Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Biden Works on Strengthening the Northern and Southern Borders
All eyes are on the Biden administration after the expiry of Title 42 and a growing migration crisis. The government has taken new actions regarding both the northern and southern borders, and these initiatives point to a tougher stance than many thought Biden was capable of. Meanwhile a group of bipartisan lawmakers are trying… Read More »
What Is Birthright Citizenship?
There are many ways to become a citizen of the United States. Perhaps the most obvious way is to go through the “naturalization process,” which involves the first step of becoming a permanent resident. Another option is to marry a US citizen. But perhaps the easiest way to become a citizen of the United… Read More »
Can Past Drug Use Affect US Immigration?
About 22 million Americans have successfully overcome a substance abuse issue. There is nothing stopping you from becoming a productive member of society if you have struggled with drug addiction in the past. But could your past drug use affect your chances of immigrating to the United States? This is a question that many… Read More »
US Military Offers Path To Citizenship In Bid To Boost Recruiting
It’s no secret that the US military is falling behind on its recruitment goals. Most branches are not meeting these goals, and this is becoming an increasingly worrying problem given the current state of global affairs. In a bid to push these recruitment numbers higher, many US military branches are offering an expedited route… Read More »
What You Need To Know About The New USA-Canada Border Deal
There is so much focus on the southern border that many people forget all about the northern border. But our border with Canada is starting to play an increasingly central role in the immigration debate – and it doesn’t take a genius to figure out why. The border is the longest shared international border… Read More »
The Darien Gap: One Of The Most Dangerous Routes For US Migrants
Migrants have many options when trying to reach the United States. As we have seen in the past, almost every possible route has been explored – whether it’s the frozen, northern border with Canada or the treacherous, crime-ridden southern border. But one of the most popular – and dangerous – routes available to migrants… Read More »
My Parent Married A US Citizen. Can I Get Citizenship Too?
A marriage is one of the most straightforward ways to obtain a green card, and many Americans become naturalized through this process. But what if you’re not the one who’s actually getting married? What if it’s actually your parent who is getting their green card as a result of their wedding? If your parent… Read More »
When Might I Need To Renounce My US Citizenship?
People renounce their citizenship for many reasons. Some become disillusioned with the activities of their home nation – wishing to distance themselves from their home nation in an act of political protest. Others simply renounce their citizenship as a matter of convenience – preferring to deal only with one nation in the future. Some… Read More »
Biden’s New Proposed Immigration Laws Explained
These days, it seems like immigration laws are changing with each passing day. Biden has recently proposed a number of changes that he believes are necessary as we move into a post-pandemic world – but many pro-immigration activists are not happy. They claim that Biden’s promises of being softer on immigration weren’t true, and… Read More »
Can You Immigrate To The United States After Committing War Crimes?
Many people flee to the United States from war-torn regions, perhaps after being forced to serve in foreign militaries. It’s almost impossible to disobey direct orders when you’re in the military, and many asylum seekers have carried out terrible acts while serving in these foreign militaries. But can these “war crimes” really make you… Read More »
