On August 22, 2026, U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas issued a ruling against the Trump administration's suspension of visa issuance for immigrants from 75 countries. In her 61-page decision, Judge Vargas stated that the policy was 'contrary to law' and exceeded the legal authority of Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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Federal judge rules against visa ban affecting 75 countries
A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's visa ban affecting immigrants from 75 countries. The decision, made by U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas, stated that the policy was unlawful and exceeded the authority of the Secretary of State.
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