Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court held that the BIA did not err in concluding that the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitioner failed to show extraordinary circumstances that would excuse his six-year delay in seeking reopening under the special rule for VAWA petitioners. (Sarkisov v. Bondi, 11/21/25)
Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on December 1, 2025.
12/1/25
Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court reversed BIA’s order finding petitioner no longer qualified as a “child” under the INA because she was over 21 at the time of the BIA’s decision, holding that age for cancellation under §240A(b)(1)(D) is determined when the IJ issues its decision. (Perez-Perez v. Bondi, 11/21/25)
Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court held that the BIA abused its discretion when it ignored credible, unrebutted, and legally significant evidence in the record and concluded that petitioner failed to demonstrate that the Honduran government was unable or unwilling to control MS-13. (Ramos Marquez v. Bondi, 11/19/25)
Agency Memos & Announcements
Effective immediately, USCIS will consider relevant country-specific facts and circumstances such as those outlined in PP 10949 when adjudicating discretionary benefit requests such as adjustment of status applications, extension of nonimmigrant stay, and change of nonimmigrant status.
Practice Resources
On November 24, 2025, Kristi Noem, the Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar) shall be terminated effective on January 26, 2026. This practice alert provides more detail and compliance considerations.
Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
DHS announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. The termination will be effective 2/3/26. An advance copy of the termination notice is available in the Federal Register.
Memo & Regulatory Comments
AILA and the Council submitted comments opposing the termination of employment authorization documents (EAD) automatic extension. The comments pointed out how the agency's justifications for issuing the interim final rule are arbitrary and capricious and disregard reliance interests.
11/26/25
AILA Doc. No. 25112600.
Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on November 26, 2025.
11/26/25
Practice Resources
In an internal memo, USCIS ordered review of all refugee approvals from 1/21/21 to 2/20/25—approximately 200,000 cases. USCIS also ordered staff to stop adjudicating any applications to adjust status filed by refugees, their derivatives, and follow-to-join refugees admitted during this timeframe.
Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
DHS notice that the DHS Secretary has determined that it is necessary to waive certain legal requirements in order to construct barriers and roads near the international border in the U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector of Texas. The determination takes effect 11/25/2025. (90 FR 53375, 11/25/2025)
Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court held that the petitioner’s failure to comply with the precise requirements of INA §242(c) did not warrant dismissing or denying his petition, finding that imperfections in his filing did not deprive the government of notice or result in prejudice. (Kazarian v. Bondi, 11/18/25)
Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
HHS notice that HHS, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), will share certain information with DHS and ICE. This notice applies to data collected by CMS in connection with its role in the Medicaid program and is applicable immediately. (90 FR 53324, 11/25/25)
11/25/25
AILA Doc. No. 25112507.
Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
USCIS notice of revision of Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Forms I-17, Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student and I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status. Comments are due 12/26/25. (90 FR 53377, 11/25/25)
Professional Resources
Lawyer Well-Being Committee member Lynn Calder walks us through the benefits and practice of expressing gratitude.
Professional Resources
Holiday's can be hard, but here are 7 tips and resources to help you stay grounded and well.
Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
SAVE and E-Verify issued announcements on EADs affected by DHS's termination of temporary protected status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar). Burma’s TPS designation and related benefits terminate 1/26/26. Category A12 or C19 EADs issued under Burma’s TPS designation are now valid until 1/26/26.
Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
DHS notice that DHS Secretary is terminating the designation of Burma (Myanmar) for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The designation is set to expire on 11/25/25. Termination will be effective 1/26/26. EADs issued under this designation will also expire 1/26/26. (90 FR 53378, 11/25/25)
Press Releases
Ben Johnson, Executive Director of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), responded to news that the Trump Administration will reopen vetting for refugees who entered between January 20, 2021, and February 20, 2025.
11/25/25
AILA Doc. No. 25112502.
Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court found that the BIA properly concluded that the recidivist nature of the petitioner’s 2017 DUI conviction, his fourth such offense, demonstrated lack of good moral character under INA §240A(b)(1)(B) within the 10-year period. (Luna-Corona v. Bondi, 11/17/25)
Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
On remand from the Supreme Court in light of Loper Bright, the court held that the petitioner’s conviction in Virginia for receipt of stolen property was a crime involving moral turpitude (CIMT) rendering him ineligible for cancellation of removal. (Solis-Flores v. Bondi, 11/13/25)