A federal court ruled on January 28, 2026, in the case of Mukherji v. Miller, rejecting the USCIS’s “Final Merits” rule as unlawful and ordering the approval of EB-1A petitions. This landmark decision allows applicants to challenge past denials, potentially benefiting many who were previously turned away under the contested rule.
Key Details:
- Court ruling date: January 28, 2026
- Case name: Mukherji v. Miller
- USCIS’s “Final Merits” rule deemed unlawful
- Decision opens avenues for challenging past EB-1A denials
This ruling is expected to significantly impact EB-1A applicants, providing them with new opportunities to seek approval for their immigration petitions. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @rajulawusa