Federal judge vacates Trump policy that suspended processing of immigration visas from 75 countries
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A federal judge in New York has overturned a Trump-era policy that halted visa processing for nationals from 75 countries, including Afghanistan and Iran. U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled that the policy was unlawful and exceeded the authority of Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The judge emphasized that consular officers should have the exclusive power to determine visa eligibility based on specific criteria. The ruling was celebrated by advocacy groups, who argued that the policy unfairly separated families. This decision is part of a broader trend of courts challenging Trump's immigration policies, which have faced multiple legal setbacks.
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