Covering the week’s most noteworthy immigration news impacting the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
This week’s episode of “Citizen Pinoy” features U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel, who demonstrates that persistence and determination can overcome obstacles and help achieve one’s goals. The story centers…
In 1986, President Ronald Reagan signed the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), granting legal status to nearly 2.7 million undocumented immigrants—the largest legalization program in U.S. history. It was…
Lorna asks if there is a way to bring her estranged husband’s illegitimate child to the U.S. This Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” airs Part 2 of “Filipino Picnic at the Park,”…
Foreigners that have either a business in their home country or have the capital or can raise the capital to establish a business in the US, there is an option…
Rowena with Atty. Gurfinkel THIS Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” presents another inspiring edition of “Your Tanong, My Sagot” — this time from a lively Memorial Day picnic hosted by the Philippine-American…
The 40th Anniversary Memorial Ball of the Phil-Am TC featured cultural dances. THIS Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” brings a festive and meaningful edition of “Your Tanong, My Sagot (YTMS)” from the…
IN 2002, Marie and her three children visited the U.S. as tourists. They planned to visit family and then return home to the Philippines. However, Marie later decided to remain…
THIS Sunday on “Citizen Pinoy,” witness the moving story of a mother’s persistence and a sister’s sacrifice in the face of immigration challenges. Lolita, a devoted mother, petitioned both her…
A federal judge blocks Trump’s attempt to cut funding to sanctuary cities as California vows to defend its immigrant protections. LOS ANGELES, CA – California is once again on a…
THIS Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” airs a heartfelt tribute to one of the Philippines’ most revered icons — National Artist and legendary actor Nora Aunor — who passed away on April…
A FILIPINA frontliner from Florida, Janice, was diagnosed with myelofibrosis – bone marrow cancer. She had already been receiving several treatments, including blood transfusions and medications, but none of these…
Agency outlines measures to protect $1.5 trillion in annual benefit programs, stepping up enforcement of President Trump’s directive to block undocumented immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits amid growing scrutiny…
FOLLOWING the success of last week’s episode, “Citizen Pinoy” presents Part 2 of “Your Tanong, My Sagot” at Ling Nam Restaurant. More customers – and even the restaurant’s owner –…
Under Secretary Marco Rubio’s directive, the U.S. now reviews social media for all visa applicants—including tourists, workers, students, and family-based beneficiaries. Over 300 visas already revoked. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Whether…
Legal Risks for Green Card Holders: Immigration experts caution that convictions for crimes involving ‘moral turpitude’ can result in removal proceedings, even long after the offense occurred. They emphasize the…
Leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel (left) is shown here with Ling Nam Founder Tony Lim (right). THIS Sunday, Citizen Pinoy presents a special “Your Tanong, My Sagot” episode,…
March 25, 2025 — Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring voters to present documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register for federal elections….
Washington, D.C. — Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel “Babe” Romualdez, has reiterated his advice for undocumented Filipinos in the U.S. to consider voluntary departure to avoid the…
U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel takes on one of the most challenging cases in the show’s 19-year history. Judy was petitioned by her father in 1993, but a series…
IN 2017, Mommy Connie returned to the Philippines for a vacation and medical checkup. However, it was not until 2018 that she discovered her green card was missing. By the…
Leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel (left) does a one-on-one interview with Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (right) of the Philippine Consulate General in New York on a brand-new…
Filipino migrant advocates from the Tanggol Migrante Campaign denounced the inhumane conditions in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers and the lack of response from the Philippine government…
AS President Donald Trump pushes forward with his mass detention and deportation agenda, “Citizen Pinoy” presents the second part of its special Kapihan episode, bringing essential information to the Filipino…
BySunita Sohrabji Trump’s executive order banning birthright citizenship broadly applies to many residents without lawful permanent status. Babies born after Feb. 20 to parents holding temporary work or student visas…
THIS week, Donald Trump was officially inaugurated as 47th President of the United States, proclaiming in his address, “The Golden Age of America begins right now.” With this statement, he…
From left: Lambert Parong, Lindy Rosales, Don Tagala, Momar Visaya, Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel, Philippine Consul General to New York Senen Mangalile, Marilyn Abalos, Marivir Montebon, and Cesar Loverita. IN…
This is the inspiring story of Ana (3rd from left), a busy hotel executive, who petitioned her Tita Susan (2nd from left) to help at home as a housekeeper. This…
Carlos and Cielo during the latter’s graduation several years ago. IN this week’s episode of Citizen Pinoy, leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel tackles a unique and challenging case…
A presidential election may result in a new administration that is not friendly to non-US Citizens. As a legal permanent resident (Green card holder), you are still considered a foreigner…
U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel saves the day by finding a mother’s missing petition for her daughter and reinstating it in time. Even when she was working as a…
