Although the Trump administration is unable to cease processing immigration applications, its mismanagement of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) could still lead to furloughs that impact immigrants, international adoptions, and United States businesses. Plans for the... read more

In mid-June, a Seventh Circuit panel upheld the decision to bar a federal public charge rule in Illinois. The new policy from the Trump administration aims to create additional obstacles for immigrants who are seeking green cards while living on food stamps, public benefits, or housing... read more

Earlier in April, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that a COVID-19 relief fund would be available to every individual in Chicago, regardless of their immigration or citizenship status. The fund includes $1,000 housing grants that would assist with mortgage and rent payments, $100 million... read more

The effect of the new Public Charge Rule is to deny the green card and visa applications of those immigrants who the government believes won't be able to support themselves and their families. The new rule implements several changes to applications for green cards and... read more

When applying for citizenship, some people may qualify for a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fee waiver. This can help significantly reduce the application filing price, which is normally $725. As of December 2, 2019, a new policy is in effect that makes changes to... read more