At Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C., we’re committed to keeping you informed about the most urgent developments in immigration law and policy. Today’s updates are not only critical—they directly affect the rights and futures of immigrants across the U.S. From efforts to strip birthright citizenship to the construction of new detention camps, here’s what you need to know right now.
Birthright Citizenship Remains Protected—For Now
In a rare victory for immigrant families, a federal court has blocked the Trump administration’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. This came after the administration failed to appeal a preliminary injunction by the July 10th deadline.
The judge in Barbara v. Trump certified a nationwide class of children born in the U.S. who could have been affected by this order. The injunction protects these children from losing their citizenship simply because their parents are undocumented or not U.S. citizens.
This case also sets a major legal precedent. Despite a recent Supreme Court ruling limiting nationwide injunctions, this decision shows that district courts can still offer nationwide protection in immigration matters.
⚖️ Bottom line: Birthright citizenship—guaranteed under the 14th Amendment—remains safe for now. But legal battles are far from over.
Medicaid Data Now Shared with ICE
In a controversial move, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has authorized ICE to access personal data of 79 million Medicaid enrollees. This initiative is part of the Trump administration’s strategy to identify and remove undocumented immigrants allegedly receiving federal health benefits unlawfully.
While HHS claims this move complies with federal laws, privacy experts argue it may violate HIPAA, especially if sensitive details like home addresses or ethnicities are shared.
🛑 Warning: This kind of data-sharing could discourage eligible immigrant families from enrolling in Medicaid—potentially threatening their access to healthcare.
ICE Is Building More Tent Camps—with Billions in Funding
ICE is preparing a massive expansion of its detention capacity—from 40,000 beds to 100,000 beds—by the end of 2025. This effort is funded by the $45 billion immigration enforcement budget recently approved under what many are calling the "Big Beautiful Bill."
These new migrant tent camps are already underway in key locations such as:
- Fort Bliss, Texas (5,000-bed facility)
- Additional sites in Colorado, Indiana, and New Jersey
Rather than relying on private prisons, the administration is opting for military bases and ICE-run jails, fast-tracking the detention process and bypassing time-consuming construction of new prisons.
🚨 Expect to see more of these white tents—especially in Republican-led states—as ICE ramps up detentions.
New $250 “Visa Integrity Fee” for All Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants
If you’re applying for a tourist, student, or business visa, be prepared: a new $250 “Visa Integrity Fee” is now being imposed in addition to existing visa and I-94 fees.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Applies to all nonimmigrant visa applicants
- Cannot be waived, regardless of financial need or visa category
- Does not apply to travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries (like Australia, Japan, or most of Europe)
- Refunds may be possible only if you leave the U.S. within 5 days of your visa expiring and do not violate any visa conditions
💸 This fee adds yet another financial burden to families and individuals seeking lawful entry into the U.S.
What You Can Do Right Now
If any of these developments affect you or your family, we urge you to take action:
- Monitor your immigration case closely, especially if you’re waiting for a green card or asylum interview
- Request a WebEx hearing to avoid risks at immigration court, especially if ICE activity has increased in your area
- If you’ve experienced case delays, file a service request or contact your congressional representative
- Seek legal counsel immediately if your I-130 or asylum petition has been denied or if ICE has targeted your hearing
At Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C., we are here to guide and protect you every step of the way. Whether you’re facing deportation, applying for a visa, or worried about policy changes, you don’t have to go through it alone.
📞 Call us today to schedule a consultation and get clarity on your immigration journey.
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