Immigration Policy & News

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Immigration court case files and gavel representing administrative closure review

Federal Court Vacates Immigration Court Administrative Closure Rule: What It Means for Pending Cases

A federal court has vacated a 2024 Department of Justice regulation that authorized immigration judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals to administratively close certain removal proceedings. The ruling may... read more →

July 16, 2026
Deportation & Removal Defense, Immigration Policy & News

Federal H-1B and PERM fraud investigation and employer compliance

Federal H-1B and PERM Fraud Investigation: What Employers and Workers Should Know

The federal government has announced a major investigation into alleged fraud and worker exploitation involving the H-1B visa and Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) systems. The announcement signals increased scrutiny... read more →

July 10, 2026
Employment-Based Immigration, Immigration Policy & News

Richard Wilner discusses Adjustment of Status green card process on ImmiGreat Podcast Episode 16

ImmiGreat Podcast Episode 16: Adjustment of Status “Extraordinary Relief” Memo Explained

In Episode 16 of the ImmiGreat Podcast, Richard Wilner addresses one of the most discussed immigration developments of 2026: the USCIS memorandum describing Adjustment of Status as an "extraordinary" form... read more →

July 1, 2026
Green Cards & Adjustment of Status, Immigration Policy & News, ImmiGreat Podcast

Supreme Court birthright citizenship immigration update

Birthright Citizenship Ruling: Supreme Court Protections and What Families Should Know

Understanding the Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Decision At Wilner & O'Reilly, we understand how closely families follow major immigration decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court. On June 30, 2026, the... read more →

June 30, 2026
Citizenship & Naturalization, Family-Based Immigration, Immigration Policy & News

Supreme Court immigration update on TPS protections and border asylum access

Supreme Court Issues Major Immigration Rulings on TPS and Border Asylum Access

On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued significant immigration decisions that may affect Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, asylum seekers, employers, and families across the United States. These... read more →

June 26, 2026
Asylum & Humanitarian Relief, Deportation & Removal Defense, Immigration Policy & News

ImmiGreat Podcast Episode 15: World Cup & U.S. Immigration Law – Visas, Bans, and Border Denials Explained

In Episode 15 of the ImmiGreat Podcast, Richard Wilner explores how one of the world's biggest sporting events intersects with one of the world's most complex legal systems: U.S. immigration... read more →

June 24, 2026
Immigration Policy & News, ImmiGreat Podcast, Visitor & Temporary Visas

Immigration Interview Red Flags: Key Warning Signs and How to Prepare for a Successful Outcome

Understanding the Immigration Interview Process At Wilner & O’Reilly, we understand how important immigration interviews are for our clients and their families. A critical part of the process involves being... read more →

June 20, 2026
Immigration Policy & News

Immigration Case Expedite Requests: Eligibility, Submission Steps, and How to Improve Success

Understanding Immigration Case Expedite Requests At Wilner & O’Reilly, we understand how stressful it can be to face long waiting times when it comes to your immigration case. Immigration Case... read more →

June 20, 2026
Immigration Policy & News

immigration policies targeting 39 countries

US Judge Invalidates Policies Targeting Immigrants from 39 Countries: What Applicants Should Know

A federal judge has issued a significant ruling affecting immigration policies that targeted nationals from 39 countries, creating immediate questions for immigrants, employers, families, and individuals with pending immigration applications.... read more →

June 7, 2026
Family-Based Immigration, Immigration Policy & News, Visitor & Temporary Visas

Immigration Case Expedite Requests: A Complete Guide to Criteria, Steps, and Success Tips

Understanding Immigration Case Expedite Requests At Wilner & O’Reilly, our clients often face challenges that require urgent attention from immigration agencies. When circumstances demand faster processing than normal, “Immigration Case... read more →