WASHINGTON — An appeals court on Friday blocked President Trump’s executive order suspending asylum access, a key pillar of the Republican president’s plan to crack down on migration at the southern border of the U.S.
A three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit found that immigration laws give people the right to apply for asylum at the border, and the president can’t circumvent that.
The panel concluded that the Immigration and Nationality Act doesn’t authorize the president to remove the plaintiffs under “procedures of his own making,” allow him to suspend plaintiffs’ right to apply for asylum or curtail procedures for adjudicating their anti-torture claims.
“The power by proclamation to temporarily suspend the entry of specified foreign individuals into the United States does not contain implicit authority to override the INA’s mandatory process to summarily remove foreign individuals,” wrote Judge J. Michelle Childs, who was nominated to the bench by Democratic President Biden.
The White House didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.
ACLU attorney Lee Gelernt said in a statement that the appellate ruling is “essential for those fleeing danger who have been denied even a hearing to present asylum claims under the Trump administration’s unlawful and inhumane executive order.”
Judge Justin Walker, a Trump nominee, wrote a partial dissent. He said the law gives immigrants protections against removal to countries where they would be persecuted, but the administration can issue broad denials of asylum applications.
Walker, however, agreed with the majority that the president cannot deport migrants to countries where they will be persecuted or strip them of mandatory procedures that protect against their removal.
Judge Cornelia Pillard, who was nominated by Democratic President Obama, also heard the case.
OLIVIA Attwood has confirmed she’s undergone a cosmetic procedure just weeks after splitting from husband Bradley and her new budding Pete Wicks romance.
The reality star and documentary maker posted a series of serene photos to her Instagram page, showcasing her latest cosmetic treatment.
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Olivia Attwood was smiling again on Saturday in a series of serene photos showcasing her latest cosmetic treatmentCredit: instagramThe former Love Islander looked fresh-faced in the pics, showcasing a glowing complexion and a plump smileCredit: instagram“I had some lip filler for the first time in 2 years and I can’t stop pouting,” she wrote alongside the snapsCredit: instagramOlivia has faced a tricky couple of months, revealing the end of her marriage to footballer husband Bradley DackCredit: instagram/oliviameetshermatch
The former Love Islander looked fresh-faced in the pics, showcasing a glowing complexion and a plump smile – as a result of having new lip fillers.
“I had some lip filler for the first time in 2 years and I can’t stop pouting,” she wrote alongside the snaps.
Olivia has faced a tricky couple of months, revealing the end of her marriage to footballer husband Bradley Dack.
As well as the scandal surrounding her ex’s fidelity, Olivia, 34, saw her marriage exposed as a sham and swirling rumours that she is now dating long-time pal Pete Wicks.
Yet her carousel of photos showed fans that she’s still thriving, not letting the whisperings get her down.
The star was indeed seen pouting across the array of images as she stepped out in different outfits attending various events.
In some, she was seen sporting a bottle green fur jacket over checked black slacks.
Others saw her in a limo and at a party with pals, donning a plain black sweater and skinny stonewash jeans.
She snapped further images in a chocolate mini-skirt and matching blazer, a tie around her neck, blonde mane swept back in a tight, conservative ponytail.
Other images showed pet dogs, shopping trips, a pair of new high heels and behind-the-scenes snaps on set.
In a final image, Olivia was filmed stood in a lift, pouting again for the camera, showcasing her style in a black leather cropped jacket, matching shorts and knee-high boots.
Fans were pleased to see Olivia enjoying herself amid the various scandals circling her in recent times.
“Dump the boy get the filler… the only way is up baby girl,” one commented under the snaps.
Another penned: “Love to see you smiling and laughing!”
The post also appeared to confirm that Olivia has custody of the dogs she shared with Bradley, with many fans picking up on this in the comments.
“Great substitute for a man, dogs are life savers and your girls are beautiful,” one penned.
Another wrote: “My main concern has been he better not take the dogs from Liv!”
Olivia admitted this week that she is finally feeling good about herself again amid the drama, and that she’s dating again, after being seen kissing Pete Wicks.
Opening up about the recent scandals, the ITV star admitted she “covered up” much of what was going on in her marriage and even arranged therapy for her footballer ex.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Olivia said: “I have stood by Brad for the last ten years during which he lied & cheated on me multiple times. The breakdown of our relationship is because of this.
“I of course now feel like a f***ing idiot (Especially as more things come to the surface).”
This was the first time she had publicly addressed why her marriage was over, but has also suffered backlash amid a fakery row involving her TV wedding.
The Sun revealed ITV‘s “golden girl” Olivia was never legally married, yet she has insisted that she is “not pulling the wool over anyone’s eyes”.
Meanwhile, a pal of Pete and Olivia recently confirmed: “They have been spending a lot of time together and an unexpected romance has blossomed from friendship.”
The star was indeed seen pouting across the array of images as she stepped out in different outfits attending various eventsCredit: instagramPete Wicks and Olivia have sparked dating rumours in recent weeksCredit: Instagram
