Border Agents Use More Aggressive Tactics to Question Visa Holders, Tourists
An article in The Wall Street Journal highlights a concerning shift in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) practices, with officers employing more aggressive tactics in questioning visa holders and tourists entering the country. These tactics, part of the Trump administration’s “extreme vetting” policy, have led to increased detentions, even for minor visa issues. Dan Berger, a partner at Green and Spiegel U.S., advises clients to be cautious about their social media and devices when traveling. Berger noted, “The chance of this happening to somebody is still low, but I’m definitely advising people to be very careful.”
What Green Card and Visa Holders Need to Know About Recent Deportations
In an article by Victoria Albert and Michelle Hackman for the Wall Street Journal, Jonathan Grode provided expert insight into the heightened enforcement of immigration laws under the Trump administration. The article explores the intensified scrutiny faced by visa and green-card holders, particularly those traveling abroad. Grode noted that while the laws themselves remain unchanged, enforcement has become significantly more stringent, comparing the current approach to referees “calling the game differently.”
ICE on Campus: What You Need To Know
In Sarah Wood’s U.S. News article, ICE on Campus: What You Need to Know, Dan Berger advises students with uncertain immigration status to seek legal consultation, even if they believe they have no options. He stresses the importance of carrying valid immigration documents and building a relationship with an immigration lawyer who knows their history, as this can be crucial if they encounter enforcement actions. Berger highlights the growing need for legal preparedness in light of increased ICE activity on college campuses.
Mass. lawmakers hold briefing on bills centered on immigrant protection, human rights
WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s James Paleologopoulos reports on a Massachusetts legislative briefing where Dan Berger of Green and Spiegel joined lawmakers in promoting bills aimed at safeguarding immigrant rights amid federal uncertainty. Berger emphasized the unpredictability of immigration policy under the Trump administration, while key legislation like the Safe Communities Act seeks to limit local law enforcement’s involvement in federal immigration enforcement.
House v. NCAA Settlement Creates Potential Crisis for International Athletes
As reported by Amanda Christovich in Front Office Sports, the House v. NCAA settlement could pose risks for international athletes on student visas. Green and Spiegel attorney Ksenia Maiorova explains that accepting revenue-sharing payments may violate U.S. immigration laws, leading to potential visa revocation. Without clear guidance, international athletes face tough decisions to protect their legal status.
Donald Trump’s Team Takes First Steps To Cut Legal Immigration
In this article on Forbes‘, Dan Berger highlights growing challenges under Trump’s immigration policies. With Trump’s team moving to reduce legal immigration again in 2025, Berger notes that stricter vetting has already led to visa denials over minor inconsistencies. He warns of further cuts and difficulties ahead for immigrants navigating the U.S. system.
Updated D3 Waiver Guidance: How This Helps Graduates of U.S. Colleges And Universities Returning Here to Work
Dan H. Berger, is featured in Immigration Lawyers Toolbox magazine, where he discusses the new D3 waiver process for Dreamers. As part of Cornell Law School’s Path2Papers program, Berger helps DACA recipients navigate employer-sponsored visa pathways, providing critical opportunities as the future of DACA remains uncertain.
Blog Publications by Green and Spiegel U.S. Firm Partners on Cornell Law School Website
Green and Spiegel U.S. Partners, Dan Berger and Brian J. Halliday, recently published a series of insightful resources on the Cornell Law School website, providing practical guidance on navigating extreme vetting at U.S. borders for non-immigrant visa holders like H-1B employees. These resources focus on how employers, employees, and legal professionals can prepare for heightened scrutiny during border re-entry.
Texas State Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Limit International Athlete Scholarships
Green and Spiegel immigration attorney Ksenia Maiorova provided insight into recent Texas legislation that aims to cap the number of athletic scholarships available to international students. In her review of the bills, Maiorova highlighted concerns that U.S.-born athletes with dual citizenship could be unintentionally impacted due to the broad language of the proposals.
Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration Establishes a Board of Directors
The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration has established its inaugural Board of Directors, a major step in its continued growth. Green and Spiegel’s Dan Berger joins the board alongside other distinguished leaders, contributing to the Alliance’s mission of advancing higher education’s role in supporting immigrant, refugee, and international students.