Homeland Security says will 'comply with judicial orders'
The statement was issued hours after a federal judge in New York blocked the deportation of travelers and refugees
President Donald Trump, flanked by Vice President Mike Pence and Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly. PHOTO: REUTERS
The US Department of Homeland Security said in a statement late on Saturday it would "comply with judicial orders" but that President Donald Trump's executive action restricting entry into the country from seven Muslim-majority nations remains in place.
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The statement was issued hours after a federal judge in New York blocked the deportation of dozens of travelers and refugees from those countries who were stranded at US airports.
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"These individuals went through enhanced security screenings and are being processed for entry to the United States, consistent with our immigration laws and judicial orders," the Homeland Security statement said.
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The statement was issued hours after a federal judge in New York blocked the deportation of dozens of travelers and refugees from those countries who were stranded at US airports.
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"These individuals went through enhanced security screenings and are being processed for entry to the United States, consistent with our immigration laws and judicial orders," the Homeland Security statement said.