The federal appeals court recently sided with the Trump administration, allowing them to halt refugee processing. This decision enables the government to block refugees from entering the U.S., except for those already approved before Trump took office.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an emergency block against a lower court’s injunction that had previously stopped Trump’s executive order on refugee entry.
The judges, including Barry G. Silverman, Bridget S. Bade, and Ana de Alba, made it clear that the injunction still applies to refugees approved before January 20.
They referred to the Supreme Court’s 2018 ruling, which supported Trump’s travel ban, emphasizing the president’s broad authority under federal law.
This authority allows the president to impose entry restrictions beyond those specified in the Immigration and Nationality Act.
The current proceedings are not yet concluded, as the judges mentioned that the briefing schedule continues. The State Department chose not to comment on this matter, and the plaintiffs’ lawyer was unavailable for remarks.
Refugees must meet specific criteria, such as facing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, social group, or political opinion, to qualify for entry.
In fiscal year 2023, approximately 60,000 refugees were admitted into the U.S., according to available data. Judge Jamal Whitehead had earlier denied a request to stay his injunction while the appeal was ongoing.
He also updated his order, instructing the Trump administration to reinstate refugee resettlement contracts that were previously terminated.
The government has chosen to appeal this updated injunction. Secretary of State Marco Rubio terminated these contracts, aligning with Trump’s order, as they no longer reflected agency priorities. The State Department suspended refugee entry, following the administration’s directive.
Groups affected by the terminations and suspensions have taken legal action against the government. Congress had established a systematic process for refugee admission back in 1980 through an amendment to the Immigration and Nationality Act. Trump’s order, however, suggested that the U.S. lacks the capacity to absorb large numbers of immigrants.
The order emphasized admitting only those refugees who can assimilate well into American society. Trump mandated a pause on refugee entry until the program could be reviewed and deemed beneficial for the U.S.
This decision reflects a focus on safeguarding taxpayer resources for American citizens and ensuring effective integration of newcomers.
A report came out that 33% of Federal District Court Judges are foreign born and Obama started appointing them during his term in office. You’ve gotta be kidding me.!!
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia — one of the most influential courts in the nation — is under fire for becoming a breeding ground for judicial activism and questionable qualifications. Critics are alarmed by a disturbing trend: five of its judges were born outside the United States, raising serious concerns about whether individuals with foreign ties and limited judicial experience should be making crucial decisions on national security and immigration.
This powerful district court, which holds the authority to decide on high-stakes cases affecting every American, consists of 15 main judges. Shockingly, a significant number of them lack prior judicial experience, yet they hold the power to shape the nation’s future. Many of these appointments were made by Democratic presidents, reflecting an agenda that prioritizes diversity and identity politics over proven qualifications and dedication to American legal principles.
Beth Brelje of The Federalist recently sounded the alarm, questioning the wisdom of entrusting such vital decisions to judges who may lack a deep-rooted understanding of American traditions and values. Conservatives are rightfully worried that this approach could undermine the judiciary’s integrity, leaving the nation vulnerable to legal interpretations that conflict with constitutional principles.
The shift toward appointing foreign-born judges with little to no judicial background began during Barack Obama’s presidency. In 2014, Obama nominated Judge Tanya Chutkan, originally from Kingston, Jamaica, to the district court. Despite her complete lack of prior judicial experience, Chutkan was given significant authority. Her controversial orders — such as demanding that Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) disclose sensitive plans — have sparked outrage among conservatives, who argue that such decisions jeopardize national interests.
Obama’s reckless approach did not stop there. He also appointed Judge Amit P. Mehta, born in Patan, Gujarat, India, to the court. Mehta had no judicial experience before his nomination, yet he now oversees four of the politically charged January 6 cases. This blatant disregard for qualifications over political loyalty has raised eyebrows across the country.
Building on Obama’s questionable legacy, President Joe Biden has further eroded the integrity of the D.C. District Court by appointing three more foreign-born judges. In 2021, Biden nominated Judge Ana Cecilia Reyes, who hails from Montevideo, Uruguay. Despite her lack of judicial experience, she was hailed as the first openly LGBT Latina on the court, highlighting the administration’s obsession with identity politics rather than judicial merit.
Reyes has shown a willingness to impose progressive policies, having openly opposed Trump’s executive order on “gender dysphoria” and military readiness. Her decisions reflect a willingness to put ideological agendas ahead of constitutional duties, sparking intense criticism from conservative circles.
Another concerning appointment by Biden is Judge Amir Hatem Mahdy Ali, born in Canada to Egyptian parents. Ali became a U.S. citizen just six years before his appointment and holds a background in software engineering rather than law. His nomination not only lacks merit but also raises concerns about his ability to truly understand and defend American values. His outspoken opposition to Trump’s 2017 travel ban, which aimed to secure the nation from potential threats, demonstrates a blatant disregard for national security.
Adding to this concerning pattern is Judge Sparkle Sooknanan, born in Trinidad and Tobago, whose appointment has been met with similar skepticism. Critics argue that her foreign birth and progressive viewpoints could lead to decisions that undermine traditional American values.
The Biden administration’s judicial appointments are clearly driven by a desire to reshape the judiciary into a tool for advancing leftist causes. This approach not only threatens the stability of the legal system but also puts the nation at risk by handing power to unqualified individuals with questionable allegiances.
By focusing on diversity quotas rather than judicial competence, the administration has eroded the public’s trust in the courts. Americans are right to question whether judges born and raised in foreign countries can truly appreciate and uphold the Constitution as intended by the Founding Fathers.
The presence of foreign-born judges on the D.C. District Court poses a grave risk to the country’s security and legal integrity. These judges are tasked with making decisions on some of the most sensitive issues facing the nation — from immigration policies to national defense measures. Allowing individuals without a lifelong connection to American principles to wield such power is reckless and dangerous.
For instance, Judge Chutkan’s willingness to issue orders that force the release of sensitive government plans reveals a troubling disregard for national security. Similarly, Judge Mehta’s handling of January 6 cases has been seen as overtly partisan, raising questions about whether political motivations are guiding his judicial decisions.
Fox News and the New York Post have joined the chorus of conservative voices expressing alarm over these appointments. They rightly point out that prioritizing diversity over experience is a recipe for judicial disaster. The courts should be bastions of constitutional fidelity, not experimental platforms for progressive social engineering.
Republican lawmakers and conservative commentators are increasingly demanding greater scrutiny of judicial appointments. They argue that the integrity of the judiciary is too important to be sacrificed on the altar of political correctness. Ensuring that judges have not only the experience but also a deep commitment to American values is essential to maintaining the country’s legal foundations.
The appointment of foreign-born judges without prior judicial experience has sparked an unprecedented wave of public distrust. How can Americans have faith in a judiciary that seems more concerned with meeting diversity quotas than safeguarding constitutional rights? The fear is that these judges may harbor perspectives that conflict with the nation’s foundational principles, putting at risk the fair and unbiased administration of justice.
The conservative base, alongside concerned citizens, demands answers and accountability. They argue that the focus should be on appointing judges who understand American history and legal traditions, rather than those whose backgrounds and ideologies are at odds with the nation’s core values.
The growing unease over foreign-born judges with minimal qualifications highlights a pressing need to reassess how judicial nominations are made. Instead of using the courts to push progressive agendas, the Biden administration should focus on selecting judges with proven track records of impartiality, integrity, and a firm commitment to the Constitution.
The very fabric of American jurisprudence is at stake. By prioritizing diversity and political ideology over competence and dedication to constitutional principles, the current administration risks undermining the judiciary’s credibility. Conservatives must continue to sound the alarm and advocate for reforms that ensure only the most qualified and constitutionally faithful judges serve on the nation’s most critical courts.
If the courts are to remain bastions of justice rather than political battlegrounds, Americans must demand that their judges reflect unwavering dedication to the principles upon which the nation was founded. Anything less is a betrayal of the public trust and a direct threat to the future of American democracy.
Darnell Thompkins is a Canadian-born American and conservative opinion writer who brings a unique perspective to political and cultural discussions. Passionate about traditional values and individual freedoms, Darnell’s commentary reflects his commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue. When he’s not writing, he enjoys watching hockey and celebrating the sport that connects his Canadian roots with his American journey.
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The over 600 District Court Judges are …NOT Federal Judges. District Judges are …NOT even in the US Constitution. They were created …by Congress!
Soon MANY Feral Marxist District Courts will be ELIMINATED …by Congress!!
If you’re a White, Protestant Christian, you’re doomed. Most of the invaders are either Islamists, Catholics or Satan worshippers (in one form or another).
The U.S. can’t take care of it’s own homeless-living-on-the-street, Legal U.S. citizens so we sure don’t need any more foreign deadbeats coming here.
I’m sick of seeing U.S. tax dollars going to foreign countries. Do you see any foreign country helping the citizens of the U.S.??? No. Never. Where were the foreign countries when New Orleans flooded? Where were they when the Derecho blew through the Midwest? Where were they when Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Asheville, N. Carolina were flooded???? Where were they when Hawaii had to deal with a volcanic eruption? Screw the foreign countries. The U.S. has its own problems to deal with.
I agree wholeheartedly. Why is it every country expects the USA to provide for them while we are trillions in debt!
Absolutely Spot-On Michael! Of course these District Court D.C. Judges are plants to escalate the takeover of America! These particular so called judges in my honest opinion have ZERO right to be serving in such a capacity in America PERIOD!
See as we’ve known for years the Demoncraps have been rigging elections but overlooked by many was the fact that they’ve been rigging the entire government! Obama has surely been a Devil’s Operative!!!
Yes, and what’s next since that POS Communist Supreme Court Justice John Roberts sided with those Judges giving them power over the President. Will they receive the power over Red States and rule over My Governor Greg Abbott and Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis telling them they have to allow more illegals in.?
And will those same Judges get involved in the States Election to oust Republic Governors with the backing of Communist Roberts and Katinja Brown and Sotomayor.?
If that becomes a ruling we’ve lost for good.!!
Mass impeachments are long over due.
Michael, I of course agree that ‘Mass Impeachments’ are necessary and the sooner the better! I’m sick and tired of that Deep State Commie Devil of a judge Roberts; what a snake in the grass he is! He is on a power trip loving to see that President Trump whom the People have voted into office can’t carry out his Mission to Save America! If Roberts was ousted and a real unbiased non-partisan judge took his place things could and would shape up as they should have long ago to at least immediately rectify all the damage that 2 terms of Obama did and then the nearly final nail in the coffin pounded in by Biden/Harris adding to that damage for the Deep State; and many of the major problems our Nation is having could be cleaned up pretty quickly I believe! I really have to pray more on it because I know Roberts is so Anti-American and wicked!
God bless.
I also add this comment here which I just posted elsewhere on this site.
Absolutely correct regarding this invasion of our Judicial System by agents or supposed judges not even born in America! Our Forefathers were very wise and fully aware of this bedrock truth which is why they specified in the U.S. Constitution that any Candidate seeking the office of President MUST have been born here in American! Obama wasn’t and look at the results of that disaster, a false religion political ideology Muslim and outright LIAR FRAUD, like Mohammad, that was installed as the destroyer of America! Now with the return to American’s basic Christian “bedrock tenets and founding principles,” and a “Herculean effort by all Patriotic Citizens in positions of authority” MUST be made, to flush all of this evil trash out of our government, in order for these “United States of America” to survive! These infiltrators DO NOT BELONG and are ENEMIES WITHIN! You don’t play with a Cobra snake, you get rid of it!