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Federal Judge Rules Against Nebraska Law Allowing In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

A federal judge has ruled against a Nebraska law that allowed illegal immigrants to qualify for in-state tuition, stating it conflicts with federal immigration law. The ruling is part of a broader effort by the Department of Justice to challenge similar state policies across the country. Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers welcomed the decision, affirming that federal law prohibits extending benefits to illegal immigrants that are not available to U.S. citizens.

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A federal judge has ruled against a Nebraska law that allowed illegal immigrants to qualify for in-state tuition, stating it conflicts with federal immigration law. The ruling is part of a broader effort by the Department of Justice to challenge similar state policies across the country. Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers welcomed the decision, affirming that federal law prohibits extending benefits to illegal immigrants that are not available to U.S. citizens.

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DOJ scores win after Nebraska ceases in-state tuition for illegal immigrants

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Federal Judge Rules Against Nebraska Law Allowing In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants