All articles tagged with #law and order
Originally Published 11 days ago — by CBS News
Former Colorado district attorney Christian Hatfield was disciplined after sending a controversial and emotionally harmful text message to a staff member, which also led to violations of attorney rules. He faces a six-month license suspension, stayed with probation, and did not seek re-election after losing his bid for re-election.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Tribune
Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino was initially enthusiastic about meeting a federal judge to show the violence on Chicago streets but later filed a motion claiming that daily briefings interfere with his duties, surprising the judge. The situation involves allegations of excessive force and controversial immigration enforcement actions, with Bovino actively involved in high-profile raids and protests, amid ongoing legal and public scrutiny.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
A federal judge in Chicago ordered Border Patrol chief Bovino to report daily on immigration enforcement activities, including use-of-force and tear gas incidents, and to wear a body camera, amid concerns over federal agents' conduct and identification during operations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
U.S. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino has been ordered to appear in a Chicago federal court after being accused of violating a court order by using tear gas against protesters, with video evidence supporting the allegations. The judge has called for Bovino to face a hearing following concerns over aggressive tactics during immigration enforcement operations in Chicago.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
A federal judge in Chicago has ordered immigration officers to wear body cameras following concerns over aggressive tactics used against protesters, including tear gas. The judge emphasized the importance of transparency and monitoring of ICE activities amid increased community oversight and protests. The deployment of cameras is part of broader efforts to regulate law enforcement conduct during immigration enforcement operations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Independent
Hamas has returned to Gaza's streets to restore order, clashing with armed gangs and executing alleged criminals, amid ongoing tensions with Israel and international calls for disarmament, which Hamas has not fully accepted. The situation remains volatile with concerns over the potential threat to the fragile ceasefire and the influence of armed groups in Gaza.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Donald Trump falsely claimed that National Guard troops were 'in place' in Portland to restore 'law and order,' but reports indicate no troops were deployed at the time, and officials criticized the move as unnecessary and costly. The situation involves legal challenges and conflicting narratives about the city's condition, with Trump continuing to spread misinformation about Portland's safety.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The White House (.gov)
The memorandum outlines federal efforts to combat violent crime in Memphis, Tennessee, including establishing a Memphis Safe Task Force with multiple agencies, coordinating law enforcement actions, and mobilizing the National Guard to restore public safety and order in the city.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Deadline
NBCUniversal and Wolf Entertainment launched a dedicated Law & Order FAST channel in the U.S., offering seasons 5-10 on multiple streaming platforms, with more seasons to be added later, marking the first time the series has its own FAST channel and debuting day-and-date across platforms.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by HuffPost
President Donald Trump suggested for the second consecutive day that Americans might prefer a dictator to lead the country, framing it as a solution to crime, while denying he is a dictator. His comments have sparked concerns about authoritarian tendencies and the erosion of democratic norms.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
JD Vance was booed and heckled during a photo op with National Guard troops in Washington, where he and others promoted a law and order message amidst protests calling for the 'Free DC' movement. The event was marked by chants, protests, and Vance's comments on crime and safety in the city, amid a controversial deployment of troops to the capital.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
President Trump has emphasized a 'law and order' approach by criticizing Democratic-led cities' crime policies and taking actions like nationalizing D.C. police, which has highlighted Democrats' struggles to effectively counter GOP narratives on crime. Despite data showing crime reductions, public perception remains that crime is a serious issue, complicating Democrats' messaging and policy positioning on criminal justice reform.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
The second week of President Trump's deployment of federal troops and law enforcement in Washington, D.C., has raised concerns about overreach and a lack of clear exit strategy, amid claims of a false crime crisis and growing tensions between federal and local authorities, with community leaders emphasizing de-escalation and resilience.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The National Guard has arrived in Washington DC amid warnings from Democratic mayors that President Trump’s deployment of federal troops and law enforcement into the city and other major cities represents an overreach of power, raising concerns about potential authoritarian tactics and the undermining of local authority.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Politico
House Republicans support Trump’s efforts to change DC crime policies, including ending cash bail, while Democrats oppose these moves, criticizing them as political overreach and a distraction from other scandals. The legislative process may be complicated by the filibuster in the Senate, but the issue is likely to influence upcoming midterm elections.