Trump policy may force Georgia visa holders to leave before green card bid
A new USCIS policy limiting Adjustment of Status applications inside the U.S. is raising concerns among immigration attorneys and temporary visa holders across metro Atlanta.
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Emily McLeod is a reporter for CBS Atlanta and joined the team in February 2026.
Prior to Atlanta, Emily worked for the CBS affiliate in Orlando, Florida anchoring weekend newscasts and covering stories in Marion, Lake, and Sumter counties.
Before working in Orlando, Emily was the weekend anchor at the ABC affiliate in Panama City, Florida.
Over the course of her career, Emily has covered a wide range of topics including immigration, education, economic development, politics, and transportation.
A graduate of Georgia Southern University, Emily is excited to return to the Peach State and tell the stories impacting Georgians.
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A new USCIS policy limiting Adjustment of Status applications inside the U.S. is raising concerns among immigration attorneys and temporary visa holders across metro Atlanta.
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