# Trump administration suffers double legal setback over immigration rules

https://mins.news/en/item/58643

- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-15 02:31 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/15/trump-administration-suffers-double-legal-setback-over-immigration-rules?traffic_source=rss

> A federal judge blocked proposed time limits on the stay of international students, exchange visitors and journalists, while Democratic-led states and local governments sued to stop a broader “public charge” rule that could affect green-card applicants. The lawsuits argue the administration exceeded its authority and unlawfully penalized immigrants for using non-cash benefits.

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