Immigration Updates: August 18 – August 22

USCIS to Review Immigrant Requests with Anti-Americanism in Consideration

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is updating its Policy Manual guidance on factors officers may consider in discretionary benefit requests. The update addresses considerations such as prior requests for parole, involvement in anti-American or terrorist organizations, and the exercise of discretion in cases where evidence of antisemitic activity is present.

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Restoring a Rigorous and Comprehensive Good Moral Character Evaluation Standard for Aliens Applying for Naturalization

Evaluating aliens who seek naturalization is among the most important responsibilities entrusted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Among other eligibility factors, aliens applying for naturalization must demonstrate that they have been, and continue to be, individuals of good moral character (GMC).

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