The U.S. Department of Justice has asserted that a Wisconsin state judge cannot claim immunity from criminal charges related to an incident involving an undocumented immigrant. The controversy surrounds allegations that the judge assisted the immigrant in evading arrest by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents within her courtroom. At the heart of this…
Legal Aid DC is poised to nearly double the size of its Anacostia office by 2026, in response to escalating demands for legal assistance. This strategic relocation aims to enhance accessibility for clients and streamline service delivery, according to a recent announcement by the organization. The planned expansion will enable staff to accommodate more clients…
The legal community is closely monitoring the announcement by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding a “misconduct complaint” filed against Chief U.S. District Judge James Boasberg. This development is noteworthy, particularly given Judge Boasberg’s recent actions in holding the Trump administration in criminal contempt for defying an order that halted deportations. This complaint places Judge…
A federal judge in New York has issued a preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration’s cancellation of National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grants, citing potential First Amendment violations. Judge Colleen McMahon of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York determined that the administration likely engaged in viewpoint discrimination by rescinding…
The Epping Forest District Council in Essex has unanimously passed a motion urging the UK government to close the Bell Hotel, a facility currently housing asylum seekers. This development has caught the attention of local lawmakers and the broader public. The council requested support from local MPs and launched a public petition aiming to trigger…
The Trump administration has initiated legal action against New York City, challenging its sanctuary city laws and contending that they violate federal immigration statutes. In a complaint filed on Thursday, the administration targeted specific sections of the New York City Administrative Code and operations of the NYPD, arguing these local provisions are unconstitutional. The administration…
An Illinois federal judge recently dismissed the Trump administration’s initial lawsuit against local sanctuary policies, affirming the state’s right to refrain from assisting with federal immigration enforcement. This ruling aligns with Illinois, Cook County, and Chicago’s choice to opt out of federal immigration collaboration, highlighting the ongoing tension between local jurisdictions and federal immigration authorities….
A federal judge in Massachusetts has decided to maintain a nationwide injunction against the executive order issued by former President Donald Trump that sought to limit birthright citizenship. This decision underscores ongoing legal battles over presidential authority and constitutional interpretations related to citizenship. The injunction was challenged in court by several states, urging that reducing…
In a strategic move to support sanctuary cities, Milbank LLP has adjusted its fee structure significantly by reducing its hourly rates to represent these municipalities in a legal confrontation with the Department of Justice. This legal battle emerged as the DOJ filed a lawsuit on May 22, challenging the cities’ sanctuary policies, which are designed…
In an unexpected move, Neal Katyal, a prominent attorney with Milbank LLP, has dramatically reduced his billing rate by 90% to represent Santa Clara County in its legal battle against the Trump administration’s efforts to withdraw funding from sanctuary cities. This action underscores the broader legal and political stakes involved in the case, which challenges…
After an impactful six-year tenure, California’s Solicitor General, Michael Mongan, is reflecting on what he describes as a ‘dream job’. [Mongan](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/california-solicitor-general-reflects-on-6-years-of-dream-job?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=BUNW&utm_campaign=00000198-38b1-d41d-abba-7ebba6990000), who became the state’s top appellate lawyer in 2016, has steered a number of significant cases through the courts during his time in office. Mongan highlights several landmark decisions in which he played a…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has initiated deportation flights from Alligator Alcatraz, a new detention facility in the Florida Everglades, announced by Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday. Erected in just eight days on an old airstrip, the site is a central component of President Donald Trump’s intensified immigration enforcement strategy, which has attracted significant…
The legal landscape for the implementation of former President Donald Trump’s initiatives remains complex and contentious. Despite securing several victories in the Supreme Court, many of Trump’s policies are stalled, mired in ongoing legal challenges that continue to surface long after his administration ended. A comprehensive analysis by Bloomberg Law indicates that these challenges highlight…
The Trump administration recently initiated legal proceedings in a New York federal court, aiming to prevent New York City from implementing its sanctuary policies, which the administration claims obstruct federal immigration efforts and infringe upon the U.S. Constitution’s supremacy clause. This legal maneuver underscores an ongoing clash between federal immigration directives and local autonomy over…
The ongoing debate over “sanctuary city” policies has taken another turn as the U.S. Department of Justice recently launched a lawsuit against New York City. This legal action criticizes the city’s refusal to cooperate with federal immigration authorities, a stance that serves as a central element of its sanctuary policies. The lawsuit stands as part…
In the turbulent legal battles surrounding the Trump administration, law firms are increasingly tapping into their profit reserves to sustain prolonged litigation. This financial maneuver underscores the growing costs associated with fighting a former president whose legacy continues to shape the political and legal landscape. Estimates suggest that the expenses for litigating against the Trump…
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently upheld a nationwide block on President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship. This decision comes amidst the backdrop of a Supreme Court ruling that district courts cannot issue nationwide injunctions. The ruling by the 9th Circuit effectively maintains the status quo regarding birthright citizenship,…
In an unfolding legal scenario, investors have raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest involving attorneys tied to an immigration visa investment project based in South Dakota. These issues have fueled litigation between immigrant investors and a lawyer connected with the venture. Allegations center around claims that the lawyer’s dual roles compromised the integrity of…
Senator Susan Collins of Maine has announced her opposition to the confirmation of Emil Bove, President Donald Trump’s nominee for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, citing concerns over his impartiality and adherence to the rule of law. In a statement, Collins emphasized the necessity for judges to uphold the Constitution and…
The recent upheaval within the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey underscores the intricate interplay between federal judicial authority and executive power, particularly in the appointment and tenure of U.S. Attorneys. Alina Habba, a former personal attorney to President Donald Trump, was appointed as interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey on March…
The landscape of public interest litigation is experiencing a notable shift as boutique law firms and retired lawyers increasingly engage in pro bono work. This trend emerges amidst heightened governmental scrutiny on large law firms. As fiscal and regulatory pressure mounts, these firms often find their capacity to take on pro bono public interest cases…
The judicial landscape saw a significant development as Maryland federal judges took a firm stance in defending a standing order from the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. This order is designed to safeguard against the swift deportations of local detainees who file habeas corpus petitions. The counsel for the judges underscored that…
The U.S. Supreme Court has offered significant reinforcement to the White House’s initiatives, particularly evident in President Donald Trump’s policies on immigration and the federal workforce. This series of judicial endorsements has intensified focus on the court’s internal dynamics, particularly among its liberal dissenters, whose disagreements have surfaced in various rulings. While the conservative majority…
Allegations of severe mistreatment in Florida immigration detention facilities have recently come to light, as Human Rights Watch (HRW) unveiled a report detailing the conditions faced by detainees. The report describes the experiences of individuals held in the Krome North Service Processing Center, the Broward Transitional Center, and the Federal Detention Center. According to the…
Maryland federal judges have expressed strong opposition to a legal challenge initiated by the Trump administration, which contests a standing order that temporarily halts the deportation of detained noncitizens who file habeas corpus petitions. This legal move has been characterized by the judges as an “unprecedented” attempt to alter the procedural safeguards provided to noncitizens…