Disputes Federal court strikes down State Department’s 75-country visa freeze Judge orders consulates to resume processing after finding suspension exceeded agency authority iStock.com/artisteer Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 27 August 2026 A federal court has delivered a sharp rebuke to the State Department, ruling that its sweeping 75‑country suspension of visa issuance violated immigration law, breached the Administrative Procedure Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Immigration Advance Parole no longer shields foreign nationals from US re-entry bans Work Permits Foreign doctors regain access to US visas after immigration reversal Disputes US judge blocks Trump administration move to revoke TPS work permits Disputes SCOTUS strikes down birtherism order but strengthens Trump’s border agenda