US Judge Upholds Florida Law Restricting Chinese and Seven Other Countries from Buying Property

A US judge has declined to block a new Florida law that limits the ability of Chinese citizens to purchase property in the state. The law, which went into effect on July 1, will remain in place while the court case continues. The plaintiffs argue that the law is discriminatory, violates fair housing standards, and is unconstitutional. The lawsuit is supported by the US Justice Department.