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A Tragedy in Laredo: Dallas Man Dies in ICE Detention as Family Demands Answers

A Tragedy in Laredo: Dallas Man Dies in ICE Detention as Family Demands Answers   A heartbreaking tragedy has raised serious concerns about medical care and accountability inside immigration detention facilities. On October 17, 2026, 56-year-old Emiliano Andrade-Covarrubias died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Rio Grande Processing […]

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Understanding Your Immigration Options Through VAWA

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Understanding Your Immigration Options Through VAWA October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about abuse and share resources with individuals and families who may need support. For immigrants experiencing domestic violence, abuse can create additional fears about their immigration status, their families, and their future in the […]

USCIS Sends Notice About FBI Biometrics and Continuous Immigration Vetting

USCIS Sends Notice About FBI Biometrics and Continuous Immigration Vetting   If you recently received a letter from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) titled “FBI Privacy Requirements for Biometrics Collection by USCIS,” you may be wondering what it means and whether you need to take action. USCIS has been sending notices dated September 25, […]

USCIS Processing Delays and Our New Annual Case Administration Fee

USCIS Processing Delays and Our New Annual Case Administration Fee   Why We Are Adding an Annual Case Administration Fee At Delgado Law Firm, we understand how important your immigration case is to you and your family. When you hire our firm, our legal team works hard to prepare your case correctly, gather the necessary […]

New Public Charge Rules Take Effect, USCIS News

New Public Charge Rules Take Effect, USCIS News   Important changes to the immigration “public charge” rules took effect on September 18, 2026. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued new guidance explaining how officers will evaluate public charge inadmissibility after the government rescinded the previous 2022 public charge regulation. The new guidance is […]

Austin ICE Shooting: What Recent Immigration Enforcement Means for Texas Families and Why You Should Know Your Options Now

Austin ICE Shooting: What Recent Immigration Enforcement Means for Texas Families and Why You Should Know Your Options Now Recent events in Austin have raised serious concerns throughout immigration communities across Texas.  On Sunday, September 20, 2026, a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and injured a man in North Austin. According to […]

ICE Enforcement in San Antonio: What the Numbers Show About the Impact on Local Families

ICE Enforcement in San Antonio: What the Numbers Show About the Impact on Local Families   Immigration enforcement has become a growing concern for families across San Antonio. Since President Donald Trump returned to office, his administration has increased immigration enforcement efforts, and  Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has expanded its activity across the country. […]

DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants

DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants Immigration enforcement continues to change, and a recent action by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) could increase the sharing of immigration-related information between state agencies and the federal government. On September 2, 2026, the DOJ announced a new legal interpretation concerning states that receive federal funding for […]

IMPORTANT: USCIS Warning Regarding Immigration Medical Examinations

IMPORTANT: USCIS Warning Regarding Immigration Medical Examinations If USCIS has requested an immigration medical examination for your pending case, it is important to use a medical provider authorized by USCIS and to follow USCIS instructions carefully.  DO NOT GO TO DR. JOSE REYES AT HEALTH NET MEDICAL We have been informed by USCIS officers that […]

No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest

No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest   Immigration enforcement is expanding—and having no criminal record does not necessarily protect you from being arrested by ICE. Recent data reported by The Washington Post shows a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests of immigrants who do not have […]