney Hall, ICE detention center in Newark

Gov. Mikie Sherrill said that ICE and The GEO Group, which operates the facility, have blocked the state's attempts to perform a health inspection at Delaney Hall. Detainees have reported poor living conditions and a lack of healthcare access.

ICE body camera policy allows video releases only in agency's 'best interest'

Body worn cameras are coming to Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers within the next two months. But there may be some lingering issues surrounding transparency and the public having access to their video for some of their most volatile incidents. 

Canadian woman accused of attacking teen on NJ boardwalk ordered deported

A Fourth of July weekend confrontation over political sweatpants has ended with a deportation order for a Canadian woman who was caught on video allegedly slapping a New Jersey teenager in the face.

US plans permanent visa bond rule affecting mostly African countries

The State Department is making permanent a program requiring applicants from mostly African countries to pay a bond to secure a visa.