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Brad Show Live An immigration and legal advice show hosted by Brad Bernstein, Super Lawyer and Managing Partner of The Law Offices of Spar & Bernstein, P.C.
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10/15/2026

Can cooking for terrorists cost someone their right to asylum in America? The Supreme Court is about to decide a major immigration law question. Izuchukwu Ozurumba says he unknowingly took a cooking job in Nigeria, only to discover he was working for an armed group. When he tried to leave, he says he was threatened and forced to continue cooking. An immigration judge ruled that preparing meals constituted material support for terrorism, making him ineligible for asylum. But a federal appeals court disagreed. Now the Supreme Court will determine whether assistance must advance terrorist activities to qualify as material support under immigration law. The ruling could have serious consequences for asylum seekers who were coerced into helping armed groups.

10/15/2026

Mass deportations don't just affect immigrant workers. They can also put American jobs at risk. Think about what happens when a construction crew disappears, crops go unharvested, or a restaurant loses essential employees. American electricians, truck drivers, bartenders, suppliers, and other workers can lose income when businesses can't operate normally. And there's research behind this. A Brookings Institution study estimated that increased ICE enforcement was associated with approximately 668,000 lost jobs across affected U.S. cities, including an estimated 51,000 to 297,000 jobs that would have been held by American-born workers. As an immigration lawyer, here's the economic question worth examining: When immigrant workers are removed, can businesses continue operating and keep everyone else employed? Immigration enforcement has consequences beyond the people being deported.

10/14/2026

Already deported? You may STILL have a legal way back to America! As an immigration lawyer, here's what you need to know: ⚖️ Missed immigration court because you never received notice? You may be able to reopen your case. ⚖️ Deportation violated a court order or your legal rights? You may be able to challenge it and seek your return. ⚖️ Have a qualifying U.S. citizen or green card holder family member? A new immigration petition could provide another pathway. But here's the catch: Not every motion stops deportation, and returning may require special permission or waivers. Deportation doesn't always mean the end of your American dream. The key question is WHY you were deported and whether a legal remedy still exists.

10/14/2026

Want a U.S. green card without an employer sponsoring you? You may have more options than you realize! Two immigration pathways allow qualified applicants to self-petition: EB-1A Extraordinary Ability and EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). 🏆 EB-1A focuses on your extraordinary achievements, professional recognition, and accomplishments in your field. ⚖️ EB-2 NIW focuses on your qualifications, the national importance of your proposed work, and your ability to carry it forward. But here's what many people misunderstand: Having an impressive résumé, advanced degree, or professional awards doesn't automatically mean you'll qualify. As an immigration lawyer, I'm breaking down the differences, eligibility requirements, and evidence that can help determine which green card pathway fits your situation. You don't always need an employer. But you do need to prove your case.

10/14/2026

You DON'T always need an employer to sponsor your green card! Two immigration pathways allow you to petition for yourself: EB-1A Extraordinary Ability and EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). But here's what many applicants misunderstand: These are two completely different legal standards. 🏆 EB-1A focuses on your extraordinary achievements, sustained recognition, and whether you're among the very top in your field. 🇺🇸 EB-2 NIW focuses on your qualifications, the national importance of your proposed work, and whether you're positioned to advance it. As an immigration lawyer, I see people confuse impressive credentials with actual eligibility. A master's degree doesn't guarantee an NIW, and meeting three EB-1A evidence criteria doesn't guarantee approval.

10/14/2026

A new report raises questions about Ilhan Omar’s birth year and claimed derivative citizenship. Brad Bernstein explains why one year could matter, what investigators must establish, and the possible consequences for Congress, criminal charges and deportation.

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10/14/2026

A new report raises questions about Ilhan Omar’s birth year and claimed derivative citizenship. Brad Bernstein explains why one year could matter, what investigators must establish, and the possible consequences for Congress, criminal charges and deportation. Spar & Bernstein: 1-800-529-5465 lawsb.com

10/13/2026

ICE agent under investigation for possible assault after striking a Houston man with an SUV! Miguel Parra-Hernandez, 48, has lived in the United States for more than 30 years. His family says he has no criminal record. Now he's hospitalized with serious leg injuries after being struck during an ICE enforcement operation. ICE claims he ran into the vehicle's path. But the Harris County District Attorney is investigating whether the agent intentionally struck him. ⚠️ Here's what makes this even more concerning: ICE issued new guidance on September 30 restricting vehicle pursuits and requiring specific training, body cameras, and emergency equipment during vehicle stops. Yet this incident comes amid multiple controversial ICE encounters involving shootings, serious injuries, and deaths. As an immigration lawyer, I believe enforcement must come with accountability. Being subject to deportation does NOT eliminate someone's constitutional rights or justify excessive force. The unanswered question: Did the agent follow ICE's own rules, and what will the surveillance evidence establish?

10/13/2026

🚨 ICE fired seven shots at Oscar Belgal's vehicle while his 5-year-old son was in the back seat. Now there's a major legal development. After being shot in the neck and hospitalized, Belgal was taken into federal custody. His attorneys say he still has a bullet lodged in his neck and needs additional medical treatment. ⚖️ His lawyers filed an emergency habeas corpus petition challenging his detention, raising constitutional concerns about his arrest, due process, and medical care. A federal judge has temporarily blocked his deportation and restricted where he can be transferred. ICE maintains that Belgal has a criminal history and that agents fired because he drove toward them. His attorneys dispute the government's account and challenge the legality of his detention. As an immigration lawyer, here's the distinction: A criminal record does not eliminate someone's constitutional rights. The shooting, the detention, and the government's obligation to provide adequate medical care are separate legal questions. Should a federal judge urgently review his detention and medical treatment while these allegations are investigated?

10/12/2026

Trump's $1 MILLION Gold Card promised a fast-track green card. So where are the approvals?! Remember when the Trump administration claimed $1.3 BILLION in Gold Card sales shortly after launch? Here's what we actually know. 💰 $15,000 nonrefundable processing fee. 💰 $1 MILLION gift to the U.S. government after successful vetting. Not an investment you get back. ⚠️ In April 2026, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledged that only ONE applicant had been approved. The recipient wasn't publicly identified. As an immigration lawyer, I would want anyone considering this program to understand the legal uncertainty, the nonrefundable fee, and their existing immigration options BEFORE paying. A million-dollar price tag is not a guarantee of permanent residency. Here's the question: What documented approval results and legal protections would you need to see before risking a nonrefundable $15,000 application fee?

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