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133 Students Challenge Trump’s Visa Cancellations in Georgia

4/17/2025

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Students Fight Visa Cancellations

A federal lawsuit in Georgia is shaking up the immigration landscape, as 133 international students fight back against the Trump administration's abrupt cancellation of visas for over 500 peers. They demand the reinstatement of their legal status, while immigration lawyers raise alarms over wrongful deportation notices, underscoring the urgent need for fair treatment in these turbulent times.

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Judge Dismisses MS-13 Case

A federal judge in Virginia has dismissed the criminal case against alleged MS-13 leader Henrry Josue Villatoro Santos, paving the way for his deportation to El Salvador. His lawyer fears Santos may face imprisonment without the opportunity to challenge his removal, shedding light on troubling due process issues in deportation under the Trump administration's policies.

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Ozturk's Detention Challenge

A federal judge in Vermont is weighing jurisdiction in the case of Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish Tufts University student detained under controversial circumstances. Her lawyers claim her detention infringes on her constitutional rights, tied to her op-ed challenging university policies. This case adds to the growing scrutiny of the Trump administration's deportation practices and the lack of due process for students.

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Historical Context

Recent lawsuits in Georgia, Virginia, and Vermont highlight ongoing challenges for international students under U.S. immigration policies. Historically, post-9/11 reforms tightened visa regulations, leading to increased scrutiny and deportations. The abrupt visa cancellations echo earlier controversies, such as the 2020 ICE rule change that threatened online students, revealing a persistent struggle for fair treatment and due process in immigration.

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Students Fight Visa Cancellations

A federal lawsuit in Georgia is shaking up the immigration landscape, as 133 international students fight back against the Trump administration's abrupt cancellation of visas for over 500 peers. They demand the reinstatement of their legal status, while immigration lawyers raise alarms over wrongful deportation notices, underscoring the urgent need for fair treatment in these turbulent times.

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