U.S. Immigration Attorney Akua O. Aboagye

A newly published U.S. immigration policy, effective August 1, 2025, is sparking confusion among immigrants and advocates after clarifying that certain family-based visa applicants may be issued deportation notices even while their petitions are pending. The policy update, outlined in USCIS Policy Alert PA-2025-12, states that the agency may issue a Notice to Appear (NTA)…