USCIS Deportations Increase, But Hope Remains for Long-Term Residents

USCIS Steps Up Deportations, But a Glimmer of Hope Remains for Long-Term Residents New York, NY – The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is increasingly referring denied green card cases to immigration court, raising concerns among immigrants. However, a New York immigration lawyer, McBean Immigration Law, offers a ray of hope for those who have resided in the US for a decade or more. According to McBean, a process called "cancellation of removal" provides a pathway to a 10-year green card for eligible individuals. "USCIS has started to place some individuals in removal proceedings who have a denied green card case," explains McBean. "But for some of you, you're actually eligible for relief in immigration court through a process known as cancellation of removal." Eligibility requires a clean criminal record and a close relative (spouse, parent, or child) who is a US citizen or green card holder. McBean shared a recent case of a woman whose green card was denied in 2019, and who was recently placed in removal proceedings. This highlights the urgency and importance of understanding the cancellation of removal process. While the situation remains serious, McBean's explanation offers a crucial lifeline to many long-term residents facing deportation. The process, while complex, provides a much-needed opportunity for legal recourse and a path towards permanent residency.