Immigration under the Trump

Immigration law under the Trump administration

Hello, and welcome to my little corner of Substack where we explore immigration policies under the Trump administration—arguably one of the most “creative” periods in U.S. immigration history (if “creative” can be stretched to mean chaotic, restrictive, and often absurd). I’m an immigration lawyer who spends a significant portion of my time trying to make sense of it all—so you can read this, ignore me, and still spend a significant portion of your time trying to make sense of it all.

I started this Substack because I see firsthand how these policies will disproportionately impact the most vulnerable around me. Many of my clients are navigating systems that seem designed to confuse, delay, and demoralize.

But this isn’t going to be a fatalistic doom and gloom-scroll blog. No, no. I promise to mix a little levity with the legal, because while the system is a hot mess, there are still opportunities to find solutions, loopholes (legal ones, I promise), and pathways forward. Think of this Substack as part survival guide, part coping mechanism, and part rallying cry.

That said, let’s get a few disclaimers out of the way: While I’ll be sharing insights, analysis, and possible solutions, this is not legal advice. If you read this blog and think, “Oh great, I can DIY my green card!”—please don’t. Immigration law is tricky enough without adding Tik-Tok energy to the mix. If you need personalized advice, call an attorney (preferably one who isn’t me after midnight, please and thank you).

This space will be equal parts honest and hopeful, because while the policies can feel designed to grind you down, you’re tougher than that. (If you’re dealing with USCIS, you’re probably already a world-class endurance champion.) Together, we’ll navigate the absurdity, the opportunities, and yes, even the occasional glimmer of hope, one post at a time.

Thank you for joining me here. Let’s get to work—and maybe share a laugh or two along the way.

Warm regards,

Lost Lawyer