Directive

Federal Judge Halts Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Directive in Maryland Ruling

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A federal judge in Maryland has issued a ruling that halts the implementation of an executive order by former President Donald Trump regarding birthright citizenship. This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal battles surrounding the order, which sought to clarify the status of citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants in the United States. The judge’s ruling comes after multiple lawsuits had been filed challenging Trump’s directive, asserting that it contravened established legal interpretations of the 14th Amendment. The amendment has long been understood to guarantee citizenship to anyone born on U.S. … Read more

Judge Strikes Down Controversial ‘Duffy Directive’ Linking Transportation Grants to Immigration Enforcement

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A federal judge in Pennsylvania has ruled against a directive that sought to link Department of Transportation grants to local governments’ compliance with immigration enforcement. This decision comes as a significant setback for the Trump administration, which had aimed to use federal funding as a tool to encourage cities and states to support immigration policies. The case centered around a directive known as the “Duffy Directive,” named after former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao’s chief of staff, who introduced the policy. The rule indicated that municipalities receiving federal transportation funds must demonstrate their cooperation with federal … Read more

Trump’s Immigration Directive Sparks Controversy as Talbot County Denies Sanctuary Status

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Wilmington, Del. — An executive order from President Trump mandates the publication of a list of states and local jurisdictions that hinder federal immigration law enforcement. This initiative aims to identify areas labeled as sanctuary jurisdictions based on their compliance with federal statutes, information-sharing practices, and protections afforded to individuals illegally residing in the United States. Jurisdictions recognized in this list will receive formal notifications regarding their non-compliance, and updates will occur regularly. Currently, Delaware is classified as a sanctuary state along with New Castle County, and the cities of Camden and Newark. In Camden, … Read more

Judge Overrules Trump Directive Aimed at WilmerHale Law Firm, Marking Key Legal Victory

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Boston, Mass. — A federal judge has invalidated an executive order from former President Donald Trump aimed at the WilmerHale law firm, allowing the firm to continue its operations without governmental challenges. The ruling comes amid ongoing discussions about the intersection of legal representation and politics. The order issued in 2020 sought to restrict the law firm’s contract with federal agencies, alleging that its lawyers were engaged in political activities that compromised their professional integrity. WilmerHale has represented various clients, including those in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, and the order drew significant attention from … Read more