Texas Governor Orders Freeze on New H-1B Visa Filings at State Agencies and Universities
Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Ecuadorian Father and 5-Year-Old Son in High-Profile Minnesota Case
Monster Winter Storm Grounds Business Travel Across the United States
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Foreign Embassies in Washington Suspend Visa Services Amid Snow Emergency
At least two foreign embassies in Washington, D.C. closed their consular sections on 26-27 January because of severe winter weather, forcing visa and legalization appointments to be rescheduled. The shutdown underscores how U.S. domestic disruptions can ripple into outbound mobility timelines for American companies.
Congress Schedules High-Profile Hearing with ICE, CBP and USCIS Leaders
The House Homeland Security Committee set a 10 February hearing with the chiefs of ICE, CBP and USCIS, positioning immigration-agency performance and forthcoming H-1B changes in the congressional spotlight. Corporate mobility teams should watch for clues on processing-time improvements and fee proposals.