by Nassim Arzani | Sep 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
A recent review of immigration detention cases in Kentucky shows just how difficult obtaining release from ICE custody has become.
After the Sixth Circuit ruled that many detained immigrants were entitled to bond hearings, federal judges ordered release or bond hearings in 178 cases reviewed by investigators. Yet among the cases where an immigration judge ultimately decided bond, approximately 80% were denied.
Even individuals with long-standing ties to the United States and limited or no criminal history may face significant obstacles in securing release from immigration detention.
Bond cases require careful preparation. Evidence of family ties, community involvement, employment history, rehabilitation, and lack of danger or flight risk can be critical.
by Nassim Arzani | Sep 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The U.S. State Department is considering new passport procedures that could require parents applying for a U.S. passport for their child to provide proof of their own U.S. citizenship or immigration status.
The proposed guidance is connected to the administration’s latest effort to restrict birthright citizenship and is currently the subject of ongoing federal litigation.
For now, this is a developing issue, not a final passport rule. Families who may be affected should stay informed as the legal challenges and implementation guidance continue to develop.
by Nassim Arzani | Sep 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
According to NBC News, ICE arrests remained at historically high levels in August, with approximately 50,000 arrests reported nationwide.
This is another reminder that immigration enforcement remains aggressive. Individuals with pending cases, prior removal orders, criminal histories, or questions about their immigration status should understand their rights and seek qualified legal advice before an emergency occurs.
by Nassim Arzani | Aug 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Major changes are underway in how the U.S. government evaluates whether certain immigrants are likely to become a “public charge.”
The Department of Homeland Security has rescinded the 2022 public charge regulation, and the new framework is scheduled to take effect on September 18, 2026. At the same time, the U.S. Department of State has temporarily paused immigrant visa interviews worldwide while consular officers receive training on public-charge screening.
Together, these developments signal increased scrutiny of an applicant’s financial circumstances and ability to support themselves in the United States.
by Nassim Arzani | Aug 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
USCIS issued an August 12 update stating that El Salvador’s TPS designation and related benefits are set to terminate on that date.
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