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You could get alimony depending on the circumstances. Cheating does not give you any more rights. Caliofornia is a no-fault state. Cheating also does not mean that he'd get any less custody. You'd probably get shared custody.

This is a case where federal law dictates the answer.  Under the Internal Revenue Code, the parent who is the primary custodian gets to claim the children.  Sometimes in divorce cases we make provisions regarding who gets to claim them, but the federal government doesn't care one bit about what a State court rules. So, to answer your question, it sounds like you get to claim them under federal law.  You may, because you are a nice person, allow her to claim them, but that is solely your decision.  If you both claim both children, then ultimately, when the IRS flags your returns, you sir would win the battle.  At least that is my understanding of how that works. Good luck.

If you are separated from your husband, there is a possibility that your application for adjustment of status may be denied by USCIS. Since your employment authorization was likely granted in connection with your adjustment application, the employment authorization may also be revoked.