Media: https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTcyYTQ4YTRmM211Y3h6bHl2M2IyNnRtOHBzczY2Nnc5cjUxcjlrbTBpdGNwczZjNCZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD1n/CjikVGd09VaU89hq0t/giphy.gifTitle: The Battle Over Asylum Seekers at the Southern Border Continues – A Judge’s Decision to Block Trump’s Ban
The ongoing debate over immigration policies in the United States has taken another turn with a federal judge blocking President Donald Trump’s policy that restricts migrants who cross the southern border from seeking asylum. In his 128-page order, U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss wrote that President Trump cannot “adopt an alternative immigration system,” stating that he has exceeded his legal authority as president. This decision comes after Trump declared in January that the situation at the southern border constitutes “an invasion of America” and suspended the ability of migrants to seek asylum through executive order.
The Supreme Court had previously limited judges’ power to block presidential executive orders on a nationwide basis, but Judge Moss argued that this case is one of the rare instances where injunctive relief is necessary. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the executive branch in preventing and deterring unlawful entry into the U.S., but emphasized that neither the Constitution nor the Immigration and Nationality Act grants the President with “the unilateral authority to limit the rights of aliens present in the United States to apply for asylum.”
In response to this ruling, Lee Gelernt from the ACLU stated that it is critical for those fleeing dangerous situations and reaffirms that the president cannot simply disregard laws passed by Congress. The decision has been granted a 14-day stay to allow the Trump administration time to appeal and prepare to implement the court’s order.
This ruling marks an important moment in the ongoing debate over immigration policies, as it highlights the limits of presidential power when it comes to altering existing laws. It also underscores the importance of upholding legal protections for those seeking refuge from dangerous situations in their home countries. As this issue continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor how both sides respond and adapt to these developments.
Source: [Original Article](https://abcnews.go.com/US/judge-blocks-trumps-asylum-ban-southern-border/story?id=123426618) #judge
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