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Federal court blocks Trump's Remain in Mexico border policy – live Federal court blocks Trump's Remain in Mexico border policy – live
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Panel ruled in 2-1 vote to hold Trump policy that forced nearly 60,000 people to be sent back since it took effectPanel ruled in 2-1 vote to hold Trump policy that forced nearly 60,000 people to be sent back since it took effect
Farage barrage
Nigel Farage, dubbed “the Godfather of Brexit” in the official CPAC programme, urged attendees of the conservative event to help Bernie Sanders win the Democratic nomination – and thus, in his view, guarantee a landslide victory for his “friend” Donald Trump in the November 2020 election.Farage, always a popular turn at CPAC, said of the recent British general election: “One of the things that made it easier for Boris [Johnson] was a man called Jeremy Corbyn. The British Labour party had been hijacked by hard left, unpatriotic socialism.”
US Democrats will suffer the same fate under democratic socialist Sanders, he suggested. “You should be backing Bernie Sanders. You should be campaigning for Bernie Sanders. You should be donating money to Bernie Sanders.”Farage, who waved a small Union flag on stage, added: “I think with Bernie, you won’t just get Trump. I think with Bernie, you can retake the House too.”The crowd at this year’s CPAC event, in Oxon Hill, Maryland, burst into chants of “USA! USA!”
Environmental gaslighting
Donald Trump’s environment chief, in a panel discussion at the high-profile Conservative Political Action Committee event near Washington, earlier today claimed that “our environment is cleaner today than it has ever been,” my colleague Emily Holden writes, from the CPAC event.
Andrew Wheeler, a former fossil fuel lobbyist, has led the administration’s rollbacks of dozens of environmental protections. Wheeler said the media doesn’t tell the story of a cleaner environment.
“You don’t hear that in most news organizations or the newspapers,” he said. Wheeler frequently cites the statistic that air pollution has declined 74% since 1970. But recent data has shown that after years of improvement, the air has gotten dirtier since 2016.
The Environmental Protection Agency administrator also defended his policy of considering only studies that have publicly-available data, which scientists have said will prevent the government from incorporating the findings of research that involves private health data.
Clean water
A Wisconsin court of appeals has overturned an order to purge more than 200,000 voters from rolls in this important swing state.A Wisconsin court of appeals has overturned an order to purge more than 200,000 voters from rolls in this important swing state.
The court had previously put on hold an order to immediately remove up to 209,000 names from the state’s voter registration rolls, handing Democrats who had fought the move a victory in the battleground state, my colleague Sam Levine wrote last month.The court had previously put on hold an order to immediately remove up to 209,000 names from the state’s voter registration rolls, handing Democrats who had fought the move a victory in the battleground state, my colleague Sam Levine wrote last month.
The appeals court had sided with the bipartisan state elections commission in putting the brakes on removing any voters while the court fight continues. It also put on hold a ruling from Monday in which a judge found the commission and its three Democratic members in contempt for not proceeding with removing the votersThe appeals court had sided with the bipartisan state elections commission in putting the brakes on removing any voters while the court fight continues. It also put on hold a ruling from Monday in which a judge found the commission and its three Democratic members in contempt for not proceeding with removing the voters
The orders came as the commission was meeting in a closed session with attorneys from the state justice department to discuss the case.The orders came as the commission was meeting in a closed session with attorneys from the state justice department to discuss the case.
A conservative law firm that brought the case, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, had wanted the purge to happen immediately, even though the elections commission raised concerns about the accuracy of data used to identify voters who would have their registrations deactivated.A conservative law firm that brought the case, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, had wanted the purge to happen immediately, even though the elections commission raised concerns about the accuracy of data used to identify voters who would have their registrations deactivated.
On Friday, the Hill writes, the order was overturned and would be:On Friday, the Hill writes, the order was overturned and would be:
“Violated due process”“Violated due process”
Judiciary committee chairman and New York Democrat Jerry Nadler (who this morning wrote to attorney general Bill Barr requesting congressional interview with key officials amid concerns over presidential interference in the justice system), has also responded on Twitter to the court ruling blocking Trump’s “Wait in Mexico” border policy.Judiciary committee chairman and New York Democrat Jerry Nadler (who this morning wrote to attorney general Bill Barr requesting congressional interview with key officials amid concerns over presidential interference in the justice system), has also responded on Twitter to the court ruling blocking Trump’s “Wait in Mexico” border policy.
“From day one, @HouseJudiciary has said the “Remain in Mexico” policy was illegal and violated due process, which is why we launched a comprehensive investigation into its origins. Proud to see the 9th Circuit put a halt to this fatally flawed program,” he said.“From day one, @HouseJudiciary has said the “Remain in Mexico” policy was illegal and violated due process, which is why we launched a comprehensive investigation into its origins. Proud to see the 9th Circuit put a halt to this fatally flawed program,” he said.
Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal said: “The courts agree the Trump admin’s remain in Mexico policy is cruel & inhumane. As a country we should not banish people fleeing persecution to continue to wait in unsafe uncertainty. A clear violation of the law.”Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal said: “The courts agree the Trump admin’s remain in Mexico policy is cruel & inhumane. As a country we should not banish people fleeing persecution to continue to wait in unsafe uncertainty. A clear violation of the law.”
And Texas congressman Filemon Vela said: “Though the 9th Circuit’s decision almost certainly will be appealed, for now it stops the policy nationwide. The Trump admin. had been declaring near-victory in stemming immigration just weeks ago, in part because of MPP’s success. We must #EndMPP for good.”And Texas congressman Filemon Vela said: “Though the 9th Circuit’s decision almost certainly will be appealed, for now it stops the policy nationwide. The Trump admin. had been declaring near-victory in stemming immigration just weeks ago, in part because of MPP’s success. We must #EndMPP for good.”
“Puts asylum seekers in danger”“Puts asylum seekers in danger”
Current presidential contender Elizabeth Warren has also weighed in on the hammering of Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” border policy.Current presidential contender Elizabeth Warren has also weighed in on the hammering of Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” border policy.
She tweeted that the news of this morning’s court ruling was excellent.She tweeted that the news of this morning’s court ruling was excellent.
“Donald Trump’s cruel “Remain in Mexico” policy put asylum seekers in danger. As president, I will reverse the Trump administration’s cruel immigration policies and ensure that asylum seekers are welcomed at our borders,” she said.“Donald Trump’s cruel “Remain in Mexico” policy put asylum seekers in danger. As president, I will reverse the Trump administration’s cruel immigration policies and ensure that asylum seekers are welcomed at our borders,” she said.
New Mexico Senator Tom Udall tweeted that the policy news was a relief.New Mexico Senator Tom Udall tweeted that the policy news was a relief.
“We cannot allow the Trump administration to continue punishing asylum seekers with its hateful and dangerous policies. Offering a place for those who need refuge is a bedrock part of what America is all about,” he said.“We cannot allow the Trump administration to continue punishing asylum seekers with its hateful and dangerous policies. Offering a place for those who need refuge is a bedrock part of what America is all about,” he said.
House foreign affairs committee chairman, Eliot Engel, called the policy heartless, in a tweet.House foreign affairs committee chairman, Eliot Engel, called the policy heartless, in a tweet.
“I applaud the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling. Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy is heartless for those seeking asylum in our country. The Administration continues to demonize people coming to our country, but they are on the wrong side of history,” he said.“I applaud the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling. Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy is heartless for those seeking asylum in our country. The Administration continues to demonize people coming to our country, but they are on the wrong side of history,” he said.
One of the impeachment managers in Trump’s recent Senate impeachment trial, congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, called the policy “inhumane” in her tweet, saying: “‘Remain in Mexico’ is inconsistent w/@DHSgov’s authority & inhumanely forces thousands to wait in dangerous conditions before their asylum claims are heard. It’s a harmful policy & I’m glad the court rejected it.”One of the impeachment managers in Trump’s recent Senate impeachment trial, congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, called the policy “inhumane” in her tweet, saying: “‘Remain in Mexico’ is inconsistent w/@DHSgov’s authority & inhumanely forces thousands to wait in dangerous conditions before their asylum claims are heard. It’s a harmful policy & I’m glad the court rejected it.”
“Heartless and unlawful”“Heartless and unlawful”
Reaction is still coming in to the news that a federal appeals judge in California has blocked the harsh Trump administration policy of forcing asylum seekers who cross the US-Mexico border to wait in Mexico for the duration of their immigration court cases.Reaction is still coming in to the news that a federal appeals judge in California has blocked the harsh Trump administration policy of forcing asylum seekers who cross the US-Mexico border to wait in Mexico for the duration of their immigration court cases.
New Jersey Senator and former 2020 presidential candidate Cory Booker just tweeted that: “Trump’s war on immigrants is an affront to our values and ideals. I’m glad that this heartless and unlawful policy is suspended. We must treat all people with dignity and respect. Period.”New Jersey Senator and former 2020 presidential candidate Cory Booker just tweeted that: “Trump’s war on immigrants is an affront to our values and ideals. I’m glad that this heartless and unlawful policy is suspended. We must treat all people with dignity and respect. Period.”
Biden still working for votes in SCBiden still working for votes in SC
My Washington colleague Joanie Greve reports from Columbia, South Carolina, that Biden is on the move:My Washington colleague Joanie Greve reports from Columbia, South Carolina, that Biden is on the move:
Joan will be back in her usual spot helming this blog tomorrow evening as we await the results of this nail-biting primary, but on location!Joan will be back in her usual spot helming this blog tomorrow evening as we await the results of this nail-biting primary, but on location!
About an hour from now, Donald Trump will emerge from the White House en route for North Charleston, South Carolina, where he will hold a rally tonight, in what has become a classic Trumpian move to troll his Democratic opponents just before the latest caucus or primary.About an hour from now, Donald Trump will emerge from the White House en route for North Charleston, South Carolina, where he will hold a rally tonight, in what has become a classic Trumpian move to troll his Democratic opponents just before the latest caucus or primary.
My colleague, Oliver Laughland, is in the state ahead of tomorrow’s primary and will be reporting from the rally tonight. He’s mentioned that voters in Trump’s base have been camping out all night to attend the rally.My colleague, Oliver Laughland, is in the state ahead of tomorrow’s primary and will be reporting from the rally tonight. He’s mentioned that voters in Trump’s base have been camping out all night to attend the rally.
More:More:
Gosh, meanwhile, another witness reported this:Gosh, meanwhile, another witness reported this:
Meanwhile, earlier today, as Olly reports, he spent some time with the family of Walter Scott, ahead of this very important primary.Meanwhile, earlier today, as Olly reports, he spent some time with the family of Walter Scott, ahead of this very important primary.
Olly writes:Olly writes:
Here’s the full report.Here’s the full report.
Trump statement on Afghanistan:Trump statement on Afghanistan:
Here’s the full statement:Here’s the full statement:
Nearly 19 years ago, American service members went to Afghanistan to root out the terrorists responsible for the 9/11 attacks.Nearly 19 years ago, American service members went to Afghanistan to root out the terrorists responsible for the 9/11 attacks.
In that time, we have made great progress in Afghanistan, but at great cost to our brave service members, to the American taxpayers, and to the people of Afghanistan.In that time, we have made great progress in Afghanistan, but at great cost to our brave service members, to the American taxpayers, and to the people of Afghanistan.
When I ran for office, I promised the American people I would begin to bring our troops home, and seek to end this war. We are making substantial progress on that promise.When I ran for office, I promised the American people I would begin to bring our troops home, and seek to end this war. We are making substantial progress on that promise.
Soon, at my direction, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will witness the signing of an agreement with representatives of the Taliban, while Secretary of Defense Mark Esper will issue a joint declaration with the government of Afghanistan.Soon, at my direction, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will witness the signing of an agreement with representatives of the Taliban, while Secretary of Defense Mark Esper will issue a joint declaration with the government of Afghanistan.
If the Taliban and the government of Afghanistan live up to these commitments, we will have a powerful path forward to end the war in Afghanistan and bring our troops home.If the Taliban and the government of Afghanistan live up to these commitments, we will have a powerful path forward to end the war in Afghanistan and bring our troops home.
These commitments represent an important step to a lasting peace in a new Afghanistan, free from Al Qaeda, ISIS, and any other terrorist group that would seek to bring us harm.These commitments represent an important step to a lasting peace in a new Afghanistan, free from Al Qaeda, ISIS, and any other terrorist group that would seek to bring us harm.
Ultimately it will be up to the people of Afghanistan to work out their future. We, therefore, urge the Afghan people to seize this opportunity for peace and a new future for their country.Ultimately it will be up to the people of Afghanistan to work out their future. We, therefore, urge the Afghan people to seize this opportunity for peace and a new future for their country.
I thank the hundreds of thousands of American warriors who have proudly served in Afghanistan.I thank the hundreds of thousands of American warriors who have proudly served in Afghanistan.
We have killed or captured many ISIS and Al Qaeda terrorists. We honor your service and the sacrifices you and your families have made for the American people.We have killed or captured many ISIS and Al Qaeda terrorists. We honor your service and the sacrifices you and your families have made for the American people.
These agreements are a result of the strenuous efforts of those who fought so hard in Afghanistan for the United States of America.These agreements are a result of the strenuous efforts of those who fought so hard in Afghanistan for the United States of America.
With some more detail, here the Associated Press:With some more detail, here the Associated Press:
Trump said he’s dispatching the nation’s top diplomat to sign an agreement with the Afghan Taliban aimed at beginning a draw down of thousands of US troops and ending America’s 18-year involvement in the war.Trump said he’s dispatching the nation’s top diplomat to sign an agreement with the Afghan Taliban aimed at beginning a draw down of thousands of US troops and ending America’s 18-year involvement in the war.
Trump said Secretary of State Mike Pompeo would soon, at his direction, witness the signing of an agreement with the Taliban, an event that will see him stand with leaders of militants, who harbored al-Qaida before the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the US and are responsible for the deaths of thousands of American servicemen and women.Trump said Secretary of State Mike Pompeo would soon, at his direction, witness the signing of an agreement with the Taliban, an event that will see him stand with leaders of militants, who harbored al-Qaida before the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the US and are responsible for the deaths of thousands of American servicemen and women.
He said defense secretary Mark Esper also will issue a joint declaration with the government of Afghanistan.He said defense secretary Mark Esper also will issue a joint declaration with the government of Afghanistan.
Trump did not say where the deal would be signed, but it’s been previously reported that it would occur on Saturday in Doha, Qatar.Trump did not say where the deal would be signed, but it’s been previously reported that it would occur on Saturday in Doha, Qatar.
Signing the deal comes after a week in which both US-led forces and the Taliban committed to a reduction in violence.Signing the deal comes after a week in which both US-led forces and the Taliban committed to a reduction in violence.
Under the plan being signed, the US is to reduce the number of troops in Afghanistan to 8,600 from about 13,000.Under the plan being signed, the US is to reduce the number of troops in Afghanistan to 8,600 from about 13,000.
Donald Trump has just issued a statement from the White House. The key paragraph says this:Donald Trump has just issued a statement from the White House. The key paragraph says this:
Schumer slams Mulvaney over coronavirus rubbishSchumer slams Mulvaney over coronavirus rubbish
Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York, has fired back at acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney over remarks the Republican made this morning about the coronavirus outbreak, where he blamed concerns as nothing more than a “hoax” by Dems to sway the election and accused the media of stoking fears.Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York, has fired back at acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney over remarks the Republican made this morning about the coronavirus outbreak, where he blamed concerns as nothing more than a “hoax” by Dems to sway the election and accused the media of stoking fears.
This bearing in mind other countries are closing schools, canceling public events and the US government’s own health advisers have warned of impending disruption to American life as the illness inevitably spreads. You can follow our coronavirus global live blog here.This bearing in mind other countries are closing schools, canceling public events and the US government’s own health advisers have warned of impending disruption to American life as the illness inevitably spreads. You can follow our coronavirus global live blog here.
“For Mick Mulvaney to suggest that Americans turn off their TVs and bury their heads in the sand when they’re worried about a global health pandemic is Orwellian, counterproductive, dangerous, and would be repeating China’s mistake,” Schumer just tweeted.“For Mick Mulvaney to suggest that Americans turn off their TVs and bury their heads in the sand when they’re worried about a global health pandemic is Orwellian, counterproductive, dangerous, and would be repeating China’s mistake,” Schumer just tweeted.
Oh and the Fed said it might drop interest rates to calm market jitters.Oh and the Fed said it might drop interest rates to calm market jitters.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has told the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) today that Donald Trump’s administration has been forced to “correct” the wishful thinking mistakes of its predecessors.“No policy built on fantasy has worked,” he told attendees. “It’s what we’ve had to correct in our time.”Past administrations were proud of past agreements, such as the Iran nuclear deal or Paris climate accords, he said, and enjoyed attending signing ceremonies.“The point is changing behaviour, not signing documents,” Pompeo continued. “President Trump’s a smart business leader. We changed course. We got better deals for each and every one of you.”The secretary sent a defiant message to critics who said US-Mexico border security could never be strengthened or trade deals could never be renegotiated. Both have been achieved, he claimed.Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has told the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) today that Donald Trump’s administration has been forced to “correct” the wishful thinking mistakes of its predecessors.“No policy built on fantasy has worked,” he told attendees. “It’s what we’ve had to correct in our time.”Past administrations were proud of past agreements, such as the Iran nuclear deal or Paris climate accords, he said, and enjoyed attending signing ceremonies.“The point is changing behaviour, not signing documents,” Pompeo continued. “President Trump’s a smart business leader. We changed course. We got better deals for each and every one of you.”The secretary sent a defiant message to critics who said US-Mexico border security could never be strengthened or trade deals could never be renegotiated. Both have been achieved, he claimed.
“They said taking out Qassem Suleimani would lead to world war three and it’s actually made our world far safer,” Pompeo added.“They said taking out Qassem Suleimani would lead to world war three and it’s actually made our world far safer,” Pompeo added.
“They said moving our embassy to Jerusalem would set the Middle East alight and that didn’t happen. Our plan represents the best chance for peace in decades.”“They said moving our embassy to Jerusalem would set the Middle East alight and that didn’t happen. Our plan represents the best chance for peace in decades.”
It’s been a busy morning in US politics and there is plenty more drama to come. Reaction is still emerging to the latest breaking news story that a court has blocked Donald Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” border policy.It’s been a busy morning in US politics and there is plenty more drama to come. Reaction is still emerging to the latest breaking news story that a court has blocked Donald Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” border policy.
Later this afternoon, the president is due to leave the White House just after 4pm ET to head for the chopper and then Air Force One to fly to a rally in...Charlesteon, South Carolina, tonight - a classic Trump catfish move the night before the Democratic primary there.Later this afternoon, the president is due to leave the White House just after 4pm ET to head for the chopper and then Air Force One to fly to a rally in...Charlesteon, South Carolina, tonight - a classic Trump catfish move the night before the Democratic primary there.
Here’s what’s happened so far today:Here’s what’s happened so far today:
A federal appeals judge in California late this morning blocked the Trump policy of forcing asylum seekers crossing the border from Mexico into the US to go back to Mexico and stay there for the duration of their immigration court cases in America (which can take an eternity to process).A federal appeals judge in California late this morning blocked the Trump policy of forcing asylum seekers crossing the border from Mexico into the US to go back to Mexico and stay there for the duration of their immigration court cases in America (which can take an eternity to process).
Acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney called concerns about the coronavirus outbreak a hoax engineered by Democrats and stoked by the media. He was speaking at the CPAC event. Our dedicated coronavirus live blog is here).Acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney called concerns about the coronavirus outbreak a hoax engineered by Democrats and stoked by the media. He was speaking at the CPAC event. Our dedicated coronavirus live blog is here).
Virginia Democratic Senator Tim Kaine endorsed Joe Biden this morning, a valuable boost for the struggling presidential candidate ahead of Super Tuesday next week. Meanwhile, Biden admitted he was never arrested in South Africa while trying to visit Nelson Mandela in prison.Virginia Democratic Senator Tim Kaine endorsed Joe Biden this morning, a valuable boost for the struggling presidential candidate ahead of Super Tuesday next week. Meanwhile, Biden admitted he was never arrested in South Africa while trying to visit Nelson Mandela in prison.
And the biggest news of the morning was that Congress wrote to attorney general Bill Barr and wants to question Department of Justice officials, including the prosecutors from the Roger Stone case, over concerns of presidential political interference in the justice process.And the biggest news of the morning was that Congress wrote to attorney general Bill Barr and wants to question Department of Justice officials, including the prosecutors from the Roger Stone case, over concerns of presidential political interference in the justice process.
“This policy is flatly illegal”“This policy is flatly illegal”
Harvard law professor Larry Tribe has this reaction to the news that a court has blocked Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy that sends asylum seekers crossing into the US back across the border to Mexico, where they find themselves waiting for months and months in often squalid and dangerous conditions for their court hearings in America.Harvard law professor Larry Tribe has this reaction to the news that a court has blocked Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy that sends asylum seekers crossing into the US back across the border to Mexico, where they find themselves waiting for months and months in often squalid and dangerous conditions for their court hearings in America.
Responding to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit’s ruling, upholding the preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration’s so-called “Remain in Mexico” policy, under which the U government forcibly returns asylum-seekers to Mexico indefinitely while they ask for asylum in the US, Amnesty International USA’s advocacy director for the Americas, Charanya Krishnaswami, said:Responding to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit’s ruling, upholding the preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration’s so-called “Remain in Mexico” policy, under which the U government forcibly returns asylum-seekers to Mexico indefinitely while they ask for asylum in the US, Amnesty International USA’s advocacy director for the Americas, Charanya Krishnaswami, said:
“This policy was never designed to work; it was designed solely to deter people from exercising their right to seek asylum.“This policy was never designed to work; it was designed solely to deter people from exercising their right to seek asylum.
“Now that the Ninth Circuit has halted this unconscionable policy, the tens of thousands of asylum-seekers already subjected to it must immediately be given the chance to make their asylum claims from within the United States - a chance they should have all along.“Now that the Ninth Circuit has halted this unconscionable policy, the tens of thousands of asylum-seekers already subjected to it must immediately be given the chance to make their asylum claims from within the United States - a chance they should have all along.
“Rather than appealing this decision, the U.S. government should instead seek to reverse the harm this policy has wrought upon people seeking safety and restore its commitment to the right to seek asylum at the US border.”“Rather than appealing this decision, the U.S. government should instead seek to reverse the harm this policy has wrought upon people seeking safety and restore its commitment to the right to seek asylum at the US border.”
Reaction is coming in to the news that a federal appeals court has immediately blocked the Trump administration’s policy that forces asylum seeking migrants crossing the US-Mexico border to return to Mexico and remain there indefinitely while their asylum applications are processed in the United States, which can drag on indefinitely.Reaction is coming in to the news that a federal appeals court has immediately blocked the Trump administration’s policy that forces asylum seeking migrants crossing the US-Mexico border to return to Mexico and remain there indefinitely while their asylum applications are processed in the United States, which can drag on indefinitely.
The American Civil Liberties Union, the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies, and Southern Poverty Law Center are challenging the policy and presented arguments in October 2019 to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.The American Civil Liberties Union, the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies, and Southern Poverty Law Center are challenging the policy and presented arguments in October 2019 to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
The groups won a preliminary injunction in April, and in May the Ninth Circuit temporarily allowed the policy to take effect as the government appealed the injunction.The groups won a preliminary injunction in April, and in May the Ninth Circuit temporarily allowed the policy to take effect as the government appealed the injunction.
ACLU attorney Judy Rabinovitz, who argued the appeal, said this afternoon:ACLU attorney Judy Rabinovitz, who argued the appeal, said this afternoon:
“The court forcefully rejected the Trump administration’s assertion that it could strand asylum seekers in Mexico and subject them to grave danger. It’s time for the administration to follow the law and stop putting asylum seekers in harm’s way.”“The court forcefully rejected the Trump administration’s assertion that it could strand asylum seekers in Mexico and subject them to grave danger. It’s time for the administration to follow the law and stop putting asylum seekers in harm’s way.”
The case, Innovation Law Lab v. Wolf, was brought on behalf of 11 individual asylum seekers who were forced to return to Mexico to wait, and organizational plaintiffs Innovation Law Lab, the Central American Resource Center of Northern California, Centro Legal de la Raza, the University of San Francisco School of Law Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic, Al Otro Lado, and the Tahirih Justice Center.The case, Innovation Law Lab v. Wolf, was brought on behalf of 11 individual asylum seekers who were forced to return to Mexico to wait, and organizational plaintiffs Innovation Law Lab, the Central American Resource Center of Northern California, Centro Legal de la Raza, the University of San Francisco School of Law Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic, Al Otro Lado, and the Tahirih Justice Center.