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National Law Review
6/22/2026
Immigration Insights Episode 27 | Stuck in the System: Using Mandamus to Break Immigration Delays [Podcast]

Immigration Insights Episode 27 | Stuck in the System: Using Mandamus to Break Immigration Delays [Podcast]

Short summary

This podcast discusses mandamus, a federal litigation tool under the Administrative Procedure Act used to compel government action when immigration agencies delay case adjudication. Post-COVID mandamus filings surged across USCIS and consular posts; the episode covers EB-5 petitions under the 2022 Reform Act and applications across family immigration, naturalization, and asylum. The hosts emphasize mandamus must be used judiciously to address processing delays.

  • Mandamus is a federal tool to compel action on delayed immigration cases; filings surged post-COVID
  • Specific frameworks govern EB-5 petitions under the 2022 Reform and Integrity Act
  • Applies across family immigration, naturalization, asylum, and employment contexts but must be used carefully

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