A federal judge has ordered USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) to resume processing immigration applications that had been suspended or significantly delayed. This court ruling is major news for thousands of immigrants waiting on pending cases across the country.
What exactly did the judge order?
The federal court issued an order directing USCIS to continue processing applications that had been suspended or delayed without justification. On Friday, June 12, 2026, USCIS publicly confirmed it will comply with the court order and resume processing affected cases.
Which immigration applications are affected?
The court order could benefit individuals with pending applications for work permits (EAD), lawful permanent residence (green card), U.S. citizenship (naturalization), and other immigration benefits that had been stalled at USCIS.
Does this mean my application will be automatically approved?
No. The court order requires USCIS to process applications, but it does not guarantee automatic approval. Each case will be evaluated individually based on its own merits, supporting documentation, and applicable legal requirements.
What should you do if you have a pending application?
If you have a pending application with USCIS or want to know how this court ruling could affect your immigration process, we recommend scheduling a consultation with immigration attorney Jesus Reyes. Every case is different, and specialized legal advice is essential to understand your options and next steps.
