World · 22 August 2026

Federal judge blocks Trump immigrant visa ban affecting 75 nations

A federal judge ruled on Friday that the Trump administration's ban on immigrant visas for 75 countries was "contrary to law." Judge Jeannette Vargas found the policy was outside the authority of Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The prohibition had stopped permanent-residence visas for individuals joining family or accepting employment in the US.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 August 2026 at 14:26

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