Immigration Updates: Public Charge, F-1/J1 Visas New Rules, Birthright Citizenship Upheld
Immigration law continues to evolve, with recent developments affecting individuals, families, and international students. Below is a summary of several notable updates announced in July 2026. Public Charge: New Guidance kicks in on September 18, 2026. The public charge policy remains an important consideration for certain individuals applying for lawful permanent residence or admission to the United States. Under the rescinded 2022 rule, immigration officials applied a narrower framework focused on whether an individual was likely to become primarily dependent on government assistance in the future. Under the new rule effective September 18, 2026, officials will again apply a broader totality-of-the-circumstances review and may consider additional factors, including age, health, […]