Eric I. Yun

In “Doctors, Nurses Speak Out About Immigration Enforcement in Hospitals,” published by Chief Healthcare Executive, healthcare organizations and professional associations across the country raise concerns about immigration enforcement activities occurring in hospitals and emergency departments. The article reports on growing fears among patients and healthcare workers, particularly following the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers in Minnesota. Medical groups including the American Medical Association, American Nurses Association, and American College of Emergency Physicians warn that enforcement actions in healthcare settings may deter patients from seeking care, compromise safety, and undermine trust in the healthcare system....

In an opinion piece for Chief Healthcare Executive, Eric Yun and Shloka Joshi examine how ICE enforcement has shifted in recent months and what those changes mean for healthcare institutions. Recent changes in federal immigration policy have raised new concerns for healthcare providers regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in facilities traditionally considered “protected areas.” While prior DHS guidance limited ICE enforcement in hospitals and similar settings, that guidance was rescinded in January 2025, creating uncertainty for healthcare systems nationwide....

On Friday, September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation that set forth new conditions and restrictions on the admission of workers on H-1B visas into the United States. The most immediate effect of this Proclamation is to require the payment of a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. While some of the language of the Proclamation is open-ended, it is critical to note that this fee, as stated, applies only to new applications for prospective workers who are currently outside the country. Thus, the Proclamation does not apply to those:...