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The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily froze a lower-court ruling that barred immigration officers from using tear gas and other aggressive tactics against peaceful protesters in Minnesota, keeping enforcement moves like Operation Metro Surge in play while the government pursues an appeal; Maine also declined to issue confidential CBP license plates amid concerns about past enforcement abuses.
Voters in central and south Mississippi are participating in runoff elections to choose a state Supreme Court justice and a Court of Appeals judge. In the Jackson Metro area, incumbent Justice Jim Kitchens is competing against Republican state Sen. Jenifer Branning, while on the Gulf Coast, Jennifer Schloegel and Amy St. Pé are vying for a Court of Appeals seat. Polls close at 7 p.m., and results will be updated by The Associated Press.
The Georgia Court of Appeals unexpectedly canceled the scheduled oral arguments regarding the disqualification of Fulton County DA Fani Willis from the election interference case against Donald Trump and his allies. The court's decision, which surprised many involved, leaves the future of the case uncertain, as it could be decided without further arguments. The cancellation comes amid Trump's recent election as the 47th U.S. president and ongoing appeals by Trump and co-defendants against a previous ruling allowing Willis to continue prosecuting the case.
The Georgia Court of Appeals unexpectedly canceled oral arguments for Donald Trump's appeal against a state court decision that allows Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue prosecuting the 2020 election interference case. The arguments were initially set for December 5, but the court's notice provided no explanation for the cancellation, surprising those involved in the case.
The Georgia Court of Appeals has halted the election interference case against former President Donald Trump until it decides whether District Attorney Fani Willis should be disqualified due to her relationship with a special prosecutor. This stay delays the trial, potentially beyond the November elections, and affects the progress of the case against Trump and his co-defendants. The appeals court's decision could lead to significant changes, including the possible disqualification of Willis and her office.
The Georgia Court of Appeals has set a tentative date of October 4 to hear arguments on removing Fulton County DA Fani Willis from prosecuting the election interference case against Donald Trump, making it unlikely that Trump will go on trial before Election Day.
Savannah Chrisley spoke outside the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in Atlanta before her parents' hearing, expressing hope and prayer for a favorable outcome. Todd and Julie Chrisley, stars of "Chrisley Knows Best," were convicted of various financial crimes and sentenced to prison in 2022. Their appeal hearing took place on April 19, 2024, with supporters, including family members and fans, present. The couple's accountant, Peter Tarantino, is also appealing his sentence.
Fulton County prosecutors are urging the state Court of Appeals not to consider a judge’s ruling allowing District Attorney Fani Willis to continue prosecuting former President Donald Trump and others in an election interference case. The defense argues that Willis' romantic relationship with a former special prosecutor created a conflict of interest, but the DA's office contends that the judge properly applied the law and that the defendants failed to prove their case. The appeals court has until mid-May to decide whether to accept the case, and in the meantime, the trial judge has stated that he will continue to move the case forward.
Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis asks the appeals court to reject Donald Trump's request to reconsider a ruling allowing her to lead the case into his attempts to interfere with the 2020 election in the state. Willis faces frustration after Trump and co-defendants argued for her disqualification, citing an inappropriate relationship with a special prosecutor, which the judge ruled against. Willis has asked the Court of Appeals to dismiss Trump's appeal, stating it reflects his dissatisfaction with the trial court's decision. The court, which leans conservative, has until mid-May to decide on the matter. Willis remains committed to moving forward with the prosecution despite the legal turmoil.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has upheld a preliminary injunction against the state's abortion ban, S.E.A. 1, for individuals whose religious beliefs would compel them to seek abortions prohibited by the law. The court also ruled that the case should proceed as a class action, applying to all individuals in similar circumstances. The ACLU of Indiana emphasized the importance of protecting religious freedom for all Hoosiers and encouraged those affected to seek legal advice and representation.
Crystal Mason, who was sentenced to five years in prison for illegally casting a provisional ballot in the 2016 election, has been acquitted by a Texas appeals court after it reversed its earlier opinion. The court ruled that the prosecution did not have enough evidence to prove that she knew she was ineligible to vote, prompting outrage from voting-rights activists and marking a significant development in a case that has garnered attention for years.
The Michigan Court of Appeals rejected Kristina Karamo's attempt to regain control of the state Republican Party ahead of a weekend presidential caucus convention, following a previous order prohibiting her from claiming she still chairs the Michigan GOP. The court's decision came just days before new chair Pete Hoekstra plans to host congressional district caucus meetings in Grand Rapids to award most of the state party’s presidential delegates to a national nominating convention. Karamo had planned a gathering in Detroit, but a recent order voided her notice for that gathering.
The Michigan Court of Appeals denied Kristina Karamo's request to halt a Kent County Circuit Court's decision that she's no longer chairwoman of the Michigan Republican Party, effectively rendering her planned GOP convention in Detroit meaningless. The ongoing leadership dispute within the party has led to competing caucuses and legal battles, with Karamo and Pete Hoekstra both claiming to be the party's leader. The court ruling against Karamo upheld her removal as chairwoman and barred her from conducting party business, while a new petition has emerged calling for a vote to remove Hoekstra and Co-Chairwoman Malinda Pego.
A court of appeals in Thailand has sentenced political activist Mongkhon Thirakot to a 50-year prison term for insulting the monarchy, finding him guilty of 25 violations of the lèse-majesté law. This decision, believed to be a record sentence for the offense, comes amid increased prosecutions under the law following student-led pro-democracy protests in 2020. The court's ruling reversed previous acquittals, applying the law to references of past rulers as well. The activist's defense team plans to appeal the case to the Supreme Court, while another prominent activist was also recently sentenced to prison for violating the same law.
New York's Court of Appeals has upheld the gag order against Donald Trump in the civil fraud trial, preventing him and his attorneys from making public statements about the courtroom staff. The order was initially issued after Trump made comments about a biased clerk, and the judge plans to issue a decision on damages and additional claims by the end of the month. Trump's lawyers have expressed intent to appeal the ruling.