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Coalition of Cities and States Sues to Block Expanded Public Charge Rule
politics1 month ago

Coalition of Cities and States Sues to Block Expanded Public Charge Rule

A coalition led by New York City and Chicago filed lawsuits in federal court to block a new Trump administration rule that would deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits. The rule, effective Friday, expands the definition of 'public charge' to include non-cash aid like food stamps and housing assistance, replacing a narrower Biden-era policy. Plaintiffs argue the measure is unlawful and will cause families to forgo essential services out of fear, while the administration defends it as a necessary safeguard against taxpayer burden.

via Block Club Chicago|
#green-cards#immigration#litigation
Federal courts halt Trump administration's visa caps and public charge rule
politics1 month ago

Federal courts halt Trump administration's visa caps and public charge rule

The Trump administration faced two significant legal setbacks on September 15, 2026. A federal judge in Boston blocked a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that would have capped the stay of international students and journalists, while a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia sued to block a new 'public charge' regulation. The latter rule would allow immigration officials to deny green cards to applicants who use non-cash public benefits like Medicaid and food assistance. These actions follow a broader trend of legal challenges against the administration's immigration policies.

via Al Jazeera|
#higher-education#immigration#legal-challenges
Tennessee rolls out eight-bill immigration enforcement push aligned with White House
politics9 months ago

Tennessee rolls out eight-bill immigration enforcement push aligned with White House

Tennessee Republicans unveiled an eight-bill immigration enforcement package that would require E-Verify for all state and local hiring, curb undocumented residents’ access to public benefits, broaden penalties on noncompliant local governments and officials, expand cooperation with federal authorities (including 287(g) steps), push English-language driver’s tests and related reporting, and criminalize being in the state after a final deportation order — a White House-aligned effort that critics say could harm communities and face legal challenges.

via Nashville Banner|
#e-verify#immigration#local-government
Lawsuit Challenges Idaho's Immigration Benefits Restrictions
law1 year ago

Lawsuit Challenges Idaho's Immigration Benefits Restrictions

A lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Idaho challenges a new state law that restricts public benefits for undocumented immigrants, including access to HIV/AIDS medication, citing vagueness and conflict with federal law, and raising concerns about public health and patient care. The law, set to take effect on July 1, limits benefits requiring verification of lawful U.S. residency, impacting vulnerable populations and healthcare providers.

via CBS News|
#hiv-treatment#idaho-law#law