A federal judge has blocked the end of Title 42. Yuma's mayor on how this will affect the city

Published: Monday, May 23, 2022 - 11:34am
Updated: Monday, May 23, 2022 - 11:36am
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City of Yuma
Douglas Nicholls

A federal judge has blocked the Biden administration from ending Title 42, which was scheduled to end May 23.

The Trump-era public health order, which aimed to slow the spread of COVID-19, will continue, setting up what is likely to be a lengthy legal battle. 

Douglas Nicholls is the mayor of Yuma.

The Show spoke with him to learn about the decision and how the protocol has affected his community.

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