Immigration-related fines for businesses increased in August of 2016, but the total number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) audits was declining prior to Donald Trump taking office. The Trump administration has focused heavily on immigration enforcement and is expected to continue... read more
What to do When You Overstay Your Visa
According to the Department of Homeland Security, nearly 629,000 individuals overstayed their visa in 2016; This is an increase from approximately 500,000 in 2015. These overstays include individuals in the US on tourist, business, or student visas. Most individuals who stay are from countries... read more
The Cost of Compassion in a Sanctuary City
Like many other sanctuary cities across the United States, Chicago is quickly discovering that freedom for immigrants comes at a cost. As President Trump's plan to cut federal funding for cities that refuse to back down continues to try to compel these safe havens to cooperate, Chicago Mayor Rahm... read more