As of August 26th, due to a new court order, the Keeping Families Together program is facing yet another hurdle. While USCIS is still able to accept parole in place applications, it is currently prohibited from approving or denying them. This development comes in the wake of a lawsuit filed earlier this week by Texas and 15 other states, which challenges the legality of the program.
For those unfamiliar, the Keeping Families Together program, also known as parole in place, aims to provide a pathway to a green card for eligible spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens. These individuals must have been in the United States for at least 10 years and meet other specific requirements.
This court order effectively puts the program in limbo, creating uncertainty for many families who rely on this pathway to adjust their immigration status. It’s a frustrating development, to say the least, especially given the program’s goal of keeping families together—a principle we believe should be above legal challenges.
While this situation is undoubtedly stressful for those affected, it’s important to remember that this is not the end. Legal battles like these often take time to resolve, and the outcome can change rapidly. Advocacy groups and legal experts are closely monitoring the situation and are ready to challenge any decisions that undermine the rights of immigrant families. Rest assured that we, along with other immigration advocates, are committed to fighting for programs that prioritize family unity and provide lawful pathways for deserving individuals.
As this situation continues to unfold, we strongly encourage anyone affected to stay in close contact with their immigration attorney. We’ll be keeping a close eye on this story and will provide updates as they become available.
If you have questions about how this may impact your case, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We’re here to help navigate these turbulent times.
Stay informed. Stay connected. And most importantly, stay hopeful.
