Trump Signs First Muslim Ban, Sparks Airport Protests Nationwide
Trump's Executive Order 13769 suspends entry into the U.S. for everybody from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen for 90 Days; all refugees for 120 days; and Syrian refugees indefinitely. Sparks three days of protests at airports across the nation.
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 takes effect immediately. Travelers detained at airports, including green card holders from the designated countries and holders of valid visas. Refugees who had been booked for travel to the United States have their travel plans canceled at the last minute.
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Two ACLU Lawsuits Filed, First Court Victory
Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017
Second day of airport protests. Suits filed in New York and Massachusetts. A federal judge in New York grants the ACLU's request for an emergency stay to prevent the deportation of all people stranded in U.S. airports under President Trump's Muslim Ban.
Suit: Darweesh v. Trump — Eastern District of New York | Read more
Suit: Louhghalam v. Trump — District of Massachusetts | Read more
Ruling: Darweesh v. Trump — Eastern District of New York | Read more
What's changed: People who arrive at a U.S. airport with a valid visa, green card, or as refugees approved for resettlement to the United States are protected from deportation.
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 partially blocked.
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Second Court Victory, Muslim Ban Partially, Temporarily Blocked Nationwide
The people are celebrating! Last of detainees were released from SFO #NoBanNoWall #NoMuslimBan https://t.co/bnTL12SGqu
— ACLU of Northern CA (@ACLU_NorCal) January 30, 2017
Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017
A federal district court in Massachusetts issues a temporary restraining order that prohibits the government from relying on Executive Order 13769 to detain or remove anyone who is otherwise legally authorized to enter the U.S.
Ruling: Louhghalam v. Trump — District of Massachusetts | Read more
What's changed: People who arrive at a U.S. airport with a valid visa, green card or as refugees approved for resettlement to the United States are allowed to enter the United States. However, people from the targeted countries are still not able board planes into the U.S.
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 partially and temporarily blocked until Feb. 5, 2017.
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Trump Fires Attorney General Yates. New Lawsuit Filed Against Ban.
Monday, Jan. 30, 2017
President Trump fires Sally Yates after she defies him and refuses to enforce the Muslim Ban.
At present, I am not convinced that the defense of the executive order is consistent with these responsibilities nor am I convinced that the executive order is lawful.
— Attorney General Sally Yates
On the same day, the State of Washington files a suit challenging Trump's Muslim Ban. The ACLU submits an Amicus Brief in support.
Suit: Washington v. Trump — Western District of Washington | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 still partially blocked until Feb. 5, 2017.
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50 ACLU Affiliates File Freedom of Information Act Requests
Friday, Feb. 2, 2017
Fifty ACLU affiliates file 18 coordinated Freedom of Information Act requests with local U.S. Customs and Border Protection offices to find out whether federal immigration officials are defying nationwide federal court orders at airports across the country.
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 still partially blocked until Feb. 5, 2017.
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Judge Issues New Nationwide Order Fully Blocking Muslim Ban
Friday, Feb. 3, 2017
A federal judge in Seattle issues new nationwide order fully blocking the Muslim Ban on the same day that the previous ruling is set to expire.
Ruling: Washington v. Trump — Western District of Washington | Read more
What's changed: U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) begins to let people board planes into the U.S.
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 temporarily blocked.
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ACLU Sues Trump on Behalf of Refugees and Families
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017
The ACLU sues President Trump, arguing that the Muslim Ban intentionally discriminates against Muslims and violates the U.S. Constitution's guarantees of freedom of religion and equal treatment under the law.
Suit: International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) v. Trump — District of Maryland | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 still temporarily blocked.
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Court Rejects Trump's Appeal, Refuses to Reinstate Muslim Ban
SEE YOU IN COURT, THE SECURITY OF OUR NATION IS AT STAKE!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 9, 2017
The #9thCircuit noted that the government had put forth no actual security justification for the #MuslimBan
— ACLU (@ACLU) February 10, 2017
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017
A three-judge panel in the Ninth Circuit denies the Trump Administration's appeal of the Washington court's order and unanimously refuses to reinstate Trump's Muslim Ban.
Ruling: Washington v. Trump — Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 still temporarily blocked.
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Trump Signs Muslim Ban 2.0
Monday, March 6, 2017
Trump signs Executive Order 13780, suspending entry into the U.S. for everybody from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen for 90 Days; all refugees for 120 days; and Syrian refugees indefinitely.
What's changed: The ban now exempts those who already have visas and green cards and removes Iraq from the list of banned countries.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 set to take effect on March 16, 2017.
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State of Hawaii Challenges Muslim Ban 2.0
Trump's 4-month halt to refugees entering the US will change the course of people's lives. #RefugeesWelcome #MuslimBan pic.twitter.com/Ptanmtgj86
— ACLU (@ACLU) March 7, 2017
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
The State of Hawaii sues President Trump, arguing that Muslim Ban 2.0 is unconstitutional.
Suit: Hawaii v. Trump — District of Hawaii | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 1.0 still temporarily blocked pending further court proceedings. Muslim Ban 2.0 set to take effect on March 16, 2017.
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Muslim Ban 2.0 Suffers First Defeat
BREAKING: Federal Judge in Hawaii blocks #MuslimBan! pic.twitter.com/RnvZrmGjDK
— ACLU of Northern CA (@ACLU_NorCal) March 15, 2017
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
A federal district court in Hawaii blocks Muslim Ban 2.0 the night before it is set to take effect.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — District of Hawaii | Read more
What's changed: Muslim Ban 2.0 is prevented from taking effect, so applicants for visas and refugee status from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen continue to have their applications processed normally.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 blocked nationwide.
The illogic of the Government's contentions is palpable. The notion that one can demonstrate animus toward any group of people only by targeting all of them at once is fundamentally flawed. [...]
— Excerpt from the ruling
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ACLU Triumphs in Court, Dealing Muslim Ban 2.0 Second Defeat in 24 Hours
Two courts find that, yes, it was a Muslim ban all along. https://t.co/5cRyh3Bcx6
— ACLU (@ACLU) March 16, 2017
Thursday, March 16, 2017
In a separate challenge to the Muslim Ban, a federal district court in Maryland rules in favor of the ACLU and issues a second order blocking the Muslim Ban nationwide.
Ruling: IRAP v. Trump — District of Maryland | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 still blocked nationwide.
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Fourth Circuit Rules in Favor of ACLU, finds Muslim Ban 2.0 Unconstitutional
Saturday, May 25, 2017
In a 10-3 ruling, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals upholds the lower court's decision in Maryland and rules Muslim Ban 2.0's visa restrictions unconstitutional.
Ruling: IRAP v. Trump — Fourth Circuit of Court of Appeals | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 still blocked nationwide.
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Ninth Circuit Unanimously Blocks Muslim Ban
Monday, June 12, 2017
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously upholds the lower court's ruling in Hawaii blocking Muslim Ban 2.0. Upholds the injunction blocking the ban on both refugees and visa holders.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — Ninth Circuit of Court of Appeals | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 still blocked nationwide.
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Supreme Court Agrees to Review Challenges to Muslim Ban
Monday, June 26, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court rules that it will hear challenges to the Muslim ban. In the meantime, the Supreme Court allows a narrowed version of Muslim Ban 2.0 to go into effect.
Ruling: IRAP v. Trump & Hawaii v. Trump — U.S. Supreme Court | Read more
What's changed: The ban takes effect for refugees worldwide and persons from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen, unless they have a "bona fide relationship" with a person or entity in the United States.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 will go partially into effect on June 29, 2017.
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President Trump issues 'Grandma Ban'
Thursday, June 29, 2017
The Trump Administration issues guidance on the implementation of the Muslim Ban 2.0.
What's changed: Under the Trump Administration's guidance, "bona fide relationships" do not include grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, or sisters-in law.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 is partially in effect.
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Federal Court Rejects Trump's 'Grandma Ban'
Thursday, July 13, 2017
A federal judge in Hawaii rejects the Trump Administration's extremely narrow definition of "bona fide relationship."
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — District of Hawaii | Read more
What's changed: The definition of "bona fide relationship" now includes grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-laws, and sisters-in-law. Also, refugees with a "formal assurance" from a U.S. resettlement agency agreeing to oversee their resettlement in the United States are now exempt from the ban, and can travel to the United States.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 in effect, but people with a "bona fide relationship" to a person or entity in the U.S. are exempt from the ban.
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U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Trump's 'Grandma Ban'
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court issues an order in the pending case, upholding the lower court's expanded definition of bona fide relationships for family members but not for assured refugees.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — U.S. Supreme Court | Read more
What's changed: Supreme Court confirms that people from the six targeted countries with grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, and other close relatives are allowed to enter the U.S. However, the Court also rules that assured refugees are not categorically exempt from the ban.
Status: Muslim Ban 2.0 in effect, but people with a "bona fide relationship" to a person or entity in the U.S. are exempt from the ban.
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President Trump issues Muslim Ban 3.0
Trump's third try at a Muslim ban was released tonight. And we're not fooled. https://t.co/Gkpr95GvHr #NoMuslimBanEver
— ACLU (@ACLU) September 25, 2017
Sunday, Sep. 24, 2017
President Trump issues Muslim Ban 3.0 through a Presidential Proclamation.
What's changed: The revised ban blocks individuals seeking visas from designated countries indefinitely. It adds Chad, North Korea, and certain government officials from Venezuela to the list of banned countries, while removing Sudan and applicants for certain nonimmigrant visas from the scope of the ban. The new ban does not address refugees, who remain subject to Muslim Ban 2.0 for one more month.
Status: The Muslim Ban goes into effect immediately for people who lack bona fide relationships to the U.S. and remains partly in effect for refugees. People with bona fide relationships will no longer be exempt from the ban starting October 18.
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ACLU Challenges Muslim Ban 3.0
BREAKING: We're challenging the Trump administration's unconstitutional Muslim Ban 3.0 #NoMuslimBanEVER pic.twitter.com/jsXM1G1HGE
— ACLU (@ACLU) September 29, 2017
Friday, Sep. 29, 2017
The ACLU files an amended complaint in IRAP v. Trump arguing that President Trump's Muslim Ban 3.0 is just as discriminatory and unconstitutional as the previous two bans.
Suit: IRAP v. Trump — District of Maryland | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 is in effect for individuals seeking visas who lack a bona fide relationship to the U.S. and Muslim Ban 2.0 remains in effect for refugees. Visa applicants with bona fide relationships will no longer be exempt from the Muslim Ban 3.0 starting October 18.
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Hawaii Sues, Challenges Muslim Ban 3.0
Hawaii opposes Travel Ban 3.0. https://t.co/ljBQCEiP1x pic.twitter.com/VkOtqDMq1y
— Hawaii Acting AG Russell Suzuki (@AtghIgov) October 11, 2017
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017
Hawaii amends its lawsuit to challenge Muslim Ban 3.0.
Suit: Hawaii v. Trump — District of Hawaii | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 is in effect for individuals seeking visas who lack a bona fide relationship to the U.S. and Muslim Ban 2.0 remains in effect for refugees. Visa applicants with bona fide relationships will no longer be exempt from the Muslim Ban 3.0 starting October 18.
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Hawaii Wins Partial Block to Muslim Ban 3.0
The Muslim Ban has been blocked. Again. #NoMuslimBanEver https://t.co/LiAELWN7v3
— ACLU (@ACLU) October 17, 2017
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017
Federal court in Hawaii temporarily blocks Muslim Ban 3.0 nationwide.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — District of Hawaii | Read more
What's changed: Visa applicants from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Chad, Syria, and Yemen are exempt from the ban, and their applications will be processed normally. Ruling does not apply to North Koreans and certain Venezuelan government officials.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 blocked. Muslim Ban 2.0 remains partly in effect for refugees.
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ACLU Victorious, Muslim Ban 3.0 Loses in Court, Again. Nationwide Day of Action.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2017
The ACLU triumphs in Maryland court, temporarily blocking Muslim Ban 3.0 nationwide for people with bona fide relationships to the U.S.
Ruling: IRAP v. Trump — District of Maryland | Read more
On the same day as this ruling, Muslim Americans across the country take part in the #NoMuslimBanEver Day of Action and deliver a petition with over 100,000 signatures to Congress.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 blocked. Muslim Ban 2.0 remains partly in effect for refugees.
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Trump Administration Issues Ban on Refugees from 11 Countries
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017
President Trump issues a Proclamation reinstating the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, but also authorizing the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security to ban certain refugees. At the same time, three agency heads issue a memorandum effectively banning refugees from 11 countries, most of which are Muslim-majority, and suspending the processing of follow-to-join refugee applications.
What's changed: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban both target groups that were covered by the original Muslim ban. Muslim Ban 3.0 targets people from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Chad, Syria, and Yemen while the Refugee Ban blocks refugees from Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Mali, North Korea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen, as well as follow-to-join applications from family members of refugees.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still temporarily blocked, but the Refugee Ban is in full effect.
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ACLU Challenges Refugee Ban
ACLU asks for injunction to stop Trump's Muslim Ban From Separating Refugees From Their Families https://t.co/DJELKpGpl8 pic.twitter.com/hioqyBrRhG
— ACLU of Washington (@ACLU_WA) November 7, 2017
Monday, Nov. 6, 2017
The ACLU of Washington challenges the Trump Administration's Refugee Ban targeting refugees from 11 countries.
Suit: Doe v. Trump — District of Washington | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still temporarily blocked, but the Refugee Ban is in full effect.
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Supreme Court Allows Muslim Ban to Take Full Effect
Monday, Dec. 4, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court grants the Trump Administration's request to temporarily allow Muslim Ban 3.0 to immediately take full effect as the lawsuits are being litigated. The ban affects 150 million people, the vast majority of whom are Muslim.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump & IRAP v. Trump — U.S. Supreme Court | Read more
What's changed: Visa applications from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, North Korea, Chad, and certain government officials from Venezuela will be denied, with limited exceptions for nonimmigrant visas from certain countries. People who had a valid visa before the ban took effect are still allowed to enter.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban in full effect.
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ACLU of Northern California Challenges Refugee Ban
BREAKING: Our courageous clients, including @JFCSEastBay and several refugees who now call California home, are suing Donald Trump for his cruel and illegal refugee ban. #NoMuslimBanEver https://t.co/sINTKBDria
— ACLU of Northern CA (@ACLU_NorCal) December 8, 2017
Friday, Dec. 8, 2017
The ACLU of Northern California amends its lawsuit to challenge the discriminatory refugee restrictions in the Refugee Ban.
Suit: Roe 1 v. Trump — Northern District of California | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Ninth Circuit Upholds Block on Ban, But Ruling on Hold Pending Litigation
Friday, Dec. 22, 2017
The Ninth Circuit upholds lower court's ruling blocking Muslim Ban 3.0. However, due to the Supreme Court's order on Dec. 4, the ban remains in effect while the cases are being litigated.
Ruling: Hawaii v. Trump — Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Court Blocks Refugee Ban
Federal Court grants injunction to stop Trump Admin from separating refugees and their families. Thanks to @KellerRohrback @NILC_org@HIASrefugees @JFSSeattle @RefugeeAssist https://t.co/cyefggFjid pic.twitter.com/KDIaYCI9to
— ACLU of Washington (@ACLU_WA) December 24, 2017
Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017
Federal district court issues nationwide injunction blocking the Refugee Ban.
Ruling: Doe v. Trump — District of Washington | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still in full effect, but the Refugee Ban is blocked nationwide.
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Muslim Ban to Go to the Supreme Court
Friday, Jan. 19, 2018
The U.S. Supreme Court announces that it will hear challenges to Muslim Ban 3.0. Oral arguments scheduled for Spring 2018.
Every version of the ban has been found unconstitutional, illegal, or both by federal trial and appellate courts.
The Supreme Court can and should put a definitive end to President Trump's Muslim ban. #NoMuslimBanEVER
— ACLU National
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still in full effect, and the Refugee Ban is still blocked nationwide.
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ACLU Wins Appeal, Fourth Circuit Finds Muslim Ban 3.0 Unconstitutional. However, Ruling on Hold Pending SCOTUS Hearings
BREAKING: The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals rules against Trump's Muslim ban, recognizing that "on a human level, the Proclamation’s invisible yet impenetrable barrier denies the possibility of a complete, intact family to tens of thousands of Americans."#NoMuslimBanEver
— ACLU (@ACLU) February 15, 2018
Friday, Jan. 19, 2018
The Fourth Circuit upholds lower court’s ruling blocking Muslim Ban 3.0. However, due to the Supreme Court's order on Dec. 4, the ban remains in full effect as the Supreme Court considers the challenges.
"…the Proclamation is unconstitutionally tainted with animus toward Islam."
— Court Ruling
Ruling: IRAP v. Trump — Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 in full effect, and the Refugee Ban is blocked nationwide.
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Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments, Protests in D.C.
As Trump's Muslim ban heads to the Supreme Court, the world is watching to see whether or not we will rise above this repugnant policy.
— ACLU (@ACLU) April 25, 2018
Let's show them where we stand. #NoMuslimBanEver pic.twitter.com/fNb7VNWQot
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
The U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Hawaii v. Trump. Counsel for plaintiffs argue that Muslim Ban 3.0 violates the Constitution and federal law. A diverse and unified crowd rallies in Washington D.C. to oppose the Muslim Ban and show solidarity and unity in the face of discrimination from the highest levels of government.
Suit: Hawaii v. Trump — U.S. Supreme Court | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Supreme Court Upholds Muslim Ban, ACLU Calls on Congress to Rescind Ban
In 1944, the Supreme Court allowed the US government to imprison Japanese Americans solely because of their national origin and ethnicity, based on empty claims of national security.
— ACLU (@ACLU) June 26, 2018
It’s one of the most shameful chapters of US history, and today’s decision now joins it.
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
In a 5-4 ruling, the Supreme Court upholds the Trump administration’s third Muslim ban, choosing to ignore President Trump’s repeated anti-Muslim statements. Justice Sotomayor pens a vehement dissent. The ACLU calls for public action and demands that elected officials pass legislation to rescind and dismantle the ban. #StandWithMuslims protests planned throughout the country.
Suit: Hawaii v. Trump — U.S. Supreme Court | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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ACLU Sues State Department for Delaying Decision on Muslim Ban Waiver
Photo: Elaine Cromie/ACLU
Thursday, July 5, 2018
The ACLU Foundation of Northern California sues Secretary of State Michael Pompeo for failing to issue a decision on an Iranian family’s application to immigrate to the United States. ACLU argues that the family is eligible for and have applied for a waiver from the Ban, and the State Department has unreasonably delayed its mandatory duty to adjudicate.
Suit: Hakimi et al v. Pompeo — U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Emami v. Trump filed
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Class action challenge alleging that the Muslim Ban’s waiver process is a sham. Filed in N.D. Cal. Current status is a hearing on December 13th on the government’s motion to dismiss.
Suit: Emami v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Pars Equality Center v. Pompeo filed
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Class action challenge alleging that the Muslim Ban’s waiver process is a sham. Filed in W.D. Wash. Current status is that the parties are awaiting a decision on the gov’t’s motion to dismiss.
Suit: Pars Equality Center v. Pompeo — U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Hawaii v. Trump dismissed
Monday, August 13, 2018
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump, represented by ACLU of Michigan
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Plaintiffs continue to fight the Muslim Ban, filing an amended complaint. Court is considering the government’s motion to dismiss the case.
Suit: Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Emami v. Trump
Monday, February 4, 2019
Judge Donato in the Northern District of California denies government’s motion to dismiss and allows lawsuit to proceed. Emami alleges that Muslim Ban’s waiver process is a sham. Pars Equality Center v. Pompeo is transferred from W.D. Wash. to Judge Donato in N.D. Cal.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Congress passes appropriations bill
Friday, February 15, 2019
Congress passes appropriations bill that requires the State Department to publicly report on the number of Muslim Ban waivers granted and denied. ACLU and partners lobbied for these reporting requirements.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Doe v. Trump in Western District of Washington
Tana Lin, a cooperating attorney from @KellerRohrback and @ACLU_WA board member, spoke about today's Muslim Ban ruling and our ongoing case against Trump's refugee ban, Doe v. Trump, at a @CAIR_WA rally in Seattle. https://t.co/37MY5oXzCA pic.twitter.com/8LGI41sWDe
— ACLU of Washington (@ACLU_WA) June 26, 2018
Monday, February 18, 2019 [check date]
Plaintiffs continue to fight the Refugee Ban. They are taking depositions of State Department and DHS officials to find out whether the government resumed processing of refugees as ordered by Judge Robart in the preliminary injunction issued on December 23, 2017.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
More than 37,000 visa applications denied because of Muslim Ban.
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
The State Department denied 37,029 visa applications in fiscal year 2018 as a result of President Donald Trump's Muslim Ban executive order, according to data published today.
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
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Senators Introduce Bill to Repeal Muslim Travel Ban
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
The NO Ban Act is introduced in the Senate and the House to repeal all versions of the Muslim Ban, to strengthen the Immigration and Nationality Act, and to limit overly-broad executive authority to issue future travel bans. The Act is supported by over 90 Members of Congress and hundreds of organizations committed to preventing religious and racial profiling.
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IRAP v. Trump in District of Maryland, represented by ACLU National IRP
Thursday, May 2, 2019
United States District Court Judge Theodore Chuang rules on the government’s motion to dismiss a challenge to the Muslim Ban, permitting the plaintiffs to move forward with their claims that the Muslim Ban was motivated by racial and religious animus.
Suit: IRAP v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump, represented by ACLU of Michigan
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
United States District Court Judge Victoria A. Roberts denies the government’s motion to dismiss a challenge to the Muslim Ban, permitting litigation to proceed.
Suit: Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michgan | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still in full effect.
IRAP v. Trump in District of Maryland, represented by ACLU National IRP
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Government appeals District Judge Theodore Chuang’s denial of the government’s motion to dismiss the case.
Suit: IRAP v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump, represented by ACLU of Michigan
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit permits government to appeal District Court Judge Victoria Roberts’ denial of the government’s motion to dismiss the case.
Suit: Arab American Civil Rights League v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 still in full effect.
IRAP v. Trump in District of Maryland, represented by ACLU National IRP
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit to hear oral argument on government’s appeal of District Judge Theodore Chuang’s denial of government’s motion to dismiss the case.
Suit: IRAP v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
The Trump Administration Expands the Ban to 6 more countries
Friday, January 31, 2020
What’s changed: Most citizens of Nigeria, Eritrea, Myanmar, and Kyrgyzstan would be banned from applying for visas to live and work in the U.S. People from Sudan and Tanzania would be blocked from the diversity visa lottery which grants green cards to individuals from countries with historically low rates of migration to the U.S. This time, the targets are predominantly from African countries.
Status: The new ban goes into effect Feb. 22. Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban are still in full effect. The ACLU will continue to fight the discriminatory policy in court.
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IRAP v. Trump in District of Maryland, represented by ACLU National IRP
Monday, June 8, 2020
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed the District Court’s May 2019 order that had permitted the lawsuit to proceed. The Fourth Circuit held that the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. Hawaii foreclosed any further claims that the Muslim Ban was motivated only by anti-Muslim bias. The Fourth Circuit’s order brings this lawsuit to an end.
Suit: IRAP v. Trump — U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland | Read more
Status: Muslim Ban 3.0 and the Refugee Ban still in full effect.
President Biden Repeals the Muslim and African Travel Bans
Tuesday, January 20, 2021
On his first day in office, President Joe Biden signs an executive order lifting the Muslim and African travel bans. The first ban was originally issued 4 years ago. Over the past four years, hundreds of millions of people, across 17 countries, were affected.
Status: The travel bans are no longer in effect | Read the executive order
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