Fear of persecution is a basis for a J waiver and perhaps you should try that. The type of waiver depends on your specific j1 visa program, for...

Yes, unlawful presence for three days if your asylum applicaiton is received three days after yur status ends.

You can stay out as long as the visa is not expired. So you get get a three year H4 and wait outside the U.S. until near the end of the three year...

According to the recent announcements, USCIS will expect you to prove why you should not have to process for the visa outside the U.S. If you can...

Stalking is on the list of crimes which would qualify one for a U visa. See...

Yes, you may lose your eligibility for public housing if your spouse is not a U.S. citizen. Check with the housing authority.

If you can prove it was received before your status ended you may be okay. If it was received during the 30 day grace period you may also be okay...

No, being referred to secondary inspection is not an arrest and you do not need to submit any documents about that encounter.

You can contact USCIS customer service with questions about what can be filed online and what must be filed by paper.

They will eventually notice, so if you wait and continue processing, they will take your fees and eventually deny the application.