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Judge Curbs Immigration Lawsuit Against ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Citing Detainees’ Legal Access

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Miami — A federal judge has dismissed part of a lawsuit filed by immigrant advocates against a Miami-area detention center known informally as “Alligator Alcatraz.” The suit was challenged on the grounds that many plaintiffs have had access to legal representation, prompting the decision to transfer the case to a different jurisdiction. U.S. District Judge Rodolfo Ruiz, appointed during the Trump administration, made the ruling soon after a Monday hearing in which lawyers for the detainees sought a requirement for increased legal access at the facility. In his overnight ruling, Judge Ruiz noted several changes … Read more

Canadian Immigration Lawyer Advocates for Overhaul as Government Curbs Border ‘Flagpoling’ to Ease Processing Delays

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Windsor, Ontario — A decision by the Canadian federal government to restrict the practice known as flagpoling, where individuals exit and re-enter the country quickly to expedite immigration processes, has been met with approval from local immigration attorney Eddie Kadri. Kadri advocated for these changes and expressed his views on further necessary reforms to streamline immigration procedures. Kadri, who has practiced law for approximately two decades, emphasized that while the government’s action was commendable, it was also crucial to address the prolonged processing times that often drive immigrants to resort to flagpoling. He pointed out … Read more

Utah Supreme Court Bolsters Citizen-Led Initiatives, Curbs Legislative Overreach on Ballot Measures

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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — In a landmark decision, the Utah Supreme Court on Thursday sided decisively with citizen-led grassroots efforts, holding that the state legislature acted unconstitutionally when altering a voter-approved ballot initiative that created an independent redistricting commission. The ruling not only impacts how congressional district maps are drawn but also signifies a broader protection for voter-driven initiatives aimed at governmental reform. The case arose after the 2018 approval of the ballot initiative aimed at curbing gerrymandering was significantly rewritten by Utah’s legislature, a move critics said undermined the will of the voters. … Read more