USCIS Cracks Down on Fraud, Ends Key Programs: What Immigrants Need to Know

USCIS Tightens Immigration Enforcement: Increased Scrutiny and Program Terminations The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently implemented stricter policies affecting immigration cases, particularly those involving fraud. This comes as humanitarian parole and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) programs have ended for several countries. While these changes signal a more stringent approach, legal experts confirm that USCIS continues to process applications. "USCIS now currently has new policy thinkers, new policy people who are hardcore on cracking down on immigration," explains immigration lawyer, McBean, in a recent video. The lawyer's firm, McBean Immigration Law, provides legal services in New York and has noted these changes in their daily work. The increased focus on fraud is a key aspect of the new policies. McBean states, "They are looking at obviously both illegal matters, fraud and such." This crackdown aims to deter fraudulent activities within the immigration system. However, the lawyer emphasizes that this does not mean a complete halt in case processing. The termination of humanitarian parole and TPS for certain countries has left many individuals uncertain about their future. The USCIS website contains details about specific countries affected by these changes. Despite the stricter policies, legal professionals continue to work with clients to navigate the new regulations. The overall impact of these changes remains to be seen, but the message from legal experts is clear: USCIS is still processing cases, and legal counsel remains vital for those navigating the immigration system.