Immigrant

Milwaukee Judge’s Legal Troubles Deepen as Federal Court Rejects Immunity in Immigrant Case

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Milwaukee, Wis. — Judge Hannah Dugan is moving closer to facing trial over allegations that she aided a wanted undocumented immigrant escape from her courtroom. A federal judge has rejected a motion to dismiss the charges against her, marking a significant step in the ongoing legal proceedings. The ruling came Tuesday from U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman, who dismissed Dugan’s claim of immunity based on her position as a county judge. In his decision, Adelman emphasized that the nature of the allegations does not exempt her from prosecution. He referenced other cases involving judicial misconduct … Read more

AME Awards 2025 Celebrate Bold Marketing Innovations: Champions Tackle Social Issues from Beauty Standards to Immigrant Rights

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New Delhi — The New York Festivals AME Awards®, honoring marketing effectiveness globally since 1994, revealed its winners for 2025. This year’s competition saw a diverse range of entries from six continents, showcasing innovative campaigns that addressed significant social issues. The victors were chosen by a Grand Jury made up of executives and strategic thinkers in the industry, who assessed submissions on their creativity and tangible results. The jury conferred several top honors, including the prestigious AME Grand Award (Best of Show), three Regional Campaign of the Year awards, and the inaugural AME WE Champion … Read more

Longtime Arizona Resident Faces Swift Deportation Amid Legal Battle Over Immigrant Rights

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WASHINGTON — Federal immigration officials are moving to expeditiously deport an Arizona woman who has resided in the United States for nearly three decades. This case, referred to by her legal team as a significant challenge to federal law, contends that long-term immigrants must have their day in court before removal. Mirta Amarilis Co Tupul’s attorneys filed a lawsuit on Saturday in U.S. District Court in Arizona, seeking an immediate halt to her planned deportation to Guatemala, which they argue is unjust. “Only this administration would go this far,” said Chris Godshall-Bennet, Co Tupul’s lead … Read more

Twenty-One Democratic Attorneys General Unite to Challenge Trump Administration’s Restrictions on Immigrant Access to Essential Social Services

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WASHINGTON — A coalition of 21 Democratic state attorneys general initiated legal action on Monday opposing new restrictions on social services for undocumented immigrants imposed by the Trump administration. This lawsuit targets essential programs, including Head Start, health clinics, and adult education initiatives, that traditionally serve vulnerable populations. Historically, individuals without legal status have faced considerable limitations in accessing various public benefits such as food stamps and financial aid for college. However, the administration’s recent regulatory changes have further diminished their access to community programs funded by federal money. These alterations are designed to enforce … Read more