Truckers Sue Over Calif. Immigrant Drivers License Freeze

By Linda Chiem · January 8, 2026, 7:47 PM EST

A group representing Chinese American truckers sued the Trump administration Wednesday, alleging the sweeping federal crackdown on immigrant truck drivers has forced California to freeze issuing or renewing all nondomiciled commercial...

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Documents

Complaint

Case Information

Case Title

Chinese American Truckers Association v. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration et al

Case Number

5:26-cv-00063

Court

California Central

Nature of Suit

Other Statutes: Administrative Procedures Act/Review or Appeal of Agency Decision

Date Filed

January 07, 2026

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