USCIS：N-400（入籍）证据与面试审查明显收紧 & Public Charge复活/LPR ICE/DHS风险
Key Questions
What recent changes have tightened the N-400 naturalization process?
USCIS has intensified evidence requirements and interview scrutiny for N-400 applications, introducing six key risks including Public Charge revival and I-864 risks for parents. Applications now face 3/30 reviews and shortened EAD validity periods.
What is the revival of the Public Charge rule?
The Public Charge rule has been revived, increasing risks for N-400 applicants and I-864 sponsors, particularly parents, by scrutinizing financial dependency. This leads to higher denial rates and additional evidence demands.
What risks do Chinese LPRs face with USCIS?
Chinese lawful permanent residents (LPRs) are seeing rising Requests for Evidence (RFE) and denials, I-90 renewals taking 8 months, and over 100,000 visa revocations reported. This reflects broader enforcement trends.
How has ICE enforcement activity increased?
ICE raids have surged 63%, with TSA-ICE screening 31,000 individuals leading to over 800 arrests in areas like Chicago and Flushing. LPRs face heightened DHS risks during these operations.
When does automatic draft registration start for male LPRs?
Starting December 26, 2026, all 18-26-year-old males, including LPRs, will be automatically registered for the draft per the National Defense Authorization Act. F and H visa holders are exempt.
What are the risks of fake marriages for green cards?
USCIS is cracking down on sham marriages, with arrests occurring at green card interviews and heightened scrutiny. Even marriages to citizens can lead to immediate detention if fraud is suspected.
What delays are affecting I-90 renewals?
I-90 green card renewal processing times have extended to 8 months amid rising RFEs and denials, particularly for Chinese applicants. Over 100,000 cases have been revoked recently.
Are there new risks for LPR males aged 18-26?
Male LPRs aged 18-26 face automatic Selective Service registration starting December 2026, confirming eligibility for potential conscription. Non-compliance could impact immigration status.
N-400六风险+Public Charge/I-864父母风险+3/30复审/EAD缩短; 中国LPR RFE拒升/I-90 8mo/10万吊销; ICE突击63% surge/TSA-ICE 31k筛查/800+逮捕/芝加哥Flushing; 12/26起18-26岁LPR男自动征兵注册确认（F/H免）+婚绿假结婚抓捕风险+ICE 4/9-10 birth tourism crackdown on fraud rings/4/9 memo targets maternity centers/20k+ annual scale.