migration-news2 months ago
Federal Judge Halts Trump Administration's 75-Country Immigrant Visa Freeze
A federal judge in New York struck down the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visas for 75 countries, ruling the policy exceeded the Secretary of State's authority and violated federal law. The ruling, issued in a lawsuit by immigrant rights groups, mandates individualized reviews for applicants rather than blanket denials based on nationality. While the policy remains in effect for some, the decision marks a significant legal setback for the administration's broader immigration crackdown, which also includes travel bans and expanded public charge scrutiny.