Trump Travel Ban Ruling (Trump v. Hawaii)

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to the Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. Hawaii, focusing on legal, legislative, and constitutional terms.

Trump v. Hawaii

A Supreme Court case that addressed the legality of the Trump administration's travel ban.

Majority Opinion

The official statement of the Supreme Court’s decision written by Chief Justice Roberts.

Dissenting Opinion

An opinion written by justices who disagree with the majority decision.

Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)

A federal law that governs immigration and citizenship in the United States.

Presidential Proclamation No. 9645

The official document issued by President Trump that established travel bans on nationals from certain countries.

Vetting Process

The procedure to evaluate whether foreign nationals can enter the United States.

Establishment Clause

Part of the First Amendment that prohibits the government from establishing an official religion.

Section 1182(f)

A provision of the INA granting the President authority to suspend the entry of aliens if deemed detrimental to U.S. interests.

Judicial Review

The ability of courts to evaluate laws or actions for their constitutionality.

Consular Nonreviewability

A legal doctrine that limits judicial review over consular decisions on visa applications.

DHS

Department of Homeland Security; responsible for public security and safeguarding against terrorism.

National Security Risks

Potential threats to the safety and security of a nation.

Justiciable

Capable of being decided by a court.

Aliens

Non-citizens or foreigners who are not citizens of the country they are in.

Immigrant Visas

Visas that allow foreign nationals to live permanently in the United States.

Nonimmigrant Visas

Visas that allow foreign nationals to enter the U.S. temporarily.

Legislative History

The background and proceedings leading up to the enactment of a law.

Universal Injunctions

Court orders that prohibit the government from enforcing a law or policy against anyone, not just the plaintiffs.

Anti-Muslim Bias

Discrimination or prejudice against Muslims.

Emergency Powers

Authorities granted to the President to respond to urgent situations or national crises.

National Interest

The interests of the nation, often concerning its security, economic well-being, and welfare.