dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that he met at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. While the Director concurred that the petitioner satisfied the criteria for nationally recognized awards and membership in associations, the AAO found the evidence for published material and performing in a leading or critical role was insufficient. The published material lacked required information like the author's name and proof of being major media, and the letters supporting a critical role were not specific enough about the petitioner's impact on the organizations.
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