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Judge blocks Biden-era immigration rule hours after Texas AG and Stephen Miller’s group sued DOJ
By By Uriel J. García and Ayden Runnels The Texas Tribune at Denton Record-Chronicle
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A federal judge in Texas blocked a Biden administration rule on Monday that allowed immigration judges to indefinitely close a deportation case against immigrants on the same day Texas sued to stop the rule.
Why this matters in Denton News
The swift blocking of the Biden administration's immigration rule by a federal judge in Texas has significant implications for the state's immigration landscape. Given Denton 's location within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a major hub for immigration and refugee resettlement, this ruling may impact local communities and families. The Texas Attorney General's decision to sue the Department of Justice over this rule suggests a continued pushback against federal immigration policies, which could lead to further legal battles and uncertainty for immigrants in the region. As the case moves forward, Denton residents may want to pay attention to how this ruling affects local immigration proceedings and the potential consequences for families and individuals in the area. The involvement of groups like Stephen Miller's organization also highlights the intense national scrutiny on immigration policies in Texas, which will likely continue to shape the state's approach to immigration enforcement.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: Denton Record-Chronicle ·
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