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Trump Administration Launches Sweeping Review of Refugees Admitted Under Biden
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DHS Final Rule Makes Biometric Entry-Exit Mandatory for All Non-Citizens
A Final Rule published Nov 24 requires facial-recognition (and later, additional biometrics) for all non-citizens entering or leaving the U.S. starting Dec 26, 2025. Exemptions for diplomats, most Canadians and minors are gone, and refusal can bar admission. Global mobility teams must prepare travelers for new processing times and compliance risks.
USCIS, CBP and ICE Announce Inflation-Based Fee Increases for FY 2026
USCIS, CBP and ICE will raise a slate of immigration-related fees on Jan 1, 2026, to keep pace with inflation. While most increases are modest, petitions filed with outdated checks will be rejected—so HR teams need to update fee tables, payroll advance policies and employee communications before the holiday slowdown.
ICE Raids Near Schools Spark Attendance Crises and Workplace Concerns
The Washington Post reports that recent ICE sweeps near schools have slashed attendance by double-digits in multiple districts, highlighting the wider social and workplace impact of the administration’s hard-line enforcement strategy. Employers in affected regions may face spikes in worker absences and should prepare mitigation plans.