The D.C. Circuit Court ruled on February 24, 2026, in the case of Centro de Trabajadores Unidos v. Scott Bessent, affirming that the IRS is permitted to share taxpayer addresses of undocumented immigrants with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for immigration enforcement purposes. This decision supports a memorandum of understanding between the two agencies, potentially accelerating the deportation process for undocumented individuals.
Key Details:
- Ruling Date: February 24, 2026
- Case: Centro de Trabajadores Unidos v. Scott Bessent
- Allows IRS to share addresses of ITIN filers with DHS
- Decision made despite prior IRS data-sharing errors affecting thousands
This ruling opens new avenues for DHS to expedite deportations, raising concerns among immigrant advocacy groups about the implications for undocumented individuals. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: r/immigration