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Even if the states lose the appeals court ruling, the case may not head directly to the supreme court. The states may decide to continue litigating the case in the district court, seeking a slightly different type of relief from the restraining order granted by Judge Robart. The states could seek a preliminary injunction, which would also have the effect of suspending Trump’s executive order in the near term.

If the appeals court rules in favor of the states, the justice department may appeal to the supreme court, may hold off on an appeal until the supreme court landscape changes, or may mount a challenge in a different district court, or take as yet unforeseen action.