Supreme Court Won't Rehear Immigration Case Due To Coronavirus

Supreme Court Won't Rehear Immigration Case Due To Coronavirus

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The High Court decided not to reconsider a case supporting a Trump-era policy that restricts citizenship for immigrants using public benefits. New York and other states petitioned the Supreme Court, arguing the policy deters immigrants from accessing essential services. In January, the justices upheld the policy, allowing the government to deny citizenship to those deemed a public charge. New York Attorney General Letitia James plans further legal challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the High Court's decision regarding the Trump administration's policy on immigrants relying on public benefits?

They decided to reconsider the case.

They overturned the policy.

They postponed the decision.

They upheld the policy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states were involved in petitioning the Supreme Court to rehear the case?

Washington, Oregon, and Nevada

Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan

New York City, Connecticut, New York State, and Vermont

California, Texas, and Florida

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main arguments against the court's prior ruling?

It reduced public benefits.

It improved virus containment.

It deterred immigrants from accessing healthcare and public benefits.

It increased immigration rates.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the January ruling by the justices?

They ruled against the policy.

They upheld the policy.

They postponed the ruling.

They did not reach a decision.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did New York Attorney General Letitia James plan to take following the ruling?

Seek international intervention.

Pursue another legal challenge in a US District Court.

Accept the ruling without further action.

Appeal to the President.