On June 11, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced plans to “maximally pursue” denaturalization proceedings, meaning it will try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of certain Americans.
Denaturalization is not new. It’s the process of stripping someone of their citizenship, and it’s supposed to be rare: usually limited to cases involving serious crimes,
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TN Visa Policy Manual Updates
USCIS has issued a notable update to its Policy Manual regarding the TN nonimmigrant visa classification. The update introduces key changes that will directly impact several specific professions and, by extension, some employer practices. The most prominent change is that job categories now require a closer match between the applicant’s qualifications and the job itself.…
H-1B Lottery FY 2026: No Second Round of Selections
USCIS just announced that there will be no second round of the H-1B lottery for the 2026 fiscal year. For the past several years of the online H-1B lottery registration process, USCIS has conducted a second round of H-1B selections in July or August and sometimes also conducted additional lottery rounds later in the…
Alligator Alcatraz: When a Detention Center Becomes a Photo Op
While Congress grappled with his Big Beautiful Bill, Trump was posing for the cameras in the Florida Everglades in a makeshift detention center dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz.”
The facility can currently house 3,000 people, with possible plans for expansion. It’s hard to justify its existence, even within the context of an anti-immigrant crackdown. Florida already…
The Birthright Citizenship Ruling Affects Everyone
On Friday, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) gave Trump a green light to move forward with one of his most controversial executive orders: restricting birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to parents without full legal status.
The 6–3 ruling does not determine whether the order itself is constitutional.…
What Makes a Strong EB-1 Green Card Case for Athletes
Written by: James Hollis, Partner and Head of Sports & Business Immigration at McEntee Law Group
In my career as an immigration attorney, I’ve had the privilege of helping many athletes transition from temporary visas to permanent residence in the U.S. One of the most sought-after (but also most challenging) green card options for…
Founding a Startup Without Work Authorization? Read This First
If you’re on a temporary visa in the U.S., understanding what counts as “work” is essential. Working without proper authorization can jeopardize your current visa, affect future immigration options, or even lead to removal proceedings.
Unfortunately, the laws around “work” can be confusing, and they haven’t kept up with how people actually earn a living…
Immigrant-Owned Restaurants in Chicago
In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, our team at McEntee Law Group is highlighting something we know and love: immigrant-owned restaurants that help make Chicago one of the best food cities in the world.
These spots are more than just places to eat; they’re part of a much larger story—a story of resilience, creativity, and…
We Need Startup Immigration Options
Unlike many countries, the U.S. doesn’t have a “startup visa,” or a specific immigration option for startup founders. Instead, immigrant entrepreneurs are left to work with an outdated system that is mainly built around employer-sponsored visas.
In the U.S., Congress is responsible for creating immigration laws. The last major overhaul of the immigration system was…
Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Sparks Nationwide Protests
President Trump has sent thousands of troops into Los Angeles under the guise of immigration enforcement, sparking legal battles, protests in dozens of cities, and growing concern that federal power is being used to target immigrant communities and silence dissent.
What began as a series of ICE raids last week has escalated into a…