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law-and-crime1 year ago

"Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott Donates $640 Million; Texas Immigration Law on Hold Again"

A controversial Texas immigration law, S.B. 4, has been put on hold following a series of court orders, causing anxiety for immigrants in the state. Meanwhile, six former Mississippi police officers involved in torturing two Black men have been sentenced, with one receiving 20 years in prison and another 17.5 years. Former President Trump has until Monday to arrange a $454 million bond in a civil fraud case, and new research reveals that cicadas produce jets of pee, which could have various scientific applications.

via NPR|
#cicadas#court-orders#law-and-crime
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Continues Hold on Texas SB4 Immigration Law"

The Supreme Court has extended a temporary block on a new Texas immigration law, known as SB4, which allows police to arrest migrants who illegally cross the border from Mexico and imposes criminal penalties. The law was originally set to go into effect on March 10, but conservative Justice Samuel Alito has now extended the temporary freeze on three occasions, pending further order of the court. The Biden administration argues that the law is inconsistent with Supreme Court precedent, while Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defends it as a means for the state to defend itself from transnational cartels. The law is now blocked indefinitely, giving the justices additional time to determine the next steps.

via NBC News|
#biden-administration#law-and-politics#sb4
politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Temporarily Halts Texas Immigration Enforcement Law"

The Biden administration has appealed to the US Supreme Court to intervene and block Texas' strict immigration law, SB 4, which would authorize local and state law enforcement to arrest migrants suspected of crossing into the state illegally. The law remains temporarily blocked until March 13, as Justice Alito issued an administrative stay. The administration argues that immigration law is solely the responsibility of the federal government, while Texas claims it has the right to act under the State War Clause of the Constitution. The law, signed by Gov. Abbott in December, has sparked outcry from immigrant civil rights organizations across the country.

via ABC News|
#biden-administration#justice-department#politics
immigration2 years ago

"Record-Breaking December Sees Over 302,000 Migrants at US Border Amid Security Warnings"

December 2023 saw a record-breaking number of over 302,000 migrants attempting to cross the U.S. southern border, marking the highest monthly total ever recorded. This surge in illegal crossings has become a significant political issue for President Biden, who is facing criticism from both Republicans and some Democrats for his handling of the situation. Amidst this, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed new laws granting state law enforcement the power to arrest and remove illegal migrants, a move that is expected to face legal challenges from the Biden administration. The ongoing border crisis and the political responses to it are likely to remain contentious as the U.S. grapples with immigration reform and border security.

via Daily Mail|
#biden-administration#immigration#immigration-policy