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• Federal judge rules trans people can update gender markers on passports — A federal judge in Boston, Julia Kobick, issued a preliminary injunction allowing transgender and intersex individuals to update their gender markers on U.S. passports, countering an executive order from the Trump administration. This order had mandated that passports conform to the sex assigned at birth. The injunction expands a previous order that applied to six individuals, now extending the right to all trans citizens without a valid passport or those needing to renew or change their passport details. The ruling challenges the constitutionality of the executive order, which the Trump administration defended as not violating equal protection guarantees.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — Orr v. Trump (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-10313 — Judge Kobick granted the class certification and preliminary injunction.
• Federal Judge Blocks Passport ID Ban — A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from prohibiting trans or nonbinary individuals from using an "X" gender marker on passports. This ruling protects the rights of transgender and nonbinary people to accurate identification.

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• Trump Card Residency Program Announced — Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced a waitlist for a $5 million "Trump Card" that offers permanent residency in the U.S. The program's launch date remains unclear, raising questions about its implementation and fairness.

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• Appeal filed — American Association of University Professors v. United States Department of Justice (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-02429 — Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil dismissed the case. That day, the Plaintiffs appealed to the Second Circuit.
• Appeal filed — Boyle v. Trump (D. Md.) 8:25-cv-01628 — Defendants appealed Judge Maddox's summary judgment order to the Fourth Circuit.
• Case update — American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO v. Goldstein (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-03072 — Plaintiffs filed their second amended complaint .
• Case update — Carter v. Department of Education (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00744 — The court stayed the case pending the status of appeals in State of New York v. McMahon , Civil Action No. 25-10601 (D. Mass.) and Somerville Public Schools v. Trump , Civil Action No. 25-10677 (D. Mass.).
• Case update — City of Chicago v. United States Department of Homeland Security (N.D. Ill.) 1:25-cv-05462 — Plaintiffs filed an amended complaint , adding Boston, Denver, San Francisco, and Seattle as plaintiffs. The amended filing described each city's reliance on the Securing the Cities program and the harms from DHS's freeze on 2025 reimbursements and failure to release approved 2024 funds, shifted emphasis from primarily APA claims to a stronger Appropriations Clause theory challenging DHS's withholding of congressionally allocated funds, and stressed the need to restore funding before major events requiring heightened security, including political conventions and national holidays.
• Case update — City of New York v. Trump et al. (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-01510 — Plaintiff filed their second amended complaint (redline here ).
• Case update — J.G.G. v. Trump (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00766 — Plaintiffs/Appellees filed their opposition in the D.C. Circuit to the Defendants'/Appellants' emergency motion seeking a stay of Judge Boasberg's June 4 order pending appeal.
• Case update — Northern Alaska Environmental Center v. Trump (D. Alaska) 3:25-cv-00038 — Plaintiffs filed an amended complaint , which added the Conservation Law Foundation as a plaintiff.
• Motion granted — Democracy Forward Foundation v. Department of Education (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00940 — DOE answered Plaintiff's complaint, arguing that Plaintiff failed to state a claim for which relief can be granted, that the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction to grant relief authorized under FOIA, and that Plaintiff is not entitled to compel the release of records properly withheld under FOIA exclusions or exemptions, among other defenses.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — Schiff v. U.S. Office of Personnel Management (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-10595 — Defendants filed a motion to dismiss , arguing that Plaintiffs' claims are moot in light of Defendants' compliance with the preliminary injunction order issued on May 23.
• House Judiciary Report on Trump Pardons — Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee released a report estimating that Trump's pardons have cost taxpayers over $1.3 billion in fines and restitution. The report highlights the financial impact of presidential pardons.
• R Kelly's Lawyers File Court Documents Alleging Overdose in Prison — Lawyers for R Kelly have filed new court documents alleging that the singer, who is serving a prison sentence for sex trafficking, was rushed to the hospital after overdosing on medication provided by prison staff. The filing claims that Kelly was placed in solitary confinement on June 10 and given medication with instructions to take it, leading to an overdose on June 13. The documents also allege a plot by Bureau of Prisons officials to have Kelly killed by another inmate, prompting a request for his release to home detention, which federal prosecutors have opposed.
• Case update — Project on Government Oversight, Inc. v. Trump (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00527 — Defendants filed an unopposed motion before Judge Boasberg seeking clarification or, alternatively, a stay of further proceedings. They argued that under 28 U.S.C. § 2243, no responsive pleading (return) is due in habeas proceedings until the court issues a writ or show-cause order, and that the preliminary-injunction briefing had already served that function. In the alternative, they requested that any requirement to file a return or dispositive motion be stayed until after the D.C. Circuit resolves the appeal of the June 4 order.
• Motion granted — Northern Alaska Environmental Center v. Trump (D. Alaska) 3:25-cv-00038 — Defendants moved to dismiss the complaint or stay proceedings in the alternative.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — Harris County Texas v. Robert F Kennedy Jr (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-01275 — The court granted State of Alaska's motion to intervene . Judge Sharon Gleason ordered that the State of Alaska be admitted into the case as an intervenor-defendant.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — Project on Government Oversight, Inc. v. Trump (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00527 — Judge Christopher Cooper issued a memorandum opinion that granted in part and denied in part Plaintiffs' motion for a preliminary injunction. Judge Cooper granted relief to some of the grants held by four local-government plaintiffs (Harris County, Texas; Columbus, Ohio; Davidson County and Nashville, Tennessee; and Kansas City, Missouri) and decided against granting relief to all terminated grants nationwide. Defendants are enjoined from enforcing or otherwise giving effect to the March 2025 terminations of grants issued directly or indirectly to these four plaintiffs under the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020, the CARES Act, and the CRRSAA.
• Temporary restraining order ruling — Association of American Universities v. Department of Defense (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-11740 — Judge James E. Boasberg denied Plaintiff's preliminary injunction motion. In the supporting memorandum , Judge Boasberg noted Plaintiff failed to show a likelihood of irreparable harm absent a preliminary injunction.
• Temporary restraining order ruling — National Job Corps Association v. Department of Labor (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-04641 — The Court granted Plaintiffs' motion for a temporary restraining order, prohibiting the DOD from enforcing the Rate Cap Policy.
• Case update — Association for Education Finance and Policy Inc. v. McMahon (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00999 — Judge Carter extended the temporary restraining order through June 25.
• Case update — CREW v. DOGE (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00511 — Plaintiffs filed an amended complaint . In this amended complaint, plaintiffs removed their ultra vires and Impoundment Act claims. Plaintiffs also added counts specifying the IES terminations and their associated alleged APA violation.
• Case update — Democracy Forward Foundation v. U.S. Department of the Treasury (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00684 — CREW filed a motion for summary disposition with the D.C. Circuit following the Supreme Court's Jun. 6 order.
• Complaint filed — EA T-B v. Bostock — Democracy Forward and the Department of the Treasury filed a joint status report to note the identification of 5,807 potentially responsive documents and the parties' efforts to further narrow Plaintiff's FOIA request to alleviate processing burdens and allow for a more expeditious processing of documents.
• Motion denied — Democracy Forward Foundation v. U.S. Department of Justice (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-01535 — Defendants/Appellants filed their reply in support of their emergency motion in the D.C. Circuit to stay Judge Boasberg's June 4 order pending appeal.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — San Francisco Unified School District v. AmeriCorps, a.k.a. the Corporation for National and Community Service (N.D. Cal.) 3:25 — A complaint was filed in the Western District of Washington under the case caption EA T-B v. Bostock, docket number 2:25-cv-01192. The case involves legal challenges related to actions taken by the Trump administration. Further details about the case are forthcoming.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — W.J.C.C. v. Trump (W.D. Pa.) 3:25-cv-00153 — DOJ, DHS, and State Department (Agency Defendants) answered Plaintiff's complaint. The Agency Defendants admitted they received the FOIA requests but denied improperly withholding records from Plaintiff under FOIA.
• Summary judgment ruling — Grundmann v. Trump et al . (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00425 — The court granted Plaintiffs' motion for a preliminary injunction, thereby enjoining Defendants from imposing and enforcing new conditions on Plaintiffs' AmeriCorps grants during the pendency of the lawsuit.
• Temporary restraining order ruling — Dvortsin as Next Friend of Hayam El Gamal et al., Petitioner, v. Noem (W.D. Tex.) 5:25-cv-00664 — Judge Stephanie Haines restated her holding in A.S.R. v. Trump , No. 3:25-cv-00113, that the presidential proclamation is a valid exercise of the AEA. Judge Haines, however, granted a preliminary injunction in favor of W.J.C.C., rejecting the government's claim that it could apply shortened notice akin to expedited removal procedures. The court held that the petitioner was entitled to: “(1) twenty-one (21) days' notice and an "opportunity to be heard," (2) notice that clearly articulates the fact that he is subject to removal under the Proclamation and the AEA, (3) notice in English and Spanish, the language of the one sought to be expelled, and if needed, Spanish-to-English interpreters shall be provided for any necessary hearings, and (4) notice of all of the foregoing to his counsel.” The court denied the petitioner's request for a preliminary injunction that would have barred the government from transferring him out of the district.
• Federal Appeals Court Rejects DOJ Representation for Trump — The D.C. Circuit issued an administrative stay of Judge Sparkle's March 12 order granting Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment .
• Federal Judge Blocks Education Department Firings — Judge Orlando Garcia granted a motion to extend the previous temporary restraining order blocking the removal of the family from the district or the United States.
• Federal Judge Blocks EPA Grant Cancellations — A federal appeals court rejected President Trump's request to have Justice Department lawyers represent him in his appeal of E. Jean Carroll's defamation case. The decision maintains the separation between personal and official legal matters.
• Case update — ACLU v. United States Social Security Administration (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-01217 — A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from executing mass firings at the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights. The decision prevents potential disruptions to civil rights enforcement.
• Stay pending appeal decided — Newsom v. Trump (N.D. Cal.) 3:25-cv-04870 — A federal judge blocked the EPA's cancellation of $600 million in environmental justice grants issued during the Biden administration. The ruling protects funding for underserved communities.
• Federal Judge Blocks Transportation Grant Conditions — Defendant Agencies answered Plaintiff's complaint. These agencies admitted that they failed to respond to Plaintiff's FOIA request, but provided several defenses to Plaintiff's action, including alleging Plaintiff is not entitled to compel the production of records under FOIA, the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction over Plaintiff's requests, and that they did not improperly withhold the records Plaintiff requested under FOIA.
• Appeal filed — Mahmoud Khalil v. William P. Joyce et al. (D.N.J.) 2:25-cv-01963 — The Ninth Circuit granted the federal government a stay pending appeal .
• Motion denied — Darwin Antonio Arevalo Millan v. Trump (C.D. Cal.) 5:25-cv-01207 — A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from tying federal transportation grant funding to immigration enforcement cooperation. The ruling protects states' rights to manage their own policies.
• Motion granted — J.G.G. v. Trump (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00766 — Judge Farbiarz ordered Mahmoud Khalil, who is currently detained by federal immigration authorities in Louisiana, be released from custody. On that same day, the government appealed Judge Farbiarz's June 11 order granting a preliminary injunction to the Third Circuit. Note: Mahmoud Khalil submitted a notice of claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act, seeking $20 million in damages from the administration for his detention. The notice alleges that Khalil's arrest and prolonged confinement were the result of discriminatory intent by Secretary Rubio, and that his treatment-including prolonged solitary confinement and denial of medical care-constituted multiple tortious acts by federal officers.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — American Federation of Government Employees, et al. v. Office of Personnel Management et al (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-01237 — Judge Holcomb denied petitioners' ex parte application for a writ of habeas corpus, noting petitioner's detention remains permissible under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) because of the government's intention to appeal the grant of relief in petitioner's removal proceedings (since petitioners can remain in custody pending such appeals).
• Preliminary injunction ruling — American Foreign Service Association v. Trump (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-01030 — Judge Boasberg granted the Defendants unopposed motion for clarification, confirming that the Defendants does not need to take further action in the district court until the D.C. Circuit issues its mandate in the appeal of his June 4 order.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — American Oversight v. Hegseth (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00883 — In connection with the June 9 preliminary injunction order, Judge Cote ordered OPM to file a report within two weeks describing the procedures put in place since March 6, to ensure adherence to the requirements of the Privacy Act with respect to new grant of access permissions by OPM to records containing Plaintiffs' personally identifiable information (PII). Judge Cote also ordered OPM to file a report within four weeks concerning OPM's grant of access permissions to any records containing Plaintiffs' PII made to DOGE personnel.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — Open Technology Fund v. Kari Lake (D.D.C.) 1:25-cv-00840 — The D.C. Circuit en banc stayed the preliminary injunction order pending appeal.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — President and Fellows of Harvard College v. Department of Homeland Security (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-11472 — Judge Boasberg granted in part and denied in part the Plaintiff's motion for a preliminary injunction, granting a narrower relief by requiring that Defendants perform their mandatory notification and referral obligations, as explained in its accompanying memorandum opinion .
• Stay motion decided — State of New York v. United States Department of Education (S.D.N.Y.) 1:25-cv-02990 — Judge Royce Lamberth granted Plaintiff's preliminary injunction motion, thereby enjoining Defendants from withholding congressionally appropriated funds under the grant agreement for Fiscal Year 2024 between USAGM and OTF.
• Summary judgment ruling — Association of American Universities v. National Science Foundation (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-11231 — Judge Burroughs issued a preliminary injunction barring that administration from banning Harvard from participating in the State Department's Student and Visitor Exchange Program.
• Federal Judge Blocks Harvard Student Ban — The Second Circuit denied Defendants' motion to stay the district court's order, finding DOE's actions likely arbitrary and capricious under the APA-without any particularized assessment and insufficiently attentive to reliance interests-and concluding that a stay would substantially injure the plaintiff States.
• Federal Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil — The court granted Plaintiffs' motion for summary judgment. Implementation of the 15% Indirect Cost Rate is vacated and declared invalid, arbitrary and capricious, and contrary to law. The court further ordered that within 72 hours of entry of this order, Defendants provide written notice of the order to all funding recipients affected by the 15% Indirect Cost Rate.
• — A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from prohibiting Harvard University from admitting international students. The ruling prevents the implementation of a plan to remove the school from the Student and Visitor Exchange Program.
• — A federal judge ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil from ICE detention on bail, citing concerns that his detention was used as punishment for his activism. Khalil is a Palestinian green card holder involved in student protests.

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• Trump Administration Transfers Medicaid Data to DHS — The Trump administration transferred personal data, including immigration status, of millions of Medicaid enrollees to the Department of Homeland Security. This data sharing facilitates ICE's mass deportation efforts and raises privacy concerns.

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• ICE arrests immigrants for pro-Palestine speech — The Trump administration has targeted immigrants for their pro-Palestine speech, resulting in arrests by ICE. Individuals such as Mahmoud Khalil, a legal permanent resident, were detained for participating in protests or expressing support for Palestine. These actions highlight the administration's use of immigration enforcement to suppress political speech.
• USCIS to surveil immigrants' social media for "antisemitic activity" — USCIS announced it would begin monitoring immigrants' social media for "antisemitic activity," potentially affecting visa applications. This policy, based on executive orders, could result in the revocation of visas for pro-Palestine statements, raising concerns about free speech and privacy.
• State Department revokes visas of students involved in pro-Palestine protests — The State Department has revoked the visas of at least 800 international students, many of whom participated in pro-Palestine protests. This action, partially blocked by a federal judge, reflects the administration's efforts to suppress dissent by targeting foreign students involved in political activism.
• Judge rules Trump administration cannot detain Mahmoud Khalil as a foreign policy threat — A federal judge, Michael E. Farbiarz, ruled that the Trump administration can no longer detain Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and Palestinian activist, on claims that he is a threat to US foreign policy. The ruling, which will take effect on Friday, allows time for an appellate review. Khalil, who has not been charged with a crime, was detained in March after being deemed a threat by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. However, the judge noted that Khalil could still be held for allegedly inaccurately filling out his green card application.
• Case update — Mahmoud Khalil v. William P. Joyce et al. (D.N.J.) 2:25-cv-01963 — Judge Farbiarz blocked the Trump administration from deporting pro-Palestinian Columbia University protest organizer Mahmoud Khalil, ruling that the government's effort to deport Khalil by arguing his presence would “have serious adverse foreign policy consequences” chills Khalil's First Amdendment Rights.

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• Trump Administration Ramps Up Deportations and Surveillance of Immigrants — The Trump administration has intensified deportation efforts and increased surveillance of immigrants in New York City. The use of electronic monitoring devices, such as GPS ankle bracelets, has expanded under the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) programs Alternatives to Detention (ATD) and Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP). These measures have led to heightened fear and anxiety among immigrants, many of whom are asylum seekers without criminal convictions. The administration's actions have also resulted in increased police presence and digital surveillance, affecting entire neighborhoods and causing a decline in local business activity.

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• ICE raids conducted in Los Angeles — On Friday, the Department of Homeland Security conducted coordinated raids across multiple locations in Los Angeles, resulting in the arrest of at least 45 individuals without warrants. The raids, which targeted places such as Home Depot stores and a clothing manufacturer, were met with protests from the community and condemnation from California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass. The raids are part of a series of high-profile immigration enforcement actions under orders from the Trump administration, drawing criticism for their impact on immigrant communities and families.
• DHS conducts immigration raids in Los Angeles — Masked officials from the Department of Homeland Security conducted immigration raids in Los Angeles, resulting in the arrest of David Huerta, president of the Service Employees International Union California. The union condemned the raids, calling for an end to such actions that disrupt communities and harm working people.
• Criticism of Federal Immigration Enforcement Tactics — Federal immigration enforcement tactics in Los Angeles, including raids and the use of military-style force, have been criticized by civil rights groups and local officials. The tactics have been described as excessive and harmful to immigrant communities, raising concerns about the impact on civil liberties and community trust.
• Federal Agents Use Force in Los Angeles Raid — Federal agents in military-style tactical gear used flash-bang grenades during a raid on a clothing wholesaler in Los Angeles. The operation was part of a series of raids by ICE in the area, targeting stores, restaurants, and a Home Depot where day laborers gather. The show of force included agents in helmets and camouflage, arriving in armored trucks and unmarked vehicles, and was met by immigrant activists and supporters. The agents carried riot shields and weapons, including less-than-lethal ammunition.
• ICE Raids and Protests in Los Angeles — ICE conducted raids in Los Angeles, targeting stores, restaurants, and a Home Depot where day laborers gather. The raids were met with protests from immigrant activists and supporters. The use of force by federal agents, including flash-bang grenades and military-style tactics, has drawn criticism from civil rights groups and local officials.
• Criticism of Federal Immigration Crackdown in LA — As federal agents prepared for an immigration crackdown in Los Angeles, the operation faced criticism for its aggressive approach. The presence of TV personality Dr. Phil and his camera crew during the raids highlighted the controversial nature of the enforcement actions. Critics argue that the crackdown exacerbates tensions and undermines community trust in law enforcement.
• Federal crackdown on immigration in Los Angeles. — Federal officials launched a new phase of immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, focusing on workplaces in the garment district. This operation involved agents in tactical gear confronting protesters, leading to clashes and arrests.
• Federal Agents Conduct Immigration Raids Without Judicial Warrants — Federal agents carried out immigration raids in Los Angeles without judicial warrants, leading to clashes with protesters. The actions included detaining families in federal buildings and denying them access to legal representation.
• Federal raids on immigrants in Los Angeles — Federal agents conducted immigration raids at workplaces across Los Angeles, targeting undocumented immigrants. These actions have sparked protests in the city, which is home to a large immigrant population. The raids are part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to increase deportations, with a new quota demanding 3,000 arrests per day. The presence of multiple federal agencies, including ICE, FBI SWAT teams, and US Marshals, has been noted, with reports of paramilitary tactics being used. The raids have led to fear and decreased activity in immigrant neighborhoods.
• Arrests of 118 immigrants during ICE raids — During recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, 118 immigrants were arrested, with claims from the Department of Homeland Security that many were criminals. However, local advocates have disputed these claims, stating that the arrests were not based on judicial warrants and lacked credible evidence. This incident has sparked outrage within the community and has led to increased protests against the federal government's immigration policies.
• Federal immigration raids across California — Federal immigration authorities, under the Trump administration, have conducted sweeping raids across California, targeting homes, workplaces, and public spaces such as churches and car washes. These actions are part of a broader immigration crackdown, with reports of arrests in various locations, including Los Angeles and its suburbs. The raids have sparked fear and disruption in communities, particularly among Latino populations. California's governor, Gavin Newsom, has criticized the federal actions as illegal and unconstitutional, while local leaders have expressed concern over the impact on community safety and cohesion.

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• Trump administration imposes travel ban affecting veterans' translators — The Trump administration has imposed a travel ban on visitors from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, where many US veterans served alongside translators who risked their lives for the US. This decision, made shortly after Trump took office in January, includes a pause on the US refugee admissions program, putting the safety of these translators in doubt. Veterans and advocates have criticized the move, highlighting the danger it poses to individuals who supported US military efforts abroad.

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• Trump signs order banning citizens of 12 countries from entering the US — On June 5, 2025, Donald Trump signed an executive order implementing a travel ban that fully restricts nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Sudan, from entering the United States. The order also partially restricts travel from seven other countries. This move revives and expands upon travel bans from Trump's first term, citing national security and counter-terrorism as justifications. Critics argue that the ban discriminates based on ethnicity and could lead to family separations, particularly affecting communities with large immigrant populations from the banned countries.
• Trump signs new travel ban proclamation — On Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to fully or partially restrict foreign nationals from 19 countries from entering the United States. This new travel ban, which will take effect on June 9, includes exemptions for certain groups such as green-card holders and athletes. The policy is expected to face legal challenges and is criticized for potentially separating families and affecting those fleeing humanitarian crises. The ban follows an executive order from January 20, which instructed the administration to prepare a list of countries for the ban.

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• Trump signs proclamation to restrict foreign student visas at Harvard — On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to restrict foreign student visas at Harvard University. The order suspends the entry of foreign nationals seeking to study or participate in exchange programs at Harvard for six months, citing national security concerns. The proclamation also directs the State Department to consider revoking visas of current Harvard students who meet the criteria. This move is part of the administration's ongoing conflict with Harvard, which has included freezing grants and threatening to end its tax-exempt status.

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• Supreme Court agrees to consider challenge on birthright citizenship — The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to consider a challenge against lower courts' powers to issue nationwide injunctions on Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship, which is guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. This decision to hear the case has raised concerns about the potential undermining of constitutionally protected rights, as it could lend credibility to the administration's controversial stance on citizenship.

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• Supreme Court allows end of immigration paroles — The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end immigration paroles for about 500,000 people from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, making them undocumented and subject to deportation during ongoing litigation.
• Supreme Court Ends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans — The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end immigration paroles for about 500,000 individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, making them undocumented and subject to deportation during ongoing litigation.
• — The US Supreme Court has decided to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans, affecting approximately 25,000 individuals in North Carolina alone. This decision will require these individuals to navigate new legal challenges and potential deportation. The ruling is part of broader immigration policy changes under the current administration, which are being met with resistance from immigrant communities and advocacy groups.

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• Supreme Court Allows Revocation of Temporary Protected Status for Migrants — On May 30, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to revoke the temporary protected status (TPS) of hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan, Cuban, Haitian, and Nicaraguan migrants. This decision reverses a previous order by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani, which had halted the administration's move to end humanitarian parole protections. The ruling potentially exposes many migrants to expedited removal from the U.S. while the case continues in lower courts. The decision was met with dissent from Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor, who highlighted the severe consequences for affected migrants.
• Motion granted — Svitlana Doe v. Noem (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-10495 — The Supreme Court allowed the administration to temporarily end the humanitarian parole program that granted provisional legal status to over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV), enabling them to live and work in the U.S. while their immigration cases were pending. This decision overrules the Massachusetts district court's order that had previously blocked the administration's effort.
• Supreme Court Grants Stay in Noem v. Doe — On May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court granted the federal government's request for a stay in the case of Noem v. Doe. This decision allows the Trump administration to proceed with terminating several special parole programs that permitted approximately 500,000 individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to remain legally in the United States. The stay was granted in a 7-2 decision, with Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor dissenting. The case originated from a challenge to the Department of Homeland Security's policy changes filed in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
• Supreme Court Grants Trump Administration Request on Immigration Program — The Supreme Court granted a Trump administration request for emergency relief, allowing the termination of a program that permitted over 500,000 Cubans, Nicaraguans, Haitians, and Venezuelans to temporarily live and work in the U.S. while a legal challenge continues.

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• Supreme Court Allows Revocation of Temporary Protected Status for Migrants — On May 30, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to revoke the temporary protected status (TPS) of hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan, Cuban, Haitian, and Nicaraguan migrants. This decision reverses a previous order by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani, which had halted the administration's move to end humanitarian parole protections. The ruling potentially exposes many migrants to expedited removal from the U.S. while the case continues in lower courts. The decision was met with dissent from Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor, who highlighted the severe consequences for affected migrants.
• Motion granted — Svitlana Doe v. Noem (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-10495 — The Supreme Court allowed the administration to temporarily end the humanitarian parole program that granted provisional legal status to over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV), enabling them to live and work in the U.S. while their immigration cases were pending. This decision overrules the Massachusetts district court's order that had previously blocked the administration's effort.
• Supreme Court Grants Stay in Noem v. Doe — On May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court granted the federal government's request for a stay in the case of Noem v. Doe. This decision allows the Trump administration to proceed with terminating several special parole programs that permitted approximately 500,000 individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to remain legally in the United States. The stay was granted in a 7-2 decision, with Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor dissenting. The case originated from a challenge to the Department of Homeland Security's policy changes filed in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
• Supreme Court Grants Trump Administration Request on Immigration Program — The Supreme Court granted a Trump administration request for emergency relief, allowing the termination of a program that permitted over 500,000 Cubans, Nicaraguans, Haitians, and Venezuelans to temporarily live and work in the U.S. while a legal challenge continues.

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• State Department Plans to Create 'Office of Remigration' — The U.S. State Department, under Secretary Marco Rubio, has notified Congress of a plan to establish an "Office of Remigration" as part of a restructuring effort to support former President Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies. This new office would repurpose the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration to focus on deporting immigrants, involving "repatriation tracking" and facilitating the "voluntary return of migrants." The plan includes eliminating or consolidating over 300 offices and reducing the workforce by more than 3,400 employees, excluding consular and law enforcement roles.

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• Trump administration pauses foreign student visa interviews — The Trump administration ordered U.S. embassies and consulates to pause scheduling new interviews for foreign student visa applicants, potentially slowing down the visa processing system.
• Trump administration halts student visa interviews at US embassies — The Trump administration has issued a directive to US embassies worldwide to stop scheduling visa interviews for foreign students. This move is part of a broader plan to implement comprehensive social media screening for all international applicants. The directive, communicated via a state department cable, instructs consular sections to pause adding any additional student or exchange visitor visa appointment capacity until further guidance is provided. This action could significantly delay visa processing and impact universities that depend on foreign students for revenue.
• Trump Administration Pauses Visa Interviews for Foreign Students — The Trump administration has paused all visa interviews for foreign students seeking to study in the United States. This measure is intended to allow time to establish a procedure for vetting prospective students' social media accounts. The pause effectively halts the application process for new international students, impacting their ability to study in the U.S. The administration's actions are part of a broader strategy to limit foreign student enrollment, which includes previous attempts to restrict international students at institutions like Harvard University.

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• US Citizen Detained by Immigration Officials — Leonardo Garcia Venegas, a US-born citizen, was detained by immigration officials in Foley, Alabama, during an operation targeting undocumented workers. While filming the arrests of his co-workers, officials dismissed his Real ID as fake, wrestled him to the ground, and cuffed him. Despite providing his social security number to verify his citizenship, he was detained for hours. The Department of Homeland Security stated that Garcia Venegas was arrested for allegedly interfering with law enforcement duties. The incident highlights the Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement measures, which have inadvertently affected US citizens.

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• DHS Secretary Kristi Noem revokes Harvard's Foreign Exchange Student Program — DHS Secretary Kristi Noem sent a letter to Harvard University revoking their Foreign Exchange Student Program effective immediately, preventing the enrollment of additional foreign students and requiring current students to transfer or leave the country. This action follows Harvard's failure to comply with reporting requirements requested by Noem. Legal challenges are expected in federal court in Boston.
• Trump Administration Revokes Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students — The Trump administration revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll international students, citing alleged anti-American activities. This decision affects thousands of students and raises concerns about academic freedom and international education.

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• US Supreme Court allows Trump to revoke protected status for Venezuelans — The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration's request to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Venezuelans. This decision allows the administration to proceed with plans to end legal protections that shield these individuals from deportation, despite an ongoing appeal in a lower court. The ruling follows a previous decision by a federal judge in California to temporarily block the administration's efforts, citing concerns of racism. The Supreme Court's order was unsigned, with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting.
• Motion granted — National TPS Alliance et al. v. Noem (N.D. Cal.) 3:25-cv-01766 — The Supreme Court granted the stay for the government.
• Supreme Court Grants Stay in Noem v. National TPS Alliance — The Supreme Court granted an emergency application from the federal government to stay a lower court's order in the case of Noem v. National TPS Alliance. This decision temporarily halts the enforcement of a ruling by Judge Edward Chen, which had paused the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for individuals from Venezuela and Haiti. The stay allows the Department of Homeland Security, led by Secretary Kristi Noem, to proceed with ending the TPS designation while the case is under appeal. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented from the decision.
• Supreme Court Approves Termination of TPS for Venezuelans — The Supreme Court approved an emergency appeal from the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for approximately 350,000 Venezuelans, paving the way for their potential deportation. This decision affects the legal status and future of many immigrants.
• Supreme Court grants stay in Noem v. Nat. TPS Alliance — The Supreme Court granted a stay on the March 31, 2025 order from the United States District Court for the Northern District of California in the case Noem, Sec., DHS, et al. v. Nat. TPS Alliance, et al. This stay is pending the outcome of an appeal in the Ninth Circuit and any potential petition for a writ of certiorari. If certiorari is denied, the stay will automatically terminate. If granted, the stay will end upon the Supreme Court's judgment. The order does not affect challenges to Secretary Noem's February 3, 2025 vacatur notice regarding certain immigration documents.
• Venezuelan immigrants express betrayal over TPS revocation — Venezuelan immigrants who previously supported Trump expressed feelings of betrayal after the revocation of their Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which now subjects them to potential deportation.

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• DHS ends temporary protected status for Afghan nationals — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the termination of temporary protected status for Afghan nationals living in the US, effective July 12, claiming improvements in Afghanistan's security and economic situation.

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• Reality show concept for immigrants proposed — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has been in discussions about creating a reality show where immigrants compete in cultural contests for expedited citizenship applications. This proposal has been criticized as a trivialization of the immigration process.
• DHS proposes reality show for immigrants — The Department of Homeland Security is in talks to create a reality television show featuring immigrants competing for potential US citizenship, a proposal that has drawn criticism for its ethical implications.

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• Trump offers refugee status to South African white farmers — A group of 59 white South Africans were offered refugee status in the US by Trump, despite his administration's suspension of refugee resettlement programs. This exception has drawn criticism and raised questions about the criteria for refugee status.
• Trump fast-tracks admission of white South African refugees — The Trump administration has expedited the admission process for white South African refugees fleeing racial discrimination in their home country. This decision reflects a broader policy focus on protecting white individuals facing persecution abroad.

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• Republicans attempt to pass significant budget bill — Republicans in Congress attempted to advance a budget measure dubbed “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” which aimed to extend Trump’s tax cuts at a projected cost of $4.6 trillion over ten years while raising the debt ceiling by $4 trillion. The bill faced opposition and ultimately failed to advance out of the House Budget Committee.
• House Budget Committee passes bill in late-night session — The House Budget Committee passed a budget bill after a late-night session, with some members who previously voted 'No' changing their votes to 'Present.' The bill is set to face further scrutiny in the Rules Committee.
• Republicans criticized for scheduling votes at odd hours — Several Democratic representatives criticized Republicans for scheduling votes on significant legislation during late-night hours, suggesting a lack of transparency and public engagement in the legislative process.
• House Committee Advances Trump’s Tax Cut Bill — On May 18, 2025, a key House committee passed a tax cut and border security package, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, after reaching an agreement with far-right Republicans who had previously stalled its progress. The bill, which aims to extend tax breaks from Trump's first term and increase spending on border security, faces challenges in the full House due to potential opposition from moderates concerned about cuts to climate incentives and healthcare programs. The bill's passage is crucial for Republicans, who need to unite their party to pass it before the Memorial Day deadline.
• House Budget Committee Passes Controversial Bill — The House Budget Committee passed a bill referred to as the “Big, Beautiful Bill” on a party-line vote, with 17 Republicans in favor and 16 Democrats against. The bill includes cuts to Medicaid and extends tax cuts for the wealthy, which the Congressional Budget Office estimates will significantly increase the federal deficit. House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated minor modifications would be made, while critics argue the bill is being rushed through Congress without adequate scrutiny.
• House Republicans schedule procedural vote on Trump's bill — House Republicans have scheduled a procedural vote for 1am on Wednesday to advance President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which aims to enact his taxation and immigration priorities. The bill includes making permanent or extending tax cuts, ending taxation of tips and overtime, funding a border wall, and mass deportations. It proposes slashing federal safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP to offset costs, which has caused division among Republicans. The bill's passage is crucial for Trump, but it faces opposition from some lawmakers concerned about its impact on Medicaid and the SALT deduction.
• House Rules Committee to Consider Omnibus Bill — The House Rules Committee is scheduled to meet on May 21, 2025, to discuss a 1,116-page omnibus bill proposed by Republicans that aims to implement significant parts of former President Trump's agenda, including cuts to Medicaid and increased logging on public lands. The bill is being advanced through a budget reconciliation process, which allows it to pass with only Republican votes in the Senate. However, there is notable division among Republicans regarding the proposed Medicaid cuts, which are unpopular among constituents.
• House passes Budget Reconciliation Bill — The House of Representatives passed the Budget Reconciliation Bill by a narrow margin of 215-214, with two Republicans voting against it and one voting present. The bill's passage is significant as it will now move to the Senate, where Republican opposition is anticipated.
• Congressional Republicans pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — Congressional Republicans narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with a 215-214 vote. The bill aims to permanently extend tax cuts from Trump's first term and introduce new deductions for working-class families, but these benefits will expire in 2028. The bill also includes cuts to social safety net programs, potentially affecting millions of poor and disabled Americans. The legislation is expected to add $3.4 trillion to the deficit by 2034. It now moves to the US Senate for further consideration under the budget reconciliation procedure, which limits Democratic influence.
• House Passes Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act — The House of Representatives, controlled by Republicans, passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" act, which enacts President Donald Trump's taxation and spending priorities. The bill includes making permanent the tax cuts from Trump's first term, increasing the standard deduction, and introducing new tax write-offs. It also allocates significant funds for mass deportations and border wall construction, imposes new fees on immigrants seeking asylum, and restricts federal courts from enforcing certain contempt citations. Additionally, it cuts funding for Medicaid and SNAP, phases out green energy incentives, and raises the debt ceiling by $4 trillion. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate.
• House Passes Trump's Tax Bill — On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives narrowly passed a tax bill championed by Donald Trump, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This legislation aims to make permanent the tax cuts established in 2017, which primarily benefit wealthy Americans and corporations. The bill also includes cuts to government assistance programs like Medicaid and SNAP, and ends clean energy tax credits. The bill is expected to cost the federal government $4.6 trillion in lost revenue over the next decade, while saving $1 trillion through reduced spending on assistance programs.
• House passes Trump's tax-and-spend bill — On May 22, the House of Representatives narrowly passed a tax-and-spend bill, which extends Trump's 2017 tax cuts and makes significant spending reductions, particularly in Medicaid and food assistance programs. The bill passed without any Democratic support and has been criticized for potentially increasing the national debt by $2.4 trillion over the next decade. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) analysis indicates that the bill would leave 10.9 million more Americans uninsured by 2034. The bill now moves to the Senate, where modifications are expected.
• House passes Trump’s sweeping tax-cut bill — The House of Representatives passed a major tax-cut bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which aligns with Donald Trump's tax and spending priorities. The bill, passed by a narrow margin of 215-214, includes provisions for tax cuts for individuals and corporations, funding for a border wall, and new work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP. It is expected to add $2.3 trillion to the deficit. The bill now moves to the Senate, where Republicans aim to pass it by July 4th.
• House Committee Advances Bill with Steeper Medicaid Cuts — After extensive debate, the House Rules Committee agreed to advance The One Big, Beautiful Bill, which includes steeper cuts to Medicaid to gain support from far-right Republicans. These cuts are expected to leave at least 9 million people without healthcare coverage, reflecting a significant shift in healthcare policy.
• House of Representatives passes Republicans' megabill — The House of Representatives passed a significant bill by a vote of 215 to 214, with all Democrats and two Republicans voting against it. The bill includes substantial cuts to healthcare and nutrition assistance, with the Congressional Budget Office estimating that it will result in over 2.7 million households losing benefits. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.
• House Rules Committee Begins Hearing on The One Big, Beautiful Bill — The House Rules Committee commenced a hearing on a budget bill dubbed The One Big, Beautiful Bill, which includes significant restrictions on federal courts' authority to hold government officials in contempt for violating court orders. This bill also proposes a $3.8 trillion extension of tax cuts from 2017, primarily benefiting the wealthy and corporations, while cutting federal healthcare and food assistance programs, potentially leaving millions without coverage. The committee moved the bill forward after 22 hours of debate, aiming for a swift vote in the House.
• House Republicans Pass Bill Cutting Medicaid and Medicare — In a late-night session, House Republicans passed a bill that could remove 8 million people from Medicaid, cut Medicare spending, and add $4 trillion to the national debt. The bill also includes tax cuts for the wealthy and funds for the border wall.
• Congressional Budget Office Reports on Impact of Proposed Bill — The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) reported that the proposed budget bill will add $2.3 trillion to the federal deficit over the next ten years and will trigger cuts to Medicare due to the Pay-As-You-Go law. These cuts, limited by law to 4%, are expected to total approximately $490 billion from 2027 through 2034. The CBO's findings highlight the bill's potential negative impact on low-income Americans and the healthcare system.
• Proposed Cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — The proposed budget bill includes cuts of about 30% to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which would be the largest cut in the program's history. This reduction is projected to cut approximately $300 billion from the program through 2034, affecting over 40 million people, including children and seniors.
• House passes Trump’s budget bill with significant cuts — The House of Representatives passed a budget bill that extends tax cuts for individuals and corporations while implementing funding cuts and new work requirements for Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These changes are expected to bar millions from receiving essential benefits, raising concerns among affected workers and advocates. The bill also includes funding for a border wall and facilities for mass deportations.

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• Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case — The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a significant case challenging former President Trump's executive order aimed at deporting children born in the U.S. to immigrant parents. The case has drawn attention due to its potential impact on the interpretation of birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The arguments reportedly did not favor the Trump administration, with even conservative justices posing challenging questions. The outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications for immigration policy and constitutional interpretation.
• Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump's birthright citizenship executive order — On January 21, 2025, Donald Trump signed an executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. without at least one parent being a legal permanent resident or U.S. citizen. The order was immediately challenged and blocked by lower courts as unconstitutional. The case has now reached the U.S. Supreme Court as an emergency case, with the administration seeking to allow the restrictions to take partial effect. The Supreme Court's decision could have significant implications for the interpretation of the 14th Amendment and the future of birthright citizenship in the U.S.
• Supreme Court hears cases on Trump's birthright citizenship executive order — On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments regarding former President Donald Trump's executive order issued in January, which seeks to deny U.S. citizenship to children born on American soil if their parents are not citizens or permanent residents. The order challenges the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States. The administration is also contesting the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions against presidential orders. The Supreme Court's decision could impact the scope of presidential power and the role of federal courts in checking executive actions.
• Supreme Court to Hear Birthright Citizenship Case — The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a consolidated case challenging an executive order signed by Donald Trump that seeks to end birthright citizenship. The case involves multiple plaintiffs, including Monica, a Venezuelan asylum seeker, and two immigration advocacy groups, Asap and Casa. The executive order, which was signed shortly after Trump took office, has sparked significant legal and public debate. The outcome of the case will determine whether children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents will be granted citizenship, impacting many immigrant families.

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• Shutdown of CBP One App for Migrant Appointments — In January, the Trump administration shut down the CBP One app, which previously allowed migrants to schedule appointments with immigration officials. This move has effectively closed a legal pathway for asylum seekers to enter the United States, leaving many in limbo and increasing the risk of illegal crossings. The shutdown has been part of a broader crackdown on immigration, contributing to a tense atmosphere at the US-Mexico border and complicating the work of non-profits assisting migrants.