Many EB-2 NIW petitions fail not because the beneficiary lacks evidence, but because the evidence submitted actively undermines the case. USCIS does not evaluate evidence in isolation. Officers assess whether the evidence actually supports the legal standards under the Dhanasar framework. Common types of evidence that weaken an EB-2 NIW petition include: General recommendation letters that praise work ethic or character but do not explain national importance or impact. Evidence of routine job du