USCIS Green Card Update 2026: What the AOS Policy Change Actually Means for You

On May 22, 2026, USCIS issued Policy Memo PM-602-0199, alarming millions of immigrants and immigration professionals across the country. By May 30th, DHS clarified the announcement — but confusion remains. Here's exactly what happened, what it means, and what you should do right now. In this video we cover: • What Adjustment of Status (AOS) is and why it matters • Why nearly 5 million people used AOS to get their green cards in the last 9 years • What USCIS Policy Memo PM-602-0199 actually says • How DHS walked back the original announcement • What steps you should take today to protect your case This situation is still developing. Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss updates as new guidance comes in. Have questions about your specific case? Visit SimpleCitizen.com or reach out to a licensed immigration professional through SimpleCitizen or our partners at Fragomen. 📄 Read the full USCIS memo: https://f.mtr.cool/yqtbtktmln Read the original USCIS news release: https://f.mtr.cool/kiuyhzcavi 🔗 In-depth guides and tools: SimpleCitizen.com SimpleCitizen, Inc. is not a law firm or lawyer referral service. Nothing in this video constitutes legal advice. For guidance specific to your situation, please consult a licensed immigration professional. Tags to include: green card 2026, USCIS update, adjustment of status, AOS policy change, immigration news 2026, green card application, USCIS policy memo, immigration law update, how to get a green card, SimpleCitizen