The US Justice Department will not make it harder to reopen immigration cases

The Justice Department has withdrawn two proposed rules that would have made it more difficult for immigrants to reopen their cases or delay deportation. This means the current, less restrictive rules for these proceedings will remain in place.

The Justice Department had proposed changes that would have tightened the rules for immigrants seeking to challenge deportation orders or request more time. By withdrawing these proposals, the agency signals it will not pursue these stricter policies. This leaves more flexibility for immigrants and their legal teams in navigating the system.