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El Paso Leaders Slam Texas Attorney General’s Lawsuit Against Annunciation House, Calling it an Attack on Humanitarian Aid

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El Paso, Texas – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s recent lawsuit against Annunciation House, a Catholic nonprofit organization involved in addressing the ongoing migrant crisis, has sparked strong criticism from El Paso leaders. The religious nonprofit had previously sued Paxton’s office to delay the release of records, following a demand from the state for detailed documentation on the immigrant clients served by Annunciation House. Paxton’s decision to sue Annunciation House for non-compliance with the state’s information request has been met with outrage. The organization has been accused by Paxton of “worsening illegal immigration.” However, Annunciation … Read more

Republican Senator Publicly Rebukes Texas AG Ken Paxton: Criminal Defense Lawyers Calling Out His Actions

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Washington, D.C. – In a fiery exchange during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, a Republican senator rebuked Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing him of employing defense lawyers who had called the top law enforcement official’s own criminal conduct into question. This heated confrontation took place amidst an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and abuse of office by Paxton, which has raised troubling questions about his credibility and ability to discharge his duties. The clash unfolded as Senator Sheldon Whitehouse from Rhode Island challenged Paxton directly, asserting that his defense attorneys had held serious doubts … Read more

Legal Experts Critique Trump’s ‘Desperate’ Attempt to Have D.C. Jury Hear Lawsuit, Calling Claims ‘Wild and Irrational’

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Legal experts are criticizing what they see as President Trump’s desire for a Washington, D.C., jury to hear his case, calling it “wild and irrational claims.” Trump’s legal team has argued in court that he should be allowed to face a jury trial in the nation’s capital, despite him being a former president. This move has been met with skepticism from legal experts who argue that it is a desperate attempt to find a sympathetic jury. The idea of a D.C. jury hearing Trump’s case stems from a defamation lawsuit brought against him by former … Read more

Calling All Power Lawyers: Submit Nominations for the Entertainment Industry’s Definitive Ranking

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LOS ANGELES, California — The Hollywood Reporter is now accepting nominations for its 18th annual Power Lawyers feature, which ranks the top attorneys in the entertainment industry. To nominate someone for consideration, submit a form by 6 p.m. PT on February 16. Each year, the editors at THR review hundreds of nominations and carefully vet candidates to compile a list of the lawyers Hollywood relies on for significant legal battles and groundbreaking talent deals. When submitting nominations, it is important to highlight the attorney’s accomplishments from the past year, focusing on recent and ongoing work … Read more