Tag Archives: Green Card

The Public Charge Net Widens on September 18, 2026

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Mike Baker

By Michael D. Baker On September 18, 2026, the government widens the public charge test for green cards. USCIS will weigh nearly any government benefit an applicant uses, not just cash welfare. The USCIS policy alert that spells this out … Continue reading →

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A Charge Is Enough: Blanche v. Lau and the Green-Card Holder’s New Limbo. Proof Can Wait. Your Status Can’t

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Mike Baker

Law Offices of Michael D. Baker, Chicago U.S. Supreme CourtOct. Term 2025 A green card is supposed to mean you belong here. Blanche v. Lau says it means that only until a border officer decides it does not — and … Continue reading →

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USCIS Declares Adjustment of Status “Administrative Grace,” Not a Right — What PM-602-0199 Does to Your I-485

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mike Baker

Post Title USCIS Declares Adjustment of Status “Administrative Grace,” Not a Right — What PM-602-0199 Does to Your I-485 Slug uscis-adjustment-status-discretion-pm-602-0199 Meta Description USCIS Policy Memo PM-602-0199 rewrites adjustment of status as extraordinary discretionary relief. What the new standard means … Continue reading →

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