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U.S. Military Spouse Released From Federal Immigration Custody After Mid-Flight Intervention

U.S. Military Spouse Released From Federal Immigration Custody After Mid-Flight Intervention

Washington, Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Immigration officials halted the deportation of Army spouse Maisa Lopes mid-flight following high-profile political pressure, highlighting systemic policy uncertainty for non-citizen military dependents.

Justice Department Challenges Reduced College Tuition Rates for Undocumented Students in Three States

Justice Department Challenges Reduced College Tuition Rates for Undocumented Students in Three States

New York, Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
The U.S. Department of Justice has sued New York, Connecticut, and Vermont, arguing that state laws granting in-state college tuition discounts to undocumented residents unconstitutionally discriminate against out-of-state American citizens.

US Considers Ending Grace Period for Unemployed H-1B Visa Holders

US Considers Ending Grace Period for Unemployed H-1B Visa Holders

Washington, Sunday, 9 August 2026.
The Department of Homeland Security proposes eliminating the 60-day grace period for foreign specialty workers, leaving laid-off visa holders facing immediate departure upon termination.