When ICE Enforcement Becomes Lawless: My Argentine Client’s Detention Proves America Has Lost Its Way

2026-01-29T17:09:25-05:00

Two U.S. Citizens Dead. Legal Immigrants Jailed. This Is Not Immigration Enforcement—This Is Chaos.

The killing of Renée Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis has finally shaken the foundations of our country, bringing to light how far to the extreme the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement has gone. Two U.S. citizens—a 37-year-old […]

When ICE Enforcement Becomes Lawless: My Argentine Client’s Detention Proves America Has Lost Its Way2026-01-29T17:09:25-05:00

75 Countries, Millions of Families: The Visa Freeze That Punishes the Innocent for the Actions of the Few

2026-01-15T08:57:59-05:00

Trump Administration Halts Immigrant Visa Processing Based on Fraud by Less Than 100 People

Today, the State Department announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for 75 countries worldwide, effective January 21, 2026. The justification? Fraud cases in Minnesota involving less than 100 individuals—primarily from one […]

75 Countries, Millions of Families: The Visa Freeze That Punishes the Innocent for the Actions of the Few2026-01-15T08:57:59-05:00

The Travel Ban Just Doubled: 20 More Countries Added to U.S. Entry Restrictions

2025-12-17T15:32:57-05:00

If You’re From One of These 39 Countries, Your Path to America Just Got Exponentially Harder—Or Impossible

In a stunning expansion of executive immigration power, the Trump administration announced Tuesday that it is doubling the number of countries facing U.S. travel restrictions, adding 20 nations and the Palestinian Authority to an already controversial ban that has separated […]

The Travel Ban Just Doubled: 20 More Countries Added to U.S. Entry Restrictions2025-12-17T15:32:57-05:00

“America Welcomes the World”—Except When It Doesn’t: How the World Cup Exposes U.S. Immigration Hypocrisy

2025-12-15T15:21:03-05:00

Haiti Qualifies for Their First World Cup in 51 Years—But Their Fans Are Banned From Attending

In June 2026, the United States will host the FIFA World Cup—the largest sporting event in history, featuring 78 matches across 11 American cities. President Trump himself declared at a White House ceremony that the tournament represents “welcoming the […]

“America Welcomes the World”—Except When It Doesn’t: How the World Cup Exposes U.S. Immigration Hypocrisy2025-12-15T15:21:03-05:00

Trapped Outside the US: When Social Media Becomes Your Immigration Record

2025-12-11T05:08:32-05:00

How One Client’s Three-Month Delay Reveals the Hidden Dangers of Digital Vetting

In an era where constitutional guarantees like birthright citizenship face unprecedented challenges, a quieter but equally disruptive reality is unfolding at U.S. ports of entry and consulates worldwide: your social media presence has become part of your immigration file—and it can derail your […]

Trapped Outside the US: When Social Media Becomes Your Immigration Record2025-12-11T05:08:32-05:00

Trump vs. The Constitution: The Battle Over Who Gets to Be American

2025-12-08T16:12:58-05:00

President Trump is attacking the very foundation of U.S. immigration law and our legal system in general by trying to revoke birthright citizenship. Here is why this is such a dangerous slippery slope we are treading on right now:

Why Undermining Birthright Citizenship Threatens the U.S. Legal […]

Trump vs. The Constitution: The Battle Over Who Gets to Be American2025-12-08T16:12:58-05:00

Chinese students currently studying in the U.S. are feeling scared about their future

2025-06-18T16:59:06-04:00

Over a quarter of a million Chinese students currently studying in the U.S. are feeling increasingly uncertain about their future. Their education—and, in many cases, their long-term aspirations—now hang in the balance due to this administration’s unilateral efforts to “decouple” from China on a broader geopolitical level.

What many observers fail to realize is the […]

Chinese students currently studying in the U.S. are feeling scared about their future2025-06-18T16:59:06-04:00

What is actually happening with the “mass deportations” and “immigration crackdown” so far?

2025-06-23T13:23:42-04:00

What is actually happening with the “mass deportations” and “immigration crackdown” so far?

1. 8,000 people have been detained so far as part of the Trump administration’s “targeted enforcement”. These high-end criminals with outstanding arrest warrants are called the “worst of the worst”.

My take: This means approximately 4,000 people are being […]

What is actually happening with the “mass deportations” and “immigration crackdown” so far?2025-06-23T13:23:42-04:00
Legal Disclaimer: The materials appearing on this website are provided for informational use only, and are in no way intended to constitute legal advice or the opinions of this law firm or any of its attorneys. Transmission or receipt of any information from this website does not create an attorney-client relationship, and you should not act or rely upon any information appearing on this website without seeking the advice of an attorney. Moreover, because the law is constantly changing, the materials appearing on this website are not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up-to-date. This is considered Attorney Advertising by some Bar Associations. Prior results do not imply future similar results.
©2026 SMA Law Firm - 360 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701 (727) 606-2425
Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions
FacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInX
Go to Top