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On June 4, 2025, the White House issued a Presidential Proclamation introducing new travel and visa restrictions on nationals from 19 countries. These restrictions, which will take effect at 12:01 AM (EDT) on June 9, 2025, represent a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy and will have far-reaching consequences for travelers, foreign workers, employers, and families. As a leading Immigration Attorney in New Jersey, VKM Law Group is here to help you understand what this means, who is affected, and what steps you can take to protect your immigration status or business operations. Overview: The Scope and Purpose of the Proclamation This proclamation...

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially terminated the CHNV parole programs—initiatives that allowed nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, along with immediate family members, to seek parole into the U.S. for urgent humanitarian or public benefit reasons. These programs, introduced in 2022–2023, aimed to manage migration through a structured, lawful process, but are now deemed inconsistent with the current administration’s policies.  This decision, set to take effect 30 days after the Federal Register publication, represents a significant policy pivot under Executive Order 14165 ("Securing Our Borders") and reflects a broader effort to enhance border security and reduce strain...