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government29 days ago•34 min saved

Minnesota judge orders ICE chief to court over contempt risk

The chief judge of Minnesota’s federal court ordered acting ICE director Todd Lyons to personally appear in court on Friday to explain why the agency has not complied with dozens of court orders, including missing a detainee’s bond hearing. Judge Patrick Schiltz said Lyons could be held in contempt and would cancel the hearing if the detainee is released, as protests over ICE tactics persist amid critics of the Trump immigration crackdown following fatal enforcement actions earlier this month.

via Reuters|

#civil-liberties #constitutional-law #government

law-and-courts6 months ago•3 min saved

Kavanaugh defends Supreme Court's emergency order procedures

Justice Brett Kavanaugh defended the Supreme Court's handling of an increased number of emergency appeals, attributing it to presidents relying more on executive orders amid congressional gridlock, and highlighted efforts to improve transparency and process in decision-making.

via CBS News|

#emergency-orders #judicial-process #kavanaugh

law-and-politics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Supreme Court to Decide Trump's Presidential Immunity Appeal"

The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from former President Donald Trump, who is seeking to block the release of his tax returns and other financial records to Congress. The case revolves around the issue of presidential immunity and the extent to which a sitting or former president can be subject to investigation and legal proceedings. This decision sets the stage for a significant legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for presidential power and accountability.

via Financial Times|

#donald-trump #judicial-process #law-and-politics

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"NHL's Response to Sexual Assault Cases and Olympic Return Sparks Controversy"

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman stated that the league will await the conclusion of the judicial proceedings before making any decisions regarding the four players facing sexual assault charges in a 2018 case involving Canada’s world junior team. The players are currently on indefinite leave from their teams, and the league does not consider it necessary to suspend them without pay for the rest of the season. The NHL launched its own investigation in 2022 and pledged to release the findings, but nothing will be released while the case is ongoing.

via The Guardian|

#gary-bettman #judicial-process #nhl