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The closing door: America's legal immigration freeze

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Publishing critical analysis of immigration restrictions

The 75-country immigrant visa freeze took effect January 21, 2026, as planned. Two weeks later, a coalition of civil rights groups sued in federal court, arguing the ban violates immigration law and the Constitution. The case, CLINIC v. Rubio, is pending on cross-motions for partial summary judgment with no injunction issued as of May 2026.

Updated May 23