In the past week and a half, several Executive Orders and the Laken Riley Act have been implemented, which impact U.S. immigration in the United States. The purpose of this article is to give you general resources and tips on navigating U.S. immigration in the wake of the 2025 Executive Orders. Please note that a lot is changing quickly in U.S. immigration, so although this article is updated as of the date of publication, please refer to the American Immigration Lawyer’s Association (AILA) website for the most recent updates.
RESOURCES:
Previously, we posted flyers from AILA on what one’s rights are if ICE shows up at their door. “Red Cards,” which can be slid under the door to ICE agents, are also included, above. Please feel free to distribute these throughout your community.
Here is the public AILA link, which is helpful for staying on top of immigration updates that may impact you or your loved ones: Tracking Notable Executive Branch Action during the Second Trump Administration
GENERAL TIPS:
At this time, we are recommending the following:
- Exercise extreme caution before making the decision to travel outside of the continental United States unless you are a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder. If you are undocumented, then we do not recommend that you travel via airplane at all. If you urgently need to travel outside of the United States and are on a nonimmigrant visa, please schedule a call with your immigration attorney before you travel.
- Carry evidence of your legal status with you at all times.
- If you have a petition or application pending, please carry evidence of that at all times.
- If an attorney is actively working on your case, please keep their name and phone number with you at all times.
- If you are currently in the United States via a parole program (including Uniting for Ukraine and CHNV) or TPS, speak with your immigration attorney or schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney immediately.
If you are a current client and have questions or concerns, please email the attorney assigned to your case.
If you have any questions about your status, then our experienced immigration lawyers are here to help you. You may register for a consultation by calling 970-680-1223 or scheduling a consult online. Our U.S. immigration attorneys are licensed to practice immigration law in all 50 states and at consulates and embassies all over the world.
**Please note this is not legal advice and engagement with this post does not create an attorney/client privilege. For specifically tailored legal advice, schedule a consultation.
Current as of February 3, 2025