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15th Aug 2025

USCIS By The Numbers When Policy Meets Administrative Reality

Host Lauren Clarke and immigration policy analyst Cecilia Esterline from the Niskanen Center break down the latest USCIS data on the Immigration Nerds. With an 18% drop in case completions and I-90 applications seeing 938% longer processing times, the numbers reveal unprecedented administrative strain. From I-765 work authorization backlogs jumping 181% to 450 USCIS employees reassigned to enforcement, we explore how 175 executive actions in 100 days are reshaping America's immigration system through data-driven analysis.

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Immigration Analysis from Cecilia Esterline, Niskanen Center


Guest:  Cecilia Esterline, Senior Immigration Policy Analyst, Niskanen Center

Host: Lauren Clarke

News Nerd: Rob Taylor

Producer: Adam Belmar

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Your hub for all immigration news, updates and discussions. Here we uncomplicate the complicated.
EIG is a leading corporate immigration law firm, providing comprehensive business immigration, global migration, and compliance solutions that enable companies to hire the best and brightest talent worldwide. Founded in 1987 and immigration practice started in 1998, EIG has over 25 years of experience delivering its signature 'Perfect Plus' service — dedicated legal teams offering remarkable results, clear communication, innovative technology systems, and the highest level of information and data security. EIG partners with clients to "get to yes."

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