USCIS processing times, policy updates, work permits, and citizenship news.

DACA renewal processing times have surged from just 15 days to nearly four months, creating growing uncertainty for thousands of workers across the United States. As permit renewals get delayed, employers and industries that rely on DACA recipients are beginning to feel the strain in the labor market.

The U.S. immigration backlog has reportedly climbed to 11.6 million pending cases, increasing delays for visas, green cards, asylum claims, and other applications. Immigration advocates warn that prolonged processing times could place legal status and work authorization at risk for many applicants.