Judge rules Trump visa ban for 75 countries illegal

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The U.S. stopped issuing visas to citizens of 75 countries, citing that they were likely to need public assistance. A judge ruled the policy illegally discriminated on the basis of nationality.

WHO: A judge

WHAT: A judge ruled the Trump administration’s policy stopping visas for citizens of 75 countries was illegal for discriminating by nationality.

WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Cause not yet established.

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Judge strikes down Trump 75-country visa ban · Aug 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Judge blocks Trump’s 75-country visa ban · Aug 22, 2026 at 12:18 AM ET

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