The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which protects hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, is once again under legal scrutiny as a federal appeals court deliberates its future. Oral arguments were heard today in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in a case brought by Texas and several other states seeking to end the program. This marks the second time in two years that the court has weighed the legality of DACA, which has been the subject of ongoing legal battles since its inception in 2012.
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Senator Lindsey Graham Announces Plan to Introduce Legislation Ending Birthright Citizenship
Senator Lindsey Graham has announced his intention to introduce legislation aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. The South Carolina Republican revealed on Wednesday that he plans to bring forward the Birthright Citizenship Act of 2024, a law that would drastically change the current system by restricting who qualifies for citizenship at birth.
Currently, under the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, any child born on U.S. soil is automatically granted citizenship, regardless of their parents' immigration status. Senator Graham’s proposed. . .
Trump New Jersey Golf Clubs’ Liquor Licenses in Jeopardy After Guilty Conviction
The liquor licenses at two of former President Donald Trump's golf courses in New Jersey are under scrutiny following his recent felony conviction in a hush money case. Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster are at risk of losing their ability to sell alcohol as state officials assess the implications of the conviction on the renewal of their licenses.
Under New Jersey law, individuals convicted of certain crimes are prohibited from holding liquor licenses. Trump's conviction on felony counts related to hush. . .
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is challenging federal efforts to collect $6,700 discovered by the Michigan Treasury Department as part of the restitution he owes. Kilpatrick disputes the federal claim to these funds, which are part of the broader attempt to recover over $824,000 he owes to the City of Detroit.
Kilpatrick, convicted on numerous charges including racketeering in 2013, was originally ordered to pay $1.7 million in restitution. However, he contends that the amount being pursued is inaccurate and continues to challenge it in court. This. . .
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a legal challenge against the federal government's new regulations regarding gun sales. The contentious rule, implemented by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), mandates that private sellers must obtain licenses and conduct background checks on buyers, a move criticized by Paxton as governmental overreach.
The lawsuit filed by Paxton's office asserts that the ATF's rule change is an infringement on states' rights and individual liberties, arguing that such significant alterations to firearm regulations should be decided by. . .
In a move that could drastically impact the social media landscape, the Senate is on the verge of passing a bill that might result in the ban of the popular app TikTok. This legislation, part of a broader foreign aid package expected to clear the chamber soon, aims to compel ByteDance, TikTok's China-based parent company, to sell the app or face prohibition on U.S. devices and networks. Proponents of the measure argue that it's crucial to safeguard national security by preventing the Chinese government from accessing American user data. However, critics raise concerns about potential infringements. . .
The contentious Texas immigration law, Senate Bill 4 (SB4), is currently under scrutiny as it faces legal challenges in a federal appeals court in New Orleans. This law, which grants authority to police agencies in Texas to arrest individuals suspected of being in the country illegally, has sparked heated debates and legal battles. The three-panel judge for the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals provided a platform on Wednesday for the federal government and the legal representatives of Texas to either support or contest SB4.
Texas Solicitor. . .
Appeals Court Grants Trump Appeal as Judge Weighs Fani Willis’ Disqualification
In a legal saga that continues to captivate attention, former President Trump has been given the green light to appeal a recent decision concerning Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis's involvement in the Georgia election interference case. This development coincides with a pivotal moment as Judge Scott McAfee prepares to rule on Willis's potential disqualification from the prosecution team.
Last week, a judge ruled that Willis could remain on the case only if special prosecutor Nathan Wade stepped down. This decision prompted defense attorneys to seek permission to. . .
Showdown Looms: Deadline Approaches for Texas’s Controversial Immigration Law
As the clock ticks down to the expiration of a Supreme Court order, Texas's stringent new immigration law is once again under scrutiny. The law, allowing local law enforcement to arrest individuals they suspect of crossing the border illegally, faces multiple legal challenges. The Supreme Court's temporary hold on the law is set to expire on Wednesday, adding urgency to the ongoing debate.
The law, known for its uncompromising stance, has sparked controversy since its introduction. The Supreme Court's intervention in response to lawsuits temporarily suspended its. . .
NY Appeals Court Denies Trump’s Bid to Halt Civil Fraud Penalty Enforcement
In a recent legal development, a New York appeals court has denied former President Donald Trump's request to halt the enforcement of the civil fraud penalty he faces. The decision marks a significant chapter in the ongoing legal battles surrounding Trump's financial dealings.
The civil fraud penalty in question involves a hefty $355 million fine imposed on Donald Trump. This penalty stems from allegations that he inflated the value of his assets to secure more favorable loans. The New York State court ordered the enforcement of this penalty, triggering Trump's legal efforts to temporarily pause its execution. . .