Law Office of Reyadh Nagi, PLLC

06/05/2026

🚨 Great Immigration News 🚨

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that several immigration processing freezes implemented by the Trump administration were unlawful and ordered U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to resume processing affected applications.

The policies had halted the adjudication of many immigration benefits, including green card applications, citizenship applications, work permits, and asylum claims, leaving thousands of immigrants in legal uncertainty despite having followed all required legal procedures.

U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. found that USCIS exceeded its authority by broadly suspending the processing of applications based on applicants’ country of origin and by freezing immigration benefits without legal justification. The court emphasized that immigrants who complied with the law should not be penalized by agency actions that violate federal immigration statutes.

As a result of the ruling, USCIS must restart processing affected applications and move forward with naturalization ceremonies that had been delayed or canceled.

Who is most affected?

* Adjustment of Status (Green Card) applicants
* Naturalization (Citizenship) applicants
* Work Permit applicants
* Asylum applicants
* Individuals seeking extensions or changes of status
* I-130 Family Petitions (Petition for Alien Relative)

What about consular processing?
Based on current reporting, the ruling primarily affects USCIS applications and benefits for individuals already in the United States. It does not clearly indicate that visa processing at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad has been restored.

Law Office of Reyadh Nagi
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05/30/2026

🚨 UPDATE ON DHS’S ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS (GREEN CARD) POLICY 🚨

Last week, DHS and USCIS announced what appeared to be a major policy shift requiring many immigrants applying for permanent residence (green cards) to leave the United States and wait abroad while their applications were processed.

Today, DHS issued a clarification stating that this is NOT a blanket requirement. According to DHS, immigration officers have always had discretion to require certain applicants to complete processing abroad on a case-by-case basis, and last week’s announcement was intended as a reminder of that authority—not a wholesale change in policy.

However, significant questions remain:

✅ DHS says most applicants are not automatically required to leave the U.S.
✅ Decisions will be made individually by USCIS officers.
✅ DHS indicated that factors such as visa overstays and other circumstances may be considered.

❓ Reports indicate some applicants are already being questioned at green card interviews about why they are applying from within the United States.

The result is continued uncertainty for many families pursuing lawful permanent residence.

If you have a pending Adjustment of Status (AOS) application or are considering applying for a green card through a family member, employer, or other category, it is important to understand how these developments could affect your case.

Our office is closely monitoring DHS and USCIS guidance and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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05/28/2026

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak!

The Law Office of Reyadh Nagi and its staff extend their warmest wishes to you and your family on this blessed occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

May this joyful celebration bring peace, happiness, prosperity, and countless blessings to your home. May your sacrifices be accepted, your prayers answered, and your hearts filled with faith, love, and gratitude.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and blessed Eid surrounded by family, friends, and cherished moments.

Eid Mubarak!

— Reyadh Nagi & Staff

05/22/2026

⚖️ BREAKING IMMIGRATION UPDATE ⚖️

USCIS has announced a new policy memo stating that Adjustment of Status in the United States will be granted “only in extraordinary circumstances” in certain cases, with the agency emphasizing that many applicants should instead complete their immigrant visa process through U.S. consulates abroad.

This announcement could have serious consequences for:
✅ Family-based Green Card applicants
✅ Employment-based applicants
✅ Students and temporary visa holders
✅ Individuals considering marriage-based filings
✅ Anyone planning to apply for permanent residency from inside the U.S.

Although the Immigration and Nationality Act still contains provisions allowing Adjustment of Status for eligible applicants physically present in the United States, this new policy signals much stricter scrutiny and a major shift in adjudication practices.

If you are considering filing for a Green Card or already have a pending case, it is important to speak with an experienced immigration attorney as soon as possible to evaluate your options and risks.

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Bronx, NY 10462
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05/19/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR IMMIGRANTS IN NEW YORK

A federal judge in New York has issued an order limiting most immigration arrests by federal agents inside and around immigration courts in Manhattan, including courts at Federal Plaza and Varick Street.

This decision is significant because many immigrants and families have feared attending their court hearings due to the risk of being detained while appearing for their cases.

⚖️ What this means:
✅ Most courthouse immigration arrests in these NYC immigration courts are now temporarily blocked
✅ The ruling helps protect access to the immigration court system
✅ Individuals should still attend all scheduled hearings unless advised otherwise by an attorney
⚠️ This is NOT a nationwide ruling and exceptions may still apply in certain cases

If you or a loved one has an upcoming immigration court date, it is important to speak with an experienced immigration attorney to understand your rights and prepare properly.

📞 Law Office of Reyadh Nagi
742 Morris Park Ave, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10462
☎️ 718-513-1375

https://apnews.com/article/ice-immigration-courts-arrests-ruling-0d8fa782a85853f0092201069f4e21a8

A New York judge says federal agents can no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances in and around three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur.

05/05/2026

USCIS Update – TPS Yemen EAD Auto-Extension

Important update for individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen:

USCIS has announced that Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) issued under Yemen TPS are automatically extended pursuant to federal court order.

Applies to EADs with expiration dates of:
• March 3, 2023
• September 3, 2024
• March 3, 2026

This extension is based on the federal court cases:
Doe v. Noem et al., 26-cv-2013 (S.D.N.Y.) andDoe v. Noem et al., 26-cv-2280 (S.D.N.Y.)

What this means:
If you have TPS for Yemen and your EAD has one of the dates above, your work authorization is automatically extended, even if your card shows it has expired.



https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/temporary-protected-status/yemen/temporary-protected-status-designated-country-yemen?fbclid=IwRlRTSARmGrBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEegwpK862ziiUKPOanE7S-REc8Ihdlk6yWmOn5wjC_EM8caucjK1bvlt-hPHI_aem_0z_HPvzwXJ3ec7noAKeCJg

05/01/2026

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05/01/2026

A Federal Judge Just Hit Pause on Ending TPS for Yemen — But the Real Decision Is Still Ahead

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05/01/2026

🚨 TPS UPDATE: Court Blocks Termination of TPS for Yemeni Nationals 🇾🇪

A federal judge has temporarily stopped the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 3,000 Yemeni nationals in the United States.

The court found that the government may not have followed the legal process required by Congress to end TPS protections.

What this means:
- Yemeni TPS holders can remain in the U.S. for now
- Work authorization may continue, but extensions are NOT always automatic
- The case is still ongoing — this is a temporary ruling, not a final decision

Yemen was originally designated for TPS due to ongoing war and humanitarian crisis, and the court recognized that conditions remain dangerous.

Important:
If you have TPS, check your work permit (EAD) expiration date. You may still need to file a renewal (Form I-765) to avoid gaps in employment authorization.

📞 Have questions about TPS or your immigration status? Contact our office for guidance.