Camila

Senior Immigration Analyst

Camila is a Senior Immigration Analyst at United States Immigration News specializing in asylum policy, deportation enforcement, visa bulletins, and immigration court proceedings. She provides in-depth coverage of policy shifts that affect immigrant communities across the United States.

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Latest Articles by Camila

GuidesMay 31, 2026

Minimum Wage In US States 2026: Updated State-by-State Wage Rates

Minimum wage rates have been updated across several U.S. states, affecting workers, employers, and payroll planning. The latest state-by-state figures show where hourly pay requirements have increased and where rates remain unchanged.

Policy WatchMay 30, 2026

How Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Could Reshape the U.S. Housing Market

As immigration enforcement expands, housing analysts are assessing potential impacts on construction labor, housing demand, and market stability across the country.

Processing TimesMay 28, 2026

H4 EAD Process: How to Apply for a Work Permit as an H4 Spouse

Learn how to apply for the H4 EAD in 2026, who qualifies, required documents, USCIS filing steps, and how to work freely in the U.S. as an H-4 spouse.

Visa NewsMay 28, 2026

H-1B Visa Cap vs. Cap-Exempt: Everything You Should Know

Not all H-1B employers are subject to the annual cap. Learn the difference between cap-subject and cap-exempt jobs — and how it can expand your options.

Visa NewsMay 28, 2026

How to Move from H1-B to Green Card: EB2 and EB3 Path Explained

Want to transition from an H-1B visa to a U.S. Green Card? Learn the full EB2 and EB3 process, including PERM, I-140, and priority dates. Step-by-step guide for 2025.

Visa GuidesMay 28, 2026

PERM Labor Certification Explained: Timeline, Cost & Common Pitfalls

PERM is the first and most critical step in the employment-based Green Card process for H-1B holders. It verifies that no qualified U.S. workers are available for your role — and lays the foundation for your permanent residency.

Visa NewsMay 28, 2026

H1-B Lottery Explained: Registration, Selection, and Chances (2026 Update)

Every year, hundreds of thousands of skilled workers compete for a limited number of H1-B visas through a computerized lottery system. If you're applying in 2025, understanding how the H1-B lottery works is the first step to increasing your chances — and avoiding disqualification.

Visa NewsMay 28, 2026

Explained: The Economic Chilling Effect of Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Economists and business groups say stricter immigration enforcement measures are creating uncertainty across industries that rely heavily on immigrant labor. Employers, workers, and local economies are already beginning to feel the pressure.

Visa NewsMay 28, 2026

How the $250 Visa Integrity Fee Affects H-1B, Students & Tourists in 2026

The U.S. has proposed a $250 Visa Integrity Fee in new immigration reforms. See who must pay, why it’s charged, and how it affects H-1B, F-1, and B-1/B-2 visas.

ICE & BorderMay 26, 2026

Minnesota Pushes Back Against ICE With ‘No One Is Above the Law’ Warning

Minnesota officials are continuing to push back against recent ICE enforcement operations, warning that federal agents and public officials alike must remain accountable under the law. The dispute is fueling growing legal and political tensions over immigration enforcement tactics in the state.

ICE & BorderMay 26, 2026

Spanberger’s Moves on ICE Spark Tensions Inside Virginia Democratic Party

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s recent actions limiting ICE cooperation are triggering growing tensions within the state Democratic Party. Supporters say the measures protect civil rights, while critics argue they could complicate public safety and immigration enforcement coordination.

Policy WatchMay 25, 2026

White House Releases New Deportation Figures Showing 605,000+ Removals

The White House has released updated immigration enforcement data showing more than 605,000 removals and deportations under current federal operations. The new figures are expected to intensify debate over border security, detention policies, and nationwide immigration enforcement efforts.

ICE & BorderMay 22, 2026

Oregon Farm Worker Arrest Video Fuels Debate Over ICE Facial Recognition Practices

A newly released arrest video involving Oregon farm workers is intensifying debate over ICE’s use of facial recognition technology during immigration enforcement operations. Civil liberties advocates say the footage raises concerns about surveillance practices, accuracy, and due process protections.

USCISMay 21, 2026

Trump Expands Immigration Courts With Massive New Judge Hiring Push

The Trump administration is launching a major hiring push to expand the U.S. immigration court system with additional judges and staff. Officials say the effort aims to reduce case backlogs and speed up immigration proceedings nationwide.

ICE & BorderMay 21, 2026

‘Nobody Should Live Like This’: Double Amputee Speaks Out on Georgia ICE Center

A double amputee formerly held at a Georgia ICE detention center is speaking publicly about alleged living conditions and medical care concerns inside the facility. Immigration advocates say the account is renewing scrutiny over detention standards and humanitarian protections.

Camila

Latest Articles by Camila

Minimum Wage In US States 2026: Updated State-by-State Wage Rates

How Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Could Reshape the U.S. Housing Market

H4 EAD Process: How to Apply for a Work Permit as an H4 Spouse

H-1B Visa Cap vs. Cap-Exempt: Everything You Should Know

How to Move from H1-B to Green Card: EB2 and EB3 Path Explained

PERM Labor Certification Explained: Timeline, Cost & Common Pitfalls

H1-B Lottery Explained: Registration, Selection, and Chances (2026 Update)

Explained: The Economic Chilling Effect of Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

How the $250 Visa Integrity Fee Affects H-1B, Students & Tourists in 2026

Minnesota Pushes Back Against ICE With ‘No One Is Above the Law’ Warning

Spanberger’s Moves on ICE Spark Tensions Inside Virginia Democratic Party

White House Releases New Deportation Figures Showing 605,000+ Removals

Oregon Farm Worker Arrest Video Fuels Debate Over ICE Facial Recognition Practices

Trump Expands Immigration Courts With Massive New Judge Hiring Push

‘Nobody Should Live Like This’: Double Amputee Speaks Out on Georgia ICE Center

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