Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 5, 2026 —

Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump-Era Immigration Policy

A federal judge in Boston has overturned a Trump-era immigration policy that had stalled decisions on applications for asylum, work permits, green cards, and citizenship for immigrants from 39 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The policy was administered by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

The judge described the policy as arbitrary, capricious, and unlawful, noting that it had placed numerous immigrant lives in a state of legal uncertainty. The ruling also indicated that USCIS had disregarded existing law and operated based on anti-immigrant sentiments rather than legitimate national security considerations.

This judicial decision affects all ongoing USCIS cases originating from the designated countries, extending beyond the specific plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit. Observers view the ruling as a significant step towards preserving legal immigration processes and ensuring accountability within the system.

Story summarized from the original created by Kevin Boulandier on wsvn.com, see more information here.

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