June 5, 2026 – In a significant victory for immigrants, a federal judge in Rhode Island has vacated multiple Trump administration policies that had halted the processing of hundreds of thousands of immigration applications for nearly six months.

The court ordered U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to immediately resume processing green cards, work permits, asylum claims, naturalization applications, and other immigration benefits for nationals of approximately 40 countries.

What Happened?

Following an attack on National Guard members in late 2025, the Trump administration implemented broad policies that suspended adjudication of immigration benefits for citizens of 39 countries. This led to canceled naturalization ceremonies, expired work permits, and prolonged uncertainty for many legal immigrants.

U.S. District Judge John McConnell ruled that these policies were unlawful, emphasizing that immigrants who followed all legal requirements should not be punished based solely on their country of birth.

Who Benefits from This Ruling?

• Individuals waiting for Green Cards
• Asylum applicants
• Those awaiting naturalization (U.S. citizenship)
• People with soon-to-expire work permits
• Nationals from the affected 39 countries

Truong Law Firm, PLLC strongly recommends that anyone whose case was affected should contact us immediately for a case evaluation and to help expedite their pending applications.

FAQ – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. 1. Does this ruling take effect immediately? Yes. The court has ordered USCIS to resume processing applications nationwide without delay.
   2. Am I eligible to benefit from this decision? If you or your loved one is from one of the approximately 40 affected countries, your case is likely impacted and should now move forward.
   3. What should I do next? Check your case status on USCIS.gov and contact an experienced immigration attorney to review your case and prepare any necessary follow-up documents.
   4. Can the Trump administration appeal? Yes, an appeal is likely. However, the current ruling is in effect unless a higher court issues a stay.