Author: Jonathan Valdez

The Toll of Delays – USCIS Allows Nearly 600% Increase in I-601A Waiver Processing Times

Posted by Jonathan Valdez | Jan 12, 2023 | Family Immigration, Immigration, General

Using data from AILA member case examples, AILA Liaison Coordinator Jonathan Valdez describes the ripple effect of USCIS’ excessive delay in I-601A processing, noting that the impact “is as profound as it is immeasurable,” and urging the implementation of reforms that improve processing times overall.

Rejected Applications and Petitions Leave Lives in Limbo

Posted by Jonathan Valdez | Apr 2, 2021 | Business Immigration, Family Immigration

Jonathan Valdez, a member of AILA’s Government Relations team, highlights the recent rejections and delays at USCIS that leave applicants in limbo and cause real hardship in what should be a seamless process., urging USCIS take action to get things right.