75-Country Immigrant Visa Freeze Ruled 'Patently Unlawful'

By Rae Ann Varona · August 21, 2026, 11:50 PM EDT

A New York federal judge on Friday struck down a U.S. Department of State policy that halted the issuance of visas to immigrants from 75 countries, finding the policy "patently unlawful"...

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Case Information

Case Title

Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. et al v. Rubio et al

Case Number

1:26-cv-00858

Court

New York Southern

Nature of Suit

Other Statutes: Administrative Procedures Act/Review or Appeal of Agency Decision

Date Filed

February 02, 2026