USCIS has reported a nearly 50% decrease in green card approvals in recent months, as highlighted in a recent New York Times report. Internal training materials indicate that immigration officers are now instructed to consider certain political expressions as potential grounds for denial.
Key Details:
- Green card approvals have fallen by approximately 50% recently.
- Immigration officers are instructed to flag political speech, including participation in pro-Palestinian protests and criticism of Israel, as negative factors.
- Activities such as desecrating the American flag are also highlighted as grounds for denial.
- This change reflects a broader initiative to enhance social media screening and assess “anti-American sentiment.”
This new approach could significantly impact immigrants expressing political views, potentially leading to increased scrutiny and denials of green card applications. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Jihan Merlin