Monthly Archives: July 2013

Indian Sikh experienced past persecution but possibility of relocation established no future fear

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Mike Baker

Singh v. Holder (7th Circuit, June 21, 2013) Bikram Singh, an Indian national, sought asylum in the United States based on his affiliation with the Sikh religion. He was thrice detained by Indian authorities. While detained, he was beaten severely, … Continue reading →

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USCIS Implementation of the Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act-Same-Sex Marriages

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Mike Baker

Implementation of the Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act Statement from Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano: Statement from Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano: “After last week’s decision by the Supreme Court holding that Section 3 … Continue reading →

Posted in DOMA, family-based immigrant visa, Implementation of the Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act, same-sex marriage, same-sex marriage to a foreign national., same-sex marriage-based immigrant visas | Tagged | Leave a comment