Work-Permit Validity Slashed From Five Years to 18 Months for Humanitarian and Adjustment Applicants
USCIS Opens Atlanta Vetting Center to Intensify Security Screening of Immigration Applications
State Department Orders Visa Denials for Foreign ‘Censors’ and Content Moderators
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Transportation Department Forgives Final $11 Million of Southwest’s Record Fine After 2022 Holiday Meltdown
DOT has waived the final $11 million of Southwest’s record $140 million fine for its 2022 holiday meltdown after the airline completed technology upgrades and met punctuality goals. The precedent suggests future enforcement actions may prioritize remediation over cash penalties.
U.S. targets ‘online censorship’ jobs in new H-1B visa screening rules
A 6 December State Department cable tells consular officers to deny or delay H-1B visas for applicants who work in ‘content moderation’ or other roles viewed as restricting free speech. Tech companies fear heightened refusal rates, extra fees and staffing gaps, while lawyers warn the vague standard invites inconsistent decisions.
U.S. expands 2025 travel ban to more than 30 countries, roiling holiday itineraries
DHS says it will widen the June 2025 travel ban to ‘30-plus’ countries, citing security gaps. The move, unveiled 6 December, threatens to disrupt holiday travel, strand dual nationals and dent inbound tourism revenues.