February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize the achievements, resilience, and lasting impact of Black communities throughout American history. At DeMine Immigration Law Firm, we also recognize that Black history is deeply connected to immigration. For generations, Black immigrants from ...

For many years, people were told the same thing about immigration: follow the law, wait your turn, and do it the right way. This idea was based on one main belief. If you followed the rules, the legal process would protect you.

Many immigrants are asking an urgent question: Can ICE come into your home without a warrant? The short answer is usually no, but recent policy developments have created confusion. Here is what the law currently says, what ICE claims, and what individuals should know.

On January 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State announced it will pause the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, effective January 21, 2026. At this time, the government has not provided a clear end date for this policy, leaving many families and employers in prolonged ...

If you or someone you know is from one of 39 countries now affected by the expanded travel ban that took effect on January 1, 2026, you're likely concerned about what this means for your immigration case. The situation has become more complex with the addition of a USCIS processing pause that ...

As 2025 comes to a close, one theme defined immigration more than any single policy announcement: uncertainty. For many immigrants, this year was not shaped by one sweeping law change, but by slower timelines, stricter scrutiny, shifting enforcement priorities, and widespread confusion about what ...

Full Image Full Image Full Image Full Image Full Image Full Image Our Christmas Toy Drive: Bringing Joy to Our Community On December 17, the team at DeMine Immigration Law Firm hosted our annual Christmas toy drive to celebrate the holiday season with children from our immigrant community. This ...

USCIS announced new, far-reaching actions this week affecting asylum cases and certain applications for nationals of 19 countries. An indefinite nationwide pause on asylum decisions went into effect, and USCIS has stopped processing certain applications for individuals from 19 restricted countries. ...

Adjustment of status applicants may soon face stricter financial scrutiny under a proposed rule change announced by the Trump administration. The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) has reported that this proposal would give USCIS officers broader discretion to deny green card ...