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Judge handling challenge to Trump immigration halt cites exceptions for World Cup visas

“If the categorical ban on those countries was needed," the Obama appointee asked, "why did we let the soccer players in?"

Published July 15, 2026, 8:07 PM

Updated July 15, 2026, 8:40 PM4.7K

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Judge handling challenge to Trump immigration halt cites exceptions for World Cup visas

“If the categorical ban on those countries was needed," the Obama appointee asked, "why did we let the soccer players in?"

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Judge handling challenge to Trump immigration halt cites exceptions for World Cup visas

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