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Understanding the 2025 Changes to the U.S. Naturalization Test
A significant update to the naturalization process has occurred, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the...
mburchettlaw
Sep 172 min read
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What the Supreme Court's Latest Ruling Means for Immigration Enforcement
On September 8, 2025 , in a distinct 6–3 ruling , the U.S. Supreme Court lifted a temporary restraining order  that had previously...
mburchettlaw
Sep 102 min read
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What is VAWA? VAWA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is VAWA? The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows certain immigrants who have suffered abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful...
mburchettlaw
Sep 92 min read
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Trump’s Attempt to Defund Sanctuary Cities Hits a Wall
When he returned to the White House, President Trump renewed his aggressive stance against so-called "sanctuary cities"—jurisdictions...
mburchettlaw
Aug 232 min read
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An Overview of 245(i) Provision in U.S. Immigration Law
What is 245(i)? The term "245(i)" refers to a provision in the U.S. immigration law that allows certain individuals who are eligible for...
mburchettlaw
Jan 5, 20242 min read
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What's the Difference Between an Immigrant Visa and a Nonimmigrant Visa?
There are two types of visas to enter the United States. One is an immigrant visa where  foreign applicant intends to live in the United...
mburchettlaw
May 9, 20222 min read
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Certain Employment Authorization Documents are Automatically Extended to 540 days
Certain categories of employment authorization documents (EADs) are eligible for automatic extensions upon the submission of an...
Marysa Burchett
May 5, 20221 min read
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