April 7, 2025: Immigration & Border Highlights
April 7, 2025: 11:00 p.m.:
April 7, 2025: Immigration & Border Highlights
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The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, allowed the Trump administration to resume deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act, provided individuals are given a “reasonable time” to challenge their removal in court.
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A U.S. appeals court upheld a federal judge’s order requiring the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, back to Maryland. The Trump administration’s appeal to block this order was denied.
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Duke University basketball star and top NBA draft prospect Khaman Maluach faces potential deportation following a new policy revoking visas for South Sudanese nationals due to their country’s refusal to accept repatriated citizens.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services completed the initial registration selection process for the fiscal year 2026 H-1B visa cap, notifying eligible petitioners of their selection.
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The Dominican Republic announced plans to enhance security along its border with Haiti, including extending the border wall and increasing migrant expulsions, in response to escalating violence in Haiti.