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USCIS director says H‑2A processing remains fast, proposes narrow criminal investigative unit to fight fraud
Summary
USCIS told the subcommittee H‑2A visa processing remains about 5–7 days, while the agency is addressing growing backlogs and proposing a small criminal investigative unit to pursue immigration and entitlement fraud that the agency says is under‑prosecuted.
USCIS Director Mr. Edlow testified that USCIS's fiscal position remains strong on a fee‑funded basis and that the agency is investing in fraud prevention and vetting tools while working to clear backlogs.
Edlow said USCIS collected $7.5 billion in fee revenue in FY2025 and that E‑Verify handled some 44 million case checks last year. When asked about…
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