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Judges Cite Trump’s Statements in Court to Counteract Lawyer’s Claims

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Documents and judges are increasingly citing former President Donald Trump’s own statements as critical evidence in a number of court cases, complicating the efforts of his attorneys who are trying to defend him across a litany of legal challenges. As Trump faces several investigations and lawsuits, his extensive history of public comments, tweets, and speeches are being used against him effectively in courtrooms. Notably, in cases related to allegations of fraud within his business practices, election interference, and incitement of unrest, attorneys and judges are finding his past remarks to provide relevant insights into his … Read more

NY Legal Groups Unite Against ICE Courthouse Arrests, Cite State Laws for Protection

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New York, N.Y. — In response to heightened federal deportation activities, a consortium of about a dozen legal associations, led by the New York County Lawyers’ Association, has reiterated the protections afforded under state law to those attending court proceedings. Since the onset of 2023, New York’s Unified Court System has witnessed two detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on its premises. The collective, which includes prominent groups such as the Asian American Bar Association of New York and the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s New York chapter, issued a joint declaration on Friday. They … Read more

Undocumented Immigrants Face Uncertainty as Legal Experts Cite Limited Options Amid Deportation Threats

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Miami, FL — Willy Allen, a prominent immigration attorney based in Miami, recently encountered a particularly distressing scenario when a Nicaraguan woman, fearful and undocumented since 2007, sought his counsel. Her fears are reflective of a broader trend of anxiety that has gripped the undocumented immigrant community, especially in the wake of political promises by some leaders to carry out extensive deportations. Her major concern, which Allen sadly affirmed, was about the potential ramifications for her U.S.-born son in any forced removals. Moreover, current political discourse has done little to alleviate these anxieties, with promises … Read more

Florida Authors Contest Book Bans in Escambia County, Cite First Amendment Rights in Ongoing Legal Battle

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The debate over the appropriate selection of books in Florida’s public schools has escalated, transitioning from local school board debates to legal battlefields. Recently, the spotlight has turned to Escambia County where a group of authors has taken legal action against the school district following the removal of books, including the noted children’s book “And Tango Makes Three.” The authors claim this action infringes on their First Amendment rights and have sought to interrogate school board members to uncover the rationale behind the book bans. A federal judge, however, has ruled that board members are … Read more