The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to enforce its "public charge" restriction, a sweeping rule that would deny permanent residency or entry into the United States to certain immigrants considered likely to use government assistance. It would make it more difficult for immigrants to obtain permanent residency if they have or are likely to use public benefits. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION BOOSTS ABILITY TO DENY GREEN CARDS TO IMMIGRANTS USING WELFARE PROGRAMSThe Trump administration has defended the rule as a way to ensure immigrants remain financially self-sufficient. Many could be forced to drop much-needed public benefits for themselves and their families in an effort to not jeopardize their legal status in the U.S. JUDGE BLOCKS ‘PUBLIC CHARGE’ RULE THAT WOULD RESTRICT GREEN CARDS FOR IMMIGRANTS ON WELFAREA 2019 Urban Institute study found that people are already being deterred from applying for benefits for their U.S.-born children, fearing that it could harm their own immigration status.

Source: Fox News January 27, 2020 23:37 UTC