Judge blocks Trump's asylum policy; fight continues

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A federal judge blocked President Trump's policy to turn back asylum seekers at the border, ruling he lacked the authority to do so. The decision is a victory for asylum advocates. Judge Randolph Moss stayed his decision for two weeks, allowing the administration time to appeal the ruling. The Justice Department plans to fight the decision, and legal experts predict the case will likely reach the Supreme Court. Trump had declared an "invasion" and ordered the suspension of border crossings. The White House has touted its efforts to deter border crossings, while immigrant rights groups celebrated the ruling.


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