Tagged #litigation
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
Court Blocks $100K H-1B Fee—For Now
A federal appeals court refused to revive the $100,000 H-1B fee announced in September 2025. The charge is not being collected today, but litigation continues.
Federal Court Challenge Filed Against USCIS Annual Asylum Fee Policy and TPS Work Authorization Rules
A coalition of immigration organizations sued USCIS over policies that reject asylum applications and terminate work permits for nonpayment of an annual asylum fee, and restrict TPS employment authorization.
Federal Judge Dismisses Tennessee Immigration Law Challenge on Standing Grounds
U.S. District Court Judge Eli Richardson ruled plaintiffs lacked standing to challenge Tennessee's new state immigration crime law. The decision leaves the door open for future challenges but signals procedural hurdles for similar litigation.
Federal judge voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A Massachusetts federal judge ruled that Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax exceeding executive authority. Employers can now file without the fee while appeals proceed.
Federal Court Vacates USCIS Travel Ban Adjudication Hold Policies
A federal court struck down four USCIS policies that froze benefits adjudication for applicants from travel ban countries. The decision eliminates blocks on adjustment of status, work authorization, naturalization, and asylum processing.
Fired Immigration Judge Challenges Trump's Claim of Absolute Firing Power
Eight Biden-era immigration judges claim discrimination in federal court, arguing federal anti-discrimination laws constrain executive firing authority—a challenge that could reshape judicial independence in immigration courts.
DACA Reopening for New Applicants Remains Pending Court Approval
After Fifth Circuit ruling and DOJ filing, DACA processing may resume for new applicants nationwide—but only outside Texas. Judge Hanen's decision on implementation is pending.
H-4 EAD — Eligibility, the Two Filing Bases, and the Save-Jobs-USA Litigation That Refuses to Die
How H-4 spouses of H-1B workers get work authorization — the I-140 approved or AC21 §106(a) basis — and where the long-running Save Jobs USA challenge stands as of the 2025 D.C. Circuit affirmance.