Enforcement

USCIS Gains New Law Enforcement Powers: Special Agents Now Authorized to Tackle Immigration Violations

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in Washington announced new enforcement powers for its agents, enabling them to play a more active role in addressing immigration law violations. This development follows the publication of a final rule that expands the agency’s law enforcement capabilities. Under the newly established guidelines, agents classified as USCIS 1811 will be able to investigate, arrest, and prosecute individuals who violate immigration laws. This significant change comes as part of the Department of Homeland Security’s initiative to enhance the effectiveness of USCIS in national security and public safety matters. Kristi Noem, the … Read more

Texas Proxy Advisors Win Initial Legal Battle as Judge Halts Controversial SB 2337 Enforcement

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AUSTIN, Texas — A recent ruling has temporarily halted the enforcement of a Texas law that introduced new regulations for proxy advisors, specifically those recommending votes based on non-financial factors. This law, known as Senate Bill 2337, is designed to bring more transparency to proxy advisory firms’ recommendations. Last week, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright granted a preliminary injunction stopping the Texas Attorney General from enforcing the law against two major proxy advisory firms, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis. The ruling allows the case to progress to trial, which is scheduled for February … Read more

Judge Penalizes Mt. Juliet Security Firm for Impersonating Law Enforcement, Avoids License Suspension

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A ruling by an administrative law judge has determined that a security company in Mt. Juliet, Solaren, improperly allowed employees to don police identification, leading to significant penalties. The decision, which spans 37 pages, was issued by Judge Claudia Padfield and revealed a $64,000 fine against the company. The ruling follows a series of investigations that highlighted concerns about Solaren’s practices, suggesting that “imposter police officers” operated under its auspices throughout Nashville. The whistleblower reporting initiated by local media led to these scrutinies, necessitating judicial review of the company’s conduct. Judge Padfield’s … Read more

Tragic Turn: Fatal Attempt to Flee Law Enforcement in Berkeley County

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In Berkeley County, South Carolina, a law enforcement encounter led to a tragic outcome when a suspect attempted to flee, resulting in a fatality. Authorities reported that the incident unfolded as officers pursued the individual, who was later confirmed deceased at the scene. The situation began when officers attempted to apprehend the suspect, whose identity has not been released, during a routine operation. As law enforcement pursued, the suspect made an abrupt decision to escape, prompting a responsive reaction from the officers involved. Local officials have stated that the chase occurred in a residential area, … Read more