The order of Abbott from last week is invalid because it conflicts and poses an obstacle with federal immigration law. It also directly regulates federal government operations, according to Cardone, an El Paso-based appointee under former President George W. Bush.The Executive Order causes irreparable harm to the United States as well as individuals. The United States is charged to protect, jeopardize the safety of non-citizens held in federal custody, to risk the safety of federal law enforcement officers and their families, and to exacerbating COVID-19.The Justice Department filed suit against Texas's governor Abbott and Texas for the order on Friday. This was just one day after Attorney General Merrick Galrland had sent a letter to the governor informing him that the measure was illegal. Cardone heard Monday's request by the federal government for a temporary restraint order.Abbott spoke on Fox News shortly following the ruling of the judge. He stressed that the state would be able to present its case again that the order he has issued is both legal and wise.Abbott stated that there will be a hearing where the evidence will be presented about how the Biden administration exposes Texans to thousands of migrants who bring Covid-19 into America. We hope that after a full hearing, we will be able present evidence that I am doing the right thing governors have to do. That is, keep their citizens safe and hold the Biden administration responsible for following the laws, which are the immigration laws that were passed by the United States Congress.Attorneys for Abbott stated that the order was not yet in effect due to the Texas Department of Public Safety not having yet created policy guidance on how to implement it. The Justice Department lawyers stated that it could cause significant disruption to U.S. government operations, causing contractors and grantees, as well as volunteers, to refuse to help in the transportation of immigrants, including those who are in need of screening or treatment for coronavirus infections.Unless extended, the order Cardone issued Tuesday will continue in effect until August 13th. On Tuesday, Cardone scheduled a hearing to hear the federal government's request for a longer-term interim injunction against Abbotts directive.Kelly Hooper contributed to the report.
