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It is important that every person has the ability to live and travel safely, and we will continue to fight to rescind this unlawful policy to make sure that this relief extends to everyone.
We are ready to argue her case before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, and we won’t stop fighting until she is free.
The district court's proceedings should continue and that the Second Circuit Court of Appeals should deny the government’s attempt to halt Ms. Öztürk's transfer to Vermont.
In a victory for students, parents, and educators, a federal judge has granted a request for a preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of the U.S. Department of Education’s “Dear Colleague” letter.
This ruling affirms the inherent dignity of our clients, acknowledging the negative impact that the administration's passport policy would have on their ability to travel for work, school, and family.
With this ruling, a federal court has rightfully reaffirmed that Rümeysa Öztürk’s case belongs in Vermont — significantly closer to her friends, community, and counsel.