State of Texas v. United States of America
What's at Stake
The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Texas moved to intervene in a Texas lawsuit that seeks to block the Biden administration’s 100-day moratorium on deportations.
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Summary
The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Texas moved to intervene in a Texas lawsuit that seeks to block the Biden administration’s 100-day moratorium on deportations.
The Biden administration announced the policy on Jan. 20, and the state of Texas immediately challenged it in court. The ACLU filed an amicus brief supporting the Biden administration, followed by the motion to intervene.
On Jan. 26, a court granted a temporary restraining order, temporarily blocking the Biden administration.
Legal Documents
Press Releases
ACLU Comment on Texas Ruling Blocking Biden Deportation Pause
ACLU and Texas Groups Oppose State’s Bid to Block Biden Deportation Moratorium Order
ACLU Comment on Judge Granting Temporary Restraining Order Halting Biden Administration’s Deportation Pause