Monday, June 22–Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive asylum “metering” policy
The Supreme Court ruled that the government may turn away asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border before they physically enter the United States, potentially allowing the administration to revive limits on asylum processing at ports of entry.
Supreme Court lets Trump administration end TPS for Haitians and Syrians
The Court allowed the administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for more than 350,000 Haitians and about 6,100 Syrians, with broader implications for TPS litigation involving other nationalities.
Federal appeals court allows expanded expedited removal nationwide
A federal appeals court permitted the administration to move forward with broader expedited removal, allowing fast-track deportation of certain noncitizens arrested anywhere in the U.S. who cannot show two years of presence.
Federal judge blocks ICE arrests at immigration courthouses
A federal judge vacated policies expanding courthouse arrests and short-term detention, finding the agency actions arbitrary and capricious. The ruling reinstates tighter limits on courthouse arrests and short-term holding practices.
DHS proposes major increase in naturalization fees
DHS proposed increasing the N-400 paper filing fee from $760 to $1,330 and the online filing fee from $710 to $1,280. The proposal would also eliminate most naturalization fee waivers and reduced-fee options, while preserving exemptions for current and former service members.
Federal judge blocks use of revamped immigration database for voter-roll checks
A federal judge ruled that the administration acted unlawfully in creating and using a centralized citizenship-data system for voter-roll screening, blocking use of the revamped tool.
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit against Los Angeles sanctuary policy
A California federal court dismissed the administration’s challenge to Los Angeles’s ordinance limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, though the court allowed the government to amend its complaint.
Senator warns of possible fast-track removals of unaccompanied children
Sen. Ron Wyden warned that the administration may be planning to quickly remove more than 500 unaccompanied immigrant children. HHS denied the claim, but advocates raised concerns about due process and child-welfare protections.
Report highlights ICE’s expanding surveillance technology
A report covered by The Guardian says ICE and CBP surveillance contracts have grown sharply, including spending on facial recognition, drones, spyware, AI border towers, and data tools. Advocates warn of privacy and civil-rights concerns.
Arizona-related: Tucson DACA recipient faces deportation again
A Tucson DACA recipient, Karla Toledo, is reportedly back in removal proceedings after DHS reversed course on dismissal. Her attorney described the move as bad faith, making this especially relevant for Arizona immigration practitioners.
