Blanche v. Lau

Decided June 23, 2026. Clarence Thomas delivered the opinion of the Court.

Docket 25-429 · 609 U.S. ___ (2026)

The Immigration and Nationality Act does not require a border officer to have clear and convincing evidence that a lawful permanent resident has committed a crime involving moral turpitude before deeming the resident an applicant for admission.

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