The Trump administration’s controversial public charge rule, which expands the government’s ability to deny green cards and visas to immigrants deemed likely to rely on public assistance, took effect amid legal challenges. New York lawmakers have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the policy, arguing it violates federal law and will harm vulnerable populations. The rule redefines how officials assess an immigrant’s self-sufficiency, potentially affecting thousands of applicants. Critics warn it could discourage low-income families from accessing critical social services.
Trump administration's public charge rule for immigrants goes into effect while N.Y. lawmakers sue to stop it CBS News
