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Judge Blocks Trump Admin From Reuniting Alien Kids And Parents

By The Liberty Tribune Staff

Published: 9/17/2025 · Updated: 9/17/2025 · 5 min read

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What's happening

Judge Blocks Trump Admin From Reuniting Alien Kids And Parents — The Trump administration announced Tuesday it would halt immigration applications from 19 countries, citing national security concerns. Following a suspected terrorist attack in Washington D.C. allegedly involving an Afghan national, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has placed a hold on asylum applications from these nations. The countries identified include Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen, Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. Explainer Trump Administration Reassesses Approach to Sanctuary Officials Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized the need for strict immigration controls, stating, "Our forefathers built this nation on blood, sweat, and the unyielding love of freedom—not for foreign invaders to slaughter our heroes." The administration's criteria for these countries is rooted in security concerns, particularly the inability to confirm proper vetting of immigrants. In addition to the 19 countries, some analysts argue that Mexico, China, and India should also be considered for travel restrictions. According to a 2023 report from CNN, Mexicans represent the largest group of immigrants in the U.S., followed by India and China. The report highlights that a significant portion of these individuals may be living in the country without authorization. Critics of immigration from Mexico point to incidents of civil unrest, where demonstrators displayed Mexican flags during protests against deportations. The New York Times recently reported on the case of Dan Kluver, an American citizen whose identity was stolen by Guatemalan national Romeo Pérez-Bravo.

What's at stake

They Both Paid the Price," details the extensive impact of identity theft on Kluver's life, while also portraying Pérez-Bravo as a victim of circumstance. Kluver, a resident of Minnesota, faced numerous challenges as a result of the identity theft, including tax debts, legal troubles, and emotional distress. Explainer USCIS Reinstates 'Good Moral Character' Requirement for Citizenship Applicants How a stolen identity upended an American's life Kluver's ordeal began when he discovered that someone had been using his Social Security number to accumulate debts and commit crimes, including driving under the influence and even causing a fatal accident. illegally at the age of 16, reportedly used Kluver's identity to build a life in America, which included earning income that pushed Kluver into a higher tax bracket. The Times highlights Kluver's attempts to rectify the situation, noting that he faced bureaucratic obstacles when trying to report the identity theft. Despite his efforts to inform authorities, Kluver's complaints were often lost in a backlog of similar reports, leaving him to deal with the financial and legal repercussions alone. The recent agreement between the Trump administration and pharmaceutical companies Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk aims to expand affordable coverage for obesity drugs, a move that has been met with both praise and skepticism. While the initiative is expected to lower the prices of popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, critics argue that the deal may ultimately benefit the pharmaceutical companies more than consumers. Explainer Trump Administration Reassesses Approach to Sanctuary Officials What the Trump obesity drug deal promises The announced that prices for Ozempic and Wegovy would decrease significantly, from $1,000 and $1,350 per month to $350 through a new direct-to-consumer platform called TrumpRx, set to launch next year.

Additionally, Medicare prices for these drugs are projected to be $245, which is less than half of the prices proposed by the Biden administration. Supporters of the agreement argue that it could give uninsured or underinsured patients access to treatments that were previously out of reach, potentially improving for millions of Americans struggling with obesity. Why analysts say Big Pharma still comes out ahead However, a Wall Street Journal analysis suggests that these advertised discounts may not reflect the true cost dynamics in the pharmaceutical market. The effective prices that pharmaceutical companies receive after accounting for rebates and discounts are reportedly only 20% to 35% lower than current Medicare payments for Mounjaro, a drug used for diabetes. The direct-to-consumer model is expected to benefit those without insurance coverage for GLP-1 drugs, who currently face inflated prices. Yet, the pharmaceutical companies may only experience a modest reduction in net revenue. What to watch next is whether new filings, agency actions, votes, or court decisions change the timeline—and how officials respond in the weeks ahead.

Why it matters

The coverage highlights: 3 Countries That Should Be Next On Trump's Travel Ban List. The coverage highlights: House Subpoenas Jack Smith Over Arctic Frost Fishing Expedition. The coverage highlights: Jack Smith Ignored Constitutional Standards In Arctic Frost Lawfare. The coverage highlights: NYT: Illegal Alien Who Stole An American's Identity Is A Victim Too. The coverage highlights: Why Trump's Obesity Drug 'Deal' Will Help Big Pharma Most Of All. The coverage highlights: We Need To Deport 1 Million Illegal Immigrants A Month.

Key facts & context

2025-12-04: 3 Countries That Should Be Next On Trump's Travel Ban List. 2025-12-03: House Subpoenas Jack Smith Over Arctic Frost Fishing Expedition. 2025-11-25: Jack Smith Ignored Constitutional Standards In Arctic Frost Lawfare. 2025-11-25: NYT: Illegal Alien Who Stole An American's Identity Is A Victim Too. 2025-11-25: Why Trump's Obesity Drug 'Deal' Will Help Big Pharma Most Of All. 2025-11-19: We Need To Deport 1 Million Illegal Immigrants A Month. 2025-11-03: Congress Must Pass The SAVE Act As Judge Blocks Trump Order. 2025-10-07: Calls for Prosecution of Biden Officials Amid Allegations of Government Misuse. 2025-10-01: The Military's Biden-Era Recruiting Crisis Was A Leadership Issue. 2025-09-04: Media Coverage of Trump and Biden's Health: A Comparative Analysis.

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Primary sources

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