U.S. Completes Military Withdrawal from Iraq, Supreme Court Revives Deportation Policy

Why it matters locally: The Supreme Court's revival of the third-country deportation policy could significantly impact immigration services and legal aid organizations in New York, a major port of entry and home to a large immigrant population. This policy may lead to increased caseloads and demand for resources from organizations assisting individuals facing deportation.

BAGHDAD – The United States military has completed its withdrawal of all remaining troops from Iraq. American forces concluded their departure, leaving Iraq's defense framework without direct U.S. military presence. In a separate development, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling that permits the Trump administration's policy regarding third-country deportations to move forward. The court's decision supports the administration's approach to these specific deportation cases.