Green Card Rule Change & Court Wins
Key Questions
What is the USCIS green card policy change under PM-602-0199?
The memo redefines adjustment of status as 'extraordinary relief,' which pushes many applicants toward consular processing and creates challenges for people from over 40 countries. CalMatters reports concerns that the changes may apply retroactively, while new evidentiary requirements have also been introduced.
How have courts responded to recent Trump administration immigration actions?
A federal judge blocked the 39-country immigration freeze, restoring processing for affected nations, while another voided the proposed $100K H-1B fee. The Dorcas ruling further vacated certain USCIS directives, providing additional judicial pushback.
Does the new USCIS memo eliminate adjustment of status entirely?
Attorney videos clarify that the memo does not remove adjustment options for meritorious cases. USCIS has also begun approving green cards faster than work permits in some instances, creating additional confusion for applicants.
USCIS green card rule change (PM-602-0199) redefines adjustment as 'extraordinary relief', forcing consular processing and creating catch-22 for 40+ countries. CalMatters confirms retroactive application fears. New USCIS memo tightens evidentiary bar. However, a federal judge blocked Trump's 39-country immigration freeze, restoring processing for affected nations. Another judge voided $100K H-1B fee. New attorney videos clarify the memo does not eliminate adjustment for meritorious cases. Dorcas ruling vacates some USCIS directives, adding judicial pushback. USCIS now approving green cards faster than work permits, adding confusion. House Oversight hearing probes TPS/parole 'abuse'. Litigation expected on multiple fronts.