Category: In The News


Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship – How This Ruling Affects Immigrant Families

Posted on 01/23/25

Today, a federal judge temporarily blocked former President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. This ruling, made by U.S. District Judge John C. Coughenour, followed a legal challenge from the states of Washington, Arizona, Illinois, and Oregon, which argue that


Trump Expands ICE Arrests to Schools and Churches, Deploys Troops to Border – Know Your Rights

Posted on 01/22/25

The Trump administration’s recent changes to U.S. immigration policies are creating challenges that deeply affect asylum seekers, sanctuary cities, and individuals trying to navigate an increasingly complex immigration system. As immigration attorneys, we understand the fear and uncertainty these developments bring to immigrants and their families. At the Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we’re


Exciting Partnership with Sacred Heart University: Service-Learning Opportunities for Students

Posted on 01/16/25

The Law Offices of James A. Welcome is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Sacred Heart University’s Political Science Department. This collaboration, which spans the spring semester, will provide 30 students with a unique opportunity to shadow our legal team and complete 15 service-learning hours. The program is designed to give students a hands-on


Know Your Rights: Breaking Down President Trump’s Deportation Claims

Posted on 12/12/24

In a recent interview with TIME, President Trump proposed a plan to deport millions of individuals, suggesting a significant escalation in immigration enforcement measures. This plan, according to the President, would likely require a massive expansion of detention centers to hold those suspected of being in the U.S. without authorization before their deportation. He stated,


President Trump Is Returning to the White House: What Does That Mean for Your Immigration Case?

Posted on 12/05/24

As President-Elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office, many immigrants and their families are understandably concerned about what his return to the White House could mean for immigration policies. While there has been a lot of discussion about potential changes, it’s important to understand the facts and keep perspective. At the Law Offices of James


Significant Immigration Changes Coming: What President-Elect Trump’s Proposed Policies Could Mean for You and Your Family

Posted on 11/20/24

As President-Elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, his early appointments and policy statements are signaling what could become some of the strictest immigration policies in years. These proposals have sparked concern by our immigration law firm and other immigration advocacy groups, as they could bring significant changes to the U.S. immigration system and affect