Trump moves to resume DHS pay during record shutdown
Labor Department proposes steep prevailing-wage hikes for H-1B, E-3 and PERM cases
U.S. Embassy warns Americans in Iraq to ‘leave immediately’ amid militia threat
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Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson braces for record April crowds amid security staff crunch
Hartsfield-Jackson projects a record 8.3 million passengers this month, with Friday, April 3 tipped to set an all-time single-day screening high. Ongoing TSA staffing gaps linked to the DHS shutdown mean travelers—and employers—should prepare for longer dwell times despite recent pay relief. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/04/02/atlanta-airport-april-travel-predictions))
Senate sends plan to end DHS shutdown back to House as airport delays loom
A bipartisan Senate plan passed April 2 would reopen most of DHS and ease airport logjams, but the bill now faces an uncertain path in the House, keeping travelers and employers in suspense about when normal border and security operations will resume. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/2026/04/02/dhs-shutdown-ice-tsa-cbp-senate-passage?utm_source=openai))
U.S. Embassy Amman issues rare security alert for Americans in Jordan
A new U.S. security alert for Jordan warns Americans to heighten vigilance as regional unrest spills over, a reminder that expatriate hubs can face sudden risk shifts. Companies transiting staff through Amman should revisit security and contingency plans. ([en.ammonnews.net](https://en.ammonnews.net/article/90351?utm_source=openai))
Supreme Court Hears Trump Administration Bid to Curb Birthright Citizenship
The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of the Trump administration’s effort to limit birthright citizenship after hearing arguments on April 1. A ruling against the order would preserve automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to foreign parents, while a ruling in favor could create compliance headaches for employers of foreign workers. Either way, global-mobility programs should prepare for significant policy shifts.
Federal Judge Reinstates Immigration Status for 900,000 Migrants Processed via CBP One
Judge Allison Burroughs ruled that DHS illegally stripped parole from almost 900,000 migrants admitted via the CBP One app, restoring their immigration status and work authorization. The decision averts immediate workforce disruption for U.S. employers but could spark an appellate battle that again places employment eligibility in flux.
U.S. Embassy Issues Shelter-in-Place Advisory for Americans in Saudi Arabia After Threats
The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has urged all U.S. citizens in Saudi Arabia to remain indoors after credible threats surfaced against American targets. Employers must activate travel-risk protocols, locate personnel, and reassess upcoming assignments to the Kingdom until the advisory is lifted.