✦ Insights

Briefings & analysis
on U.S. immigration.

A small selection of recent posts from the Sophie Zhang Team's policy and practice briefings. Topics range from USCIS adjudication trends to lottery results, fee changes, and case-strategy guidance for founders, investors, and exceptional-ability candidates.

Regulatory update
USCIS Tightens Discretionary Review of I-485 Applications: How Should Applicants Respond?
On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued a new policy memo tightening discretionary review of I-485 adjustment applications, raising new risks for green card applicants in the U.S.
May 31, 2026
Case insight
EB-5 Price Increase Ahead: Key Takeaways from the 2026 IIUSA Summit
The EB-5 investment threshold may rise to about $975,000, while the grandfathering protection window is counting down.
May 16, 2026

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USCIS Tightens Discretionary Review of I-485 Applications: How Should Applicants Respond?

EB-5 Price Increase Ahead: Key Takeaways from the 2026 IIUSA Summit