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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Court Hearing Scheduled for USCIS Policy Memo Litigation

Updates on litigation challenging USCIS policy memos PM-602-0192 and PM-602-0194, including court hearing dates and responses.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Changes Rules for Refugees, Allowing ICE Detentions

New DHS memo alters refugee status, potentially exposing many to ICE detentions if they fail to adjust their status.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Directive Could Impact Refugees with Paperwork Lapses

A new DHS directive may lead to arrests and detention for refugees with paperwork issues, marking a significant policy shift.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Finalizes H-1B Weighted Selection Rule Ahead of Cap Season

DHS has released a final rule for H-1B weighted selection, outlining steps for employers before the next cap season.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Policy Allows Arrests of Non-Permanent Residents

New DHS policy permits federal officers to arrest individuals without green cards and assess refugee claims.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Reports 957% Increase in 287(g) Partnerships

DHS announces a significant rise in 287(g) partnerships, enhancing local law enforcement cooperation with ICE.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Reverses 2010 Policy, Threatening Refugees' Green Card Applications

New DHS guidance endangers Biden-era refugees by treating delayed green card applications as grounds for detention.

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Feb 19, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

EB-1A Approval Rates Decline Amid Legal Challenges

EB-1A approval rates have dropped to 46%, with legal nuances complicating the petition process, according to immigration attorney Ksenia Maiorova.

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Feb 19, 2026 • X • 1 min read

EB-2 NIW Approval Rates Plummet, EB-1A Remains Steady

EB-2 NIW approval rates dropped by 46% in FY 2024, while EB-1A rates remained stable. Immigration strategies need to adapt to these changes.

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Feb 19, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

EB-2 NIW Processing Times and Fees Update for 2026

Key updates on EB-2 NIW processing times and fees for 2026, including premium processing changes and visa backlogs.

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