President Trump is under pressure after deadly federal-agent shootings in Minneapolis, prompting him and GOP leaders to seek a compromise with Democrats to avoid a partial government shutdown by Jan. 30. Trump has taken “de-escalatory measures,” including replacing the Minneapolis CBP official and engaging with state and city leaders, while DHS Secretary Kristi Noem agreed to testify. Democrats are pushing for legislative reforms to ICE and CBP policies, not just executive ac

USCIS issued a new policy clarifying how confidentiality protections under 8 U.S.C. § 1367 apply to VAWA, U visa, and T visa cases. These protections limit how sensitive information can be shared or used to help keep survivors of abuse and trafficking safe. The update explains when confidentiality applies, how USCIS reviews case information, and notes that these protections generally end once a person becomes a U.S. citizen. Link: USCIS Issues Policy Alert on Applicability of