The Supreme Court has concluded hearing arguments in the case of Noem v. Al Otro Lado, which addresses the legality of a border policy that prevents asylum seekers from accessing the U.S. asylum process. This case was filed on behalf of asylum seekers and the humanitarian organization Al Otro Lado, with advocates arguing that the turnback policy violates federal immigration law by physically blocking individuals from entering the U.S. at official border crossings.
Following the oral arguments, plaintiffs and their attorneys are scheduled to hold a press conference on the courthouse steps to discuss the implications of the case.
Key Details:
- Case Name: Noem v. Al Otro Lado
- Focus: Legality of turnback policy blocking asylum seekers
- Advocates: American Immigration Council, Center for Gender & Refugee Studies, Center for Constitutional Rights, Democracy Forward, Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection
- Press Conference: Scheduled after oral arguments
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Source: Center for Constitutional Rights