Immigration Consequences of Possible Federal Government Shutdown on October 1, 2023 | #MobilityMinute
September 29, 2023

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As the US federal government budget debate continues, Partner Jenny Schrager discusses the immigration consequences of a possible government shutdown on October 1, 2023.
Jenny also outlines how prior shutdowns have impacted the US federal government's immigration agencies and processes, and how this background can help prepare employers and immigrants for this potential shutdown scenario.
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