US Court Rejects Trump-Era Immigration Delays Affecting 39 Countries
A federal judge in Rhode Island ruled that several Trump-era immigration policies unlawfully delayed decisions on asylum, work permits, permanent residency, and citizenship applications. The court found these measures singled out applicants from 39 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Chief US District Judge John McConnell described the policies as discriminatory. He noted that many applicants met all legal requirements but still faced prolonged uncertainty solely because of their nationality. The judge also ruled that US Citizenship and Immigration Services lacked authority to impose nationality-based delays. Advocates representing the plaintiffs welcomed the decision, calling it a win for fairness and the rule of law. Background reports link the policies to a security incident in Washington, D.C., which prompted tighter immigration measures. Legal experts believe the ruling could shape future debates on executive power and immigration law in the US.
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