Texas court blocks enforcement of SB 4 immigration law

CNN March 27, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC

Summary: A federal appeals court in Texas has blocked the enforcement of the controversial SB 4 law, which allows state officials to arrest suspected illegal immigrants. The court's 2-1 decision cited concerns about the law's constitutionality and the federal government's jurisdiction over immigration. The law, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott, faces further legal challenges. The court will hear arguments on April 3. Biden administration and immigrant advocacy groups oppose the law.

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    Federal appeals court blocks Texas immigration law enforcement (The Associated Press)
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    5th Circuit blocks Texas SB4, impacting migrant detention/deportation (The Washington Post)
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