USCIS Expands Enforcement Powers: A Practical Guide for HR Leaders

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In September 2025, DHS granted USCIS officers full law enforcement powers for the first time—authorizing arrests, warrants, and direct employer investigations. For HR leaders, this marks a new era of I-9 compliance risk. This whitepaper explains what the rule change means, the top I-9 errors now under scrutiny, and how to prepare your organization for faster, more aggressive audits.

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