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Wisconsin Judge Charged with Obstruction in Immigration Case, Claims Immunity

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is charged with obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest after allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade immigration agents at her courthouse; she filed a motion to dismiss, citing judicial immunity.

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Federal Courts Block Trump Administration's Use of Alien Enemies Act

Federal courts, including those with Trump-appointed judges, are blocking the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport undocumented immigrants, citing concerns about due process and the act's applicability outside of wartime; the cases are building toward a potential Supreme Cou...

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Federal Judge Upholds ICE Enforcement at Religious Sites

A federal judge upheld a Trump-era policy permitting ICE enforcement at churches and other religious sites, rejecting claims by over two dozen Christian and Jewish organizations that it violates religious freedom and causes decreased attendance; the judge found insufficient evidence to support those...

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Trump Administration Defies Court Order, Deporting Venezuelans to El Salvador

The Trump administration defied a federal judge's order and deported Venezuelan alleged gang members to El Salvador, sparking a debate about a potential constitutional crisis as the executive branch challenged judicial authority.

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Trump's Second Inauguration: A Shift Towards Court-Centric Governance

Donald Trump's second inauguration, marked by a "shock and awe" strategy of executive orders, signals a shift towards a court-centric governance model reminiscent of historical monarchies, challenging the traditional separation of powers in the US.

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House Passes Bill Adding 66 Federal Judgeships Amidst Veto Threat

The House passed a bill adding 66 federal judgeships, despite President Biden's veto threat, with 29 Democrats supporting it, reflecting a shift in partisan dynamics after the election.

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AI Victim Impact Statement Used in Arizona Road Rage Sentencing

An Arizona court used AI to create a video of a road rage victim, Christopher Pelkey, who was killed in 2021, to deliver a victim impact statement at the sentencing of his killer, Gabriel Paul Horcasitas, resulting in a 10.5-year prison sentence.

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NC Appeals Court Temporarily Shifts State Board of Elections Appointment Power

A North Carolina appeals court temporarily overturned a lower court ruling, granting Republican legislative leaders' request to transfer the power to appoint the State Board of Elections members from Democratic Governor Josh Stein to Republican State Auditor Dave Boliek, potentially altering the boa...

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Court Rules President Can Fire Independent Agency Members Without Cause

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that President Trump can fire members of independent agencies without cause, impacting the National Labor Relations Board and Merit Systems Protection Board, and potentially setting a precedent for other agencies.

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Arizona Supreme Court Uses AI Avatars to Explain Rulings

The Arizona Supreme Court created AI avatars, Victoria and Daniel, to explain its rulings in videos, aiming to improve public understanding and trust after facing criticism for its handling of an abortion ruling; this is a first in US state courts.

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UK Criminal Justice System Faces Crisis Due to Underfunding

The UK's criminal justice system faces a crisis due to underfunding, leading to lawyer shortages, court backlogs, and inadequate oversight; solutions include increased legal aid, court investment, and systemic reforms.

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Abortion Ballot Measures: Wins and Losses

Analysis of the outcomes of state abortion ballot measures in the recent US elections, and their potential impact.

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