Judge Blocks Trump's Controversial Asylum Ban

A federal judge has thwarted President Donald Trump's efforts to enforce an asylum ban at the U.S.-Mexico border, finding that the President overstepped his legal boundaries. The ruling by U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss determined that Trump's proclamation, which halted asylum claims from migrants crossing the southern border, was beyond his executive powers.

The decision marks a significant blow to Trump's immigration policies, which have been a central focus of his administration. The American Civil Liberties Union led the opposition, arguing that Trump's actions violated both U.S. laws and international treaties. The ruling follows a similar legal challenge against a related ban by former President Joe Biden that was partially blocked earlier this year.

Moss's decision affects a broad class of migrants affected by the ban, despite recent Supreme Court rulings limiting nationwide injunctions. While the Trump administration plans to appeal, ACLU attorneys are optimistic about maintaining protections for asylum seekers. This legal battle underscores the ongoing tension between the executive branch and the judiciary regarding immigration enforcement.

(With inputs from agencies.)