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U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis warned Border Patrol leader Gregory Bovino that their recent use of tear gas in Chicago may be violating a court order, raising concerns about the agents' conduct and adherence to legal restrictions.
A federal judge in Florida dismissed the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump, ruling that the special counsel was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. The special counsel's office plans to appeal the decision. This dismissal is a significant legal and political victory for Trump, who is also facing other legal challenges.
Vice President Kamala Harris has cast her 32nd tiebreaking vote in the Senate, setting a new record for the most deciding votes by a vice president. This surpasses the previous record set by John C. Calhoun in 1832. Harris's tiebreaking votes have been crucial in advancing key legislation and confirming federal judges. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer presented Harris with a golden gavel to commemorate the milestone.
A federal appeals court in New Orleans has temporarily halted a federal judge's ruling that struck down a part of the Affordable Care Act requiring most insurers to cover preventative care, including vaccines and screenings for cancer, diabetes, and HIV. The Biden administration sought the stay, saying the lower court judge's decision would affect preventive care for 150 million people. The appeal is in the early stages, and the appeals court has not yet set a date for arguments.