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Twin Cities Attorney Analyzes New DOJ Directive to Prosecute Non-Compliant Immigration Law Enforcers

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Minneapolis, MN — A new directive from the U.S. Department of Justice is causing a stir among law enforcement circles. The three-page federal memorandum instructs authorities to prosecute law enforcement officials who refuse to enforce immigration laws. This major policy shift emphasizes the federal government’s current stance on immigration enforcement and the consequences for non-compliance. The memo outlines specific prosecutorial actions against those who hinder the enforcement of immigration laws. This includes local and state law enforcement officials who have been known to adopt sanctuary policies, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Officials at … Read more

Lawyer Appeals to White House and DOJ for Assurance on TikTok’s Availability in App Stores

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As concerns grow about the security and privacy practices of the Chinese-owned app TikTok, notable pressure is mounting on U.S. authorities to determine the future availability of the app in American digital stores. At the center of the storm, a prominent attorney has called upon the White House and the Department of Justice to issue clear guidelines regarding the continued distribution of TikTok through app stores. TikTok, the globally popular social media platform known for its short, engaging video content, has been under scrutiny by U.S. lawmakers and regulators over potential risks to national security … Read more

Delaware Legal Landscape Shifts as Veteran DOJ Attorneys Join Top Law Firm

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Wilmington, Delaware – Brockstedt Mandalas Federico LLC, has recently expanded its legal team by appointing a seasoned mass tort attorney and a former corporate litigator from the Delaware Department of Justice. The new hires mark a significant strengthening of the firm’s capabilities in handling complex legal cases. The incoming lawyers bring a wealth of experience to the firm, both boasting impressive backgrounds in their respective fields. The mass tort lawyer has been involved in significant litigations affecting large groups of plaintiffs, while the corporate litigator spent over 15 years at the Delaware Department of Justice, … Read more

Brett Shumate Poised to Steer DOJ Civil Division, Fortifying Trump Administration’s Legal Front

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WASHINGTON — Brett Shumate, a seasoned litigator and partner at the prestigious Washington-based law firm Jones Day, is anticipated to be appointed by President-elect Donald Trump as the head of the Civil Division at the U.S. Department of Justice. This strategic decision positions Shumate to defend the administration’s policies in significant legal battles that lie ahead. During Trump’s initial term in office, Shumate served as a senior official in the Civil Division’s Federal Programs Branch, steering the administration through some of its most contentious legal challenges. His return to the Civil Division, where he is … Read more