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politics21 days ago•201 min saved

Judge halts Trump’s 75-country immigrant visa ban in landmark ruling

A Manhattan federal judge struck down the Trump administration’s 75-country immigrant visa ban, ruling it violated federal law and exceeded the secretary of state’s authority by effectively denying visas based on nationality rather than an individual’s finances or qualifications. The decision, which allows for potential appeals, found that officers were ordered to refuse visas from these countries even when applicants could support themselves. The ruling notes that the ban affected family- and job-based visa applicants from nations across regions and clarifies that nonimmigrant visas were not impacted.

via CNN|

#federal-court #immigration #nationality-discrimination

politics21 days ago•2 min saved

Judge voids Trump-era immigrant visa ban across 75 countries

A Manhattan federal judge ruled that the State Department’s policy suspending immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries exceeded its authority and violated federal immigration law, calling the move unlawful; the ruling, issued in a suit by immigrant-rights groups, blocks the policy and highlights ongoing tensions over U.S. immigration restrictions.

via Al Jazeera|

#civil-rights #federal-law #immigration

politics7 months ago•1 min saved

Coalition Sues to Block 75-Country Visa Pause

A coalition of U.S. citizens, immigration nonprofits and legal groups filed a Manhattan federal lawsuit to block a policy suspending visa approvals for people from 75 countries, arguing it upends decades of immigration law; the State Department says the pause is to prevent migrants who would rely on welfare, a claim the plaintiffs say is false and unsubstantiated.

via The New York Times|

#immigration #lawsuit #marco-rubio

world8 months ago•2 min saved

West African Countries Ban US Travelers in Response to Visa Restrictions

Burkina Faso and Mali have announced bans on US nationals in retaliation for the US's visa restrictions on their citizens, reflecting escalating tensions and reciprocal measures amid ongoing security concerns and US travel restrictions expanded by the Trump administration.

via The Guardian|

#burkinafaso #mali #reciprocity

world1 year ago•6 min saved

US Blocks Palestinian Officials from UN Meeting Amid Statehood Pledges

The U.S. Secretary of State has announced a visa ban on Palestinian officials from the Palestinian Authority and PLO, aiming to prevent their attendance at the upcoming U.N. General Assembly, amid tensions over Palestinian statehood and U.S. efforts to hold Palestinian bodies accountable for incitement and terrorism.

via The New York Times|

#palestinian-officials #palestinian-statehood #un-general-assembly

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Bob Vylan's Glastonbury Performance Sparks U.S. Visa Ban and UK Probe

The U.S. State Department revoked visas for the English punk duo Bob Vylan after their Glastonbury performance, where they led chants supporting Gaza and using controversial language, which officials condemned as hate speech and incitement of violence. The band, scheduled for a U.S. tour, did not address the incident directly but emphasized the importance of inspiring future generations.

via NBC News|

#bob-vylan #glastonbury #hate-speech

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Harvard Faces Uncertainty Amid Trump Administration's Immigration and Funding Policies

The Trump administration has appealed a court's preliminary injunction that blocked its entry ban on Harvard-sponsored visa holders, with the case now heading to the First Circuit Court of Appeals, amid ongoing legal battles over the administration's actions against Harvard's international students.

via The Harvard Crimson|

#harvard #international-students #legal-appeal

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Harvard Challenges Trump’s Visa Ban for International Students

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's attempt to deny visas to foreign students at Harvard, citing a legal challenge by the university and concerns over retaliation and First Amendment rights. The court's order prevents the enforcement of the proclamation and related DHS actions while a hearing is scheduled, as Harvard argues the measures are unlawful and politically motivated.

via NBC News|

#federal-court #harvard #legal-challenge

world1 year ago•5 min saved

Trump Implements Ban on Harvard's New International Students

President Trump issued an immediate six-month ban on international students entering the U.S. to attend Harvard, citing national security concerns and alleged non-compliance by the university with federal requests, amidst broader immigration and security policies targeting foreign influence and Chinese ties.

via The Harvard Crimson|

#harvard #international-students #national-security

politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Candace Owens Faces International Bans and Criticism from Evangelical Leaders

Conservative commentator Candace Owens has been denied entry to New Zealand and Australia due to her controversial remarks, including comments downplaying the Holocaust and claiming Muslims started slavery. New Zealand refused her visa because she was already banned from Australia, where officials cited her potential to incite discord. Despite these bans, Owens continues to sell tickets for future speaking events in both countries. Her history of controversial statements has led to tensions with former allies and platforms, including a recent fallout with the Daily Wire.

via Forbes|

#australia #candace-owens #controversy