Uncertainty and conflicting guidance on simultaneous visa applications for family reunification cases

People with pending CR1 (Conditional Resident) immigration visas face confusing, contradictory information about whether they can apply for visitor visas simultaneously, creating anxiety about jeopardizing their primary immigration case. Current solutions (government websites, forums) provide vague or conflicting answers, forcing applicants to make high-stakes decisions without clear guidance. This is especially painful for separated families in countries like Pakistan where visa processing is slow and communication with USCIS is difficult.