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US Judge Greenlights Rapid Deportation of Eight Migrants to South Sudan

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A U.S. judge has paved the way for the deportation of eight migrants back to South Sudan, a ruling that may lead to their imminent removal from the country. The decision comes as federal immigration authorities expedite the processing of cases involving non-citizens in the U.S. seeking asylum or refuge from troubled regions. The individuals facing deportation include families and individuals who had sought safety in the U.S., escaping violence and instability in their home country. Despite their claims of fear of persecution upon returning, the judge ruled that the government could proceed with removal, … Read more

Federal Judges Clear Path for Controversial Deportations to War-Torn South Sudan After Supreme Court Ruling

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A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has temporarily halted the deportation of eight immigrants to South Sudan, a country embroiled in civil conflict. However, his ruling was swiftly followed by another decision from a Boston judge, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with the removals the day after the Supreme Court approved their deportation. On July 4, District Judge Randolph Moss initially placed a temporary hold on the deportations while he considered an emergency appeal presented by the immigrants’ lawyers. During an afternoon session, Moss determined he lacked the jurisdiction to block the removals. He … Read more

Trump Administration Appeals to Supreme Court: Seeks Delay on Deportation Ruling to South Sudan

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The Trump administration has turned to the Supreme Court, seeking to pause a lower court’s ruling that impacts deportations of South Sudanese nationals. This appeal comes in the wake of a federal judge’s order aimed at preventing the deportation of individuals to South Sudan due to concerns over the safety and stability of the region. The administration’s argument centers on the legal authority of immigration enforcement and the need to uphold the integrity of U.S. immigration policies. Officials contend that halting deportations interferes with the government’s ability to manage immigration effectively. This legal maneuver reflects … Read more

Federal Court Ruling Forces U.S. to Uphold Migrant Custody Amid South Sudan Crisis

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A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has mandated the U.S. government to continue its custody of migrants who have been relocated to South Sudan. This ruling addresses the legal complexities surrounding the treatment of individuals facing potential removal from the country. The decision comes in the wake of growing concerns regarding the safety and legal rights of these migrants, many of whom have fled violence and instability in their home countries. The current administration is now tasked with upholding shelter for these individuals until further assessments can be made about their cases. During the court … Read more