The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that federal border officials don't need "clear and convincing evidence" of a crime involving "moral turpitude" to treat returning Green Card holders as applicants for readmission, making deportations easier. The decision stems from the case of Muk Choi Lau.
The US Supreme Court issued multiple rulings empowering the Trump administration to end humanitarian protections for Haitians and Syrians, block asylum seekers at the US-Mexico border, and grant broad discretion for deporting green card holders.
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3, siding with the Trump administration, that allegations of criminal wrongdoing are sufficient for border agents to place green card holders on immigration parole, impacting due process for migrants with legal status.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that returning green card holders can be treated as "applicants for admission," making them vulnerable to detention and removal based on unproven criminal allegations, a decision criticized as giving the government a "massive blank check."
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has implemented a new policy preventing green card holders from accessing its loan programs, a move that disqualifies lawful permanent residents like entrepreneur Sayuri Tsuchitani. This change, criticized by business advisors and lawmakers, aims to prioritize U.S. citizens for taxpayer-funded support, despite historical data showing immigrants' significant role in business creation and job growth.
The US Department of Homeland Security has identified at least 50 Green Card holders for deportation through a new unit called the Tactical Operations Division. These individuals are suspected of crimes, fraud, or ties to organizations illicitly obtaining technology for Iran's IRGC. USCIS states those without such issues need not worry.
