Happy New Year!

George P Mann
Blog, From George
As we enter a new year, our hearts are filled with gratitude for our outstanding team and remarkable clients who entrust us with their hopes and dreams. Together, we’ve navigated legal minefields, fought for justice, and opened doors to brighter futures for our clients and their families. As we enter a new year, we pledge…
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A New Age is Dawning In Immigration

George P Mann
Articles, Blog, From George, Immigration Updates
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The Biden Administration is expected to pursue epic changes to America’s Immigration Policies. We should see a return to the American tradition of welcoming immigrants. This includes a greater understanding and sympathy toward the millions of refugees and migrants stranded in various parts of the world seeking an opportunity to begin life anew in a…
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A New Day Has Dawned

George P Mann
Articles, Blog, From George, Immigration Updates
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Our prayers for new leadership in the White House have been answered. So what does it mean for us? For the country? For the world?  First, there is the immediate concern about the transition period between now and January 20, 2021. President Trump will remain in power until then but the world is already beginning…
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The 2020 Election: A Perspective

George P Mann
Articles, Blog, From George, News
As is the case with most presidential elections, each of the candidates from the two major parties tend to have 40% or more of the likely voters backing them. In other words, each has close to half (and sometimes more) of the voting public in their corner. The situation is no different with the 2020…
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Happy Constitution and Citizenship Day – My 50th Year as a U.S. Citizen

George P Mann
Articles, From George
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Constitution and Citizenship Day is observed each year on this day to commemorate the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787 and “recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.” This year’s Citizenship Day is especially important to me as I celebrate 50 years as a citizen. George with…
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What is Happening With USCIS: A Quick Rundown

George P Mann
Articles, Blog, From George, Immigration Updates, News
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A recent New York Times article described the precarious financial situation U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) finds itself in following three of Trump administration leadership and now, the Covid-19 pandemic. Here are some of my main takeaways: In 2016, USCIS had 15,828 Employees. Three years later, USCIS Had grown to 18,866 employees a 19%…
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