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Trump's Policies Boost USCIS Applications, Cut Border Crossings

11/7/2025

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The Trump administration's initiatives resulted in a significant increase in applications for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as "homeland defenders."
USCIS Director Joseph Edlow announced a fast onboarding process for veterans and former law enforcement, who may receive substantial bonuses.
October 2025 recorded the lowest illegal border crossings, linked to Trump's strict enforcement policies.
The Department of Education revised the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, excluding organizations involved in illegal activities, leading to lawsuits from Democrat-led states.

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Story summary

The Trump administration's initiatives resulted in a significant increase in applications for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as "homeland defenders."
USCIS Director Joseph Edlow announced a fast onboarding process for veterans and former law enforcement, who may receive substantial bonuses.
October 2025 recorded the lowest illegal border crossings, linked to Trump's strict enforcement policies.
The Department of Education revised the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, excluding organizations involved in illegal activities, leading to lawsuits from Democrat-led states.