Court backs TPS terminations
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Trump administration can end Temporary Protected Status designations for Haiti, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nepal. The decision overturns lower court injunctions that had blocked the terminations since 2018. TPS holders from these countries face losing protected status within 120 days unless Congress intervenes.
Asylum metering policy upheld
In a separate ruling, the court upheld the administration's policy of limiting asylum processing at ports of entry, effectively forcing migrants to wait in Mexico while their claims are reviewed. The policy had been challenged by immigrant rights groups who argued it violated US asylum law.
Political fallout and next steps
Democratic leaders condemned the rulings, with Senate Minority Leader calling them "a stain on the court's legacy." The administration's immigration policies have faced ongoing legal battles, and the decisions clear the way for expedited enforcement. Immigration advocacy groups said they would pursue legislative remedies.