Maricopa County introduces new presiding Judge Pamala Gates
Maricopa County Welcomes New Leadership in Court System Maricopa County, Arizona. – The court system, vital for millions, has recently transitioned to new leadership. Judge Pamala Gates now oversees the Arizona Judicial Branch of Maricopa County, which is the fourth-largest court system in the United States. What we know: Her goal is to establish a […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia will stay in jail in Tennessee while the judge considers release arguments.
Abrego Garcia’s Pretrial Status Remains Uncertain Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain in prison in Tennessee for at least another week as prosecutors argue that his release could pose risks of flight and harm to the community. US District Judge Waverly D. Crenshaw Jr. indicated on Wednesday that he will soon make a decision regarding Abrego’s […]
Judge expected to maintain Abrego Garcia’s detention to avoid rapid deportation
Deportation Proceedings for Kilmer Abrego Garcia GREENBERT, Maryland — U.S. District Judge Paula Sinis seems likely to issue a temporary restraining order to stop the Trump administration from deporting Kilmer Abrego Garcia if he is released from custody next week. Judge Sinis mentioned that, should she grant the restraining order, it would be limited and […]
Judge Orders Trump to Stop Immigration Raids in Los Angeles
Federal Judge Halts Immigration Raids in California A judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to stop immigration raids in Los Angeles and its neighboring counties. The ruling comes after findings that agents were detaining individuals without sufficient evidence of immigration violations. US District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong issued two temporary restraining orders on […]
Judge Maintains Halt on Cutting Funding for Planned Parenthood
Massachusetts Judge Extends Restraining Order on Medicaid Funding Cuts A judge in Massachusetts has decided to extend a temporary restraining order, effectively halting new regulations that would reduce Medicaid funding to specific planned parent-child health centers. Federal judge Indira Talwani, appointed during the Obama administration, issued a ruling stating that the law preventing Medicaid reimbursements […]
Judge directs LAPD to cease firing rubber bullets at journalists.
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order that stops reporters from being targeted with rubber projectiles and other forms of less lethal ammunition during protests against Trump’s immigration policies. In a ruling released on Friday, US District Judge Hernan D. Bella noted that a coalition of organizations advocating for reporters’ rights argued for […]
Judge rejects effort by Trump administration to throw out Abrego Garcia lawsuit
Federal Judge Denies Trump’s Attempt to Dismiss Abrego Garcia Lawsuit A federal judge in Maryland recently rejected an effort by the Trump administration to dismiss a lawsuit concerning Kilmer Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported. Garcia returned to the United States last month after facing deportation. US District Judge Paula Xinis issued a brief order […]
Judge decides Cochise County can hold new election for jail tax as part of settlement.
LoteBeat is a nonprofit news organization focused on voting access and election management throughout the United States. Judges in Arizona have permitted Cochise County officials to discard the results from local tax elections after a challenger pointed out a state law that the county has decided not to follow. The lawsuit centers on the county’s […]
Judge instructs lawyers in Kilmar Abrego Garcia case to avoid public statements
NASHVILLE — A federal judge overseeing the criminal case against Kilmer Abrego Garcia has instructed his attorneys not to make public comments regarding the case. This directive from U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw followed a request from Abrego’s lawyer. He argued that officials were engaging in “public disparity campaigns” that could sway public opinion and […]
Trump faces setback as judge dismisses executive order asserting ‘invasion’ at the border
Customs and Border Protection Agents are questioning a family seeking asylum at Paso del Norte Bridge on May 11, 2023. WASHINGTON – A federal judge issued a ruling on Wednesday that blocks President Donald Trump’s efforts to limit asylum claims, citing the need for national protection amid ongoing concerns at the southern borders. This marked […]
