Summary
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can share basic Medicaid details of undocumented immigrants with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This allows sharing of certain biographical and contact details but limits broader data sharing. The judge had earlier blocked the policy until proper decision-making was demonstrated.
Key Facts
- A federal judge allowed sharing of basic Medicaid information with ICE.
- This includes details like address, phone number, date of birth, and Medicaid ID.
- Undocumented immigrants cannot enroll in federal Medicaid but may receive emergency coverage.
- Some states offer additional coverage to those not eligible for federal funds.
- The judge restricted what data could be shared, focusing on minimal biographical details.
- The judge's previous ruling had stopped the policy due to lack of clear decision-making.
- The new ruling still leaves questions about the data's necessity for immigration enforcement.
