A federal judge temporarily blocked USCIS from cutting off work permits for many asylum seekers and TPS holders
A Boston federal judge paused parts of USCIS work-permit and asylum-fee policies until at least August 5, keeping many Temporary Protected Status holders and asylum seekers from immediately losing work authorization while the case continues. (sources: currently.att.yahoo.com, www.law360.com, news.bgov.com, democracyforward.org)
Judge Nathaniel Gorton has temporarily blocked policies that would revoke work authorization from tens of thousands of asylum seekers and TPS holders. The judge is expected to make a broader decision on the matter soon.
- The judge issued the temporary block on July 21.
- The order affects work permits for asylum seekers and TPS holders.
- A broader decision on the case is anticipated by August 5.
Why it matters
This ruling impacts the work authorization status of many immigrants, influencing their ability to support themselves and their families.
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