- A New York federal judge struck down a Trump administration policy that suspended visa processing for citizens of 75 nations.
- U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled that Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his statutory authority in issuing the ban.
- The court determined the rule unlawfully bypassed consular officers, who possess statutory discretion over visa eligibility decisions.
- The lawsuit was filed by two non-profit organizations and 11 individuals impacted by the visa suspensions.
- Immigration advocates praised the decision as a critical victory for the rule of law and family reunification.
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