By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: tony_g / Shutterstock.com Immigration laws in the United States have historically posed challenges for various religious communities, particularly minority faith groups. Members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and Jehovah’s Witnesses often face unique struggles due to their specific beliefs, cultural diversity, and the socio-economic profiles of their congregations. […]
By Mary Campbell The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program, established under the Immigration Act of 1990, offers legal protection and temporary residency to nationals of countries experiencing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary circumstances. Venezuelan nationals, facing severe humanitarian crises in their home country, have benefited from TPS since its initial designation in 2021. […]
By Chris Tobias The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, championed by President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, has ignited a contentious debate over its potential impact on the American electoral system. While proponents argue that the legislation aims to bolster election integrity, critics contend that it poses significant threats to voter accessibility and could […]
Washington, D.C. (April 1, 2025) Today, the bipartisan New Producer Economic Security Act was introduced in the U.S. House and Senate by Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13), Zach Nunn (R-IA-03), Joe Courtney (D-CT-02), Don Davis (D-NC-01), Eric Sorenson (D-IL-17), Jill Tokuda (D-HI-02), and Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02), as well as Senator Tina Smith (D-MN), to support young farmers and ranchers in accessing farmland. […]
By Figeroux & Associates | Call 855-768-8845 Introduction Obtaining a gubernatorial pardon in New York State is a significant step toward overcoming the lingering effects of a criminal conviction. A pardon offers relief from collateral consequences like limited employment opportunities, housing barriers, and, in some cases, immigration challenges. This comprehensive guide outlines the step-by-step process […]
Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com Trump Administration’s Early Termination of TPS Designations Would Endanger Immigrants and Harm New York’s Economy NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James on March 25, co-led a coalition of 18 other attorneys general in opposing the Trump administration’s unlawful and baseless attempt to strip Temporary Protected Status (TPS) […]
Editorial credit: Phil Pasquini / shutterstock.com | Photo of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar WASHINGTON, D.C. — FWD.us President Todd Schulte issued the following statement today after Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (D-TX-16) and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27) reintroduced the bipartisan American Families United Act (AFUA). The bill would help families facing separation by granting immigration judges and officials the authority […]
By Rommel H. Ojeda, DOCUMENTED Immigrants are considering not attending their immigration court hearings without realizing the impact it could have in their case. The day of his immigration court hearing, Carlos consulted immigration lawyers, visited the Colombian Consulate, and asked friends whether he should attend. He had heard online and from his social circles […]
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: sdx15 / shutterstock.com In a move that has sparked concerns over privacy and free speech, the Trump administration has proposed a policy that would require immigrants applying for green cards, citizenship, and other immigration benefits to disclose their social media handles. The policy, part of a broader immigration reform […]
By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com A proposed agreement between the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sparked significant concern among immigrant rights advocates and privacy experts. If finalized, the agreement could allow the IRS to share sensitive taxpayer information with ICE, potentially exposing […]