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**What Happened** This case involved an immigrant worker who had been granted protection from deportation because they faced the risk of torture if sent back to their home country. Later, the government wanted to reopen the case, claiming they had new evidence that suggested the worker might not actually face torture and could be safely deported. **What the Court Decided** The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that immigration courts can reopen these protection cases when the government presents new, relevant evidence about torture risks that wasn't considered before. The court also decided that previous credibility findings about the worker don't automatically prevent officials from reconsidering the person's believability when new evidence emerges. **Why This Matters for Workers** This ruling affects immigrant workers who have received protection from deportation due to torture concerns. It means their cases aren't permanently closed—the government can potentially challenge their protection status later if new evidence surfaces. Workers in this situation should understand that their protection, while valuable, may not be permanently secure. They should maintain documentation supporting their claims and consider consulting with immigration advocates if their case gets reopened, as they'll need to defend their protection status again.