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Judge Opens Door for Trump to Leverage Alien Enemies Act for Pennsylvania Deportations

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PITTSBURGH — A federal judge has determined that former President Donald Trump is permitted to invoke the Alien Enemies Act in relation to deportation proceedings in Pennsylvania, emphasizing the necessity of providing adequate notice before executing such actions. This ruling comes amid ongoing debates about immigration policies and the authority granted to the executive branch. The decision reflects a broader national conversation about immigration enforcement and the legal frameworks that govern it. The Alien Enemies Act, originally enacted during the War of 1812, allows the government to deport non-citizens considered a threat to national security. … Read more

CFPB Withdraws Lawsuit Against Comerica Bank, Keeping Door Open for Future Actions

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Dallas, Texas — A significant legal action involving Comerica Bank and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was recently dismissed, signaling a shift in enforcement strategies under different U.S. presidential administrations. The CFPB opted to drop a lawsuit against Comerica without explanation, a move that allows for the case to potentially be reopened in the future. This legal decision follows a Texas judge’s refusal last month to pause the lawsuit, criticizing the bureau’s lack of justification for how a stay would serve the cause of justice. Originally, the CFPB filed a single-sentence dismissal at the … Read more

Washoe County Official’s Lawsuit Dismissed, Judge Opens Door for Refiling

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RENO, Nev. — A lawsuit filed by Amber Howell, the former director of Washoe County’s Health and Human Services department, has been dismissed by a federal judge. However, the judge noted sufficient grounds in her claims, permitting Howell the opportunity to amend and refile her case. Howell led the department prior to this legal challenge, focusing on an array of public health services encompassing social services, public health preparedness, and disease control. Her tenure saw various initiatives that aimed at improving community health standards and response capabilities in Washoe County. The specifics of the lawsuit … Read more

Judge Dismisses $40M Lawsuit in Richmond Diamond District Development Dispute, Opening Door for Amended Claim

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Richmond, Va. — A Richmond Circuit Court judge has dismissed a $40 million lawsuit brought by developer Republic Properties against its former partners in the Diamond District project, a sprawling development initiative in Richmond. While the suit has been rejected, the legal skirmish could see new life as the plaintiff considers adjustments to their complaint. The legal action arises from a partnership dispute over the 67-acre, ballpark-centered urban development bordered by Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Hermitage Road, the interstate, and railway tracks. Republic, a D.C.-based firm, originally assembled a group named RVA Diamond Partners LLC, including … Read more