Mamdani, Letitia James sue to block Trump admin from refusing immigrants over welfare status

Mahmood Mamdani and New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit to challenge a Trump administration policy that denies entry to immigrants based on their likelihood of using public benefits. The lawsuit was filed in federal court. The administration's policy requires immigration officers to evaluate whether prospective immigrants would become "public charges" and deny admission accordingly. James and Mamdani argue the policy violates federal law and the Constitution. The case is pending in court.

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