Military

Pentagon Deploys 600 Military Lawyers to Address Immigration Court Backlogs

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WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is mobilizing to bolster the U.S. immigration court system by deploying approximately 600 military lawyers. This initiative comes amid increasing backlogs in immigration cases, with the aim of alleviating pressures on overwhelmed judges. The decision to use military personnel is part of a broader strategy to streamline immigration proceedings as the Biden administration confronts a surge in migration at the southern border. U.S. immigration courts are facing record delays, with hundreds of thousands of cases pending. The military lawyers will assist in both legal representation and judicial functions, a move designed … Read more

Pentagon Steps in: 600 Military Lawyers to Bolster Immigration Court System Amid Backlog Crisis

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WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized the deployment of up to 600 military lawyers to the Justice Department, where they will take on roles as temporary immigration judges. This decision, outlined in a memo obtained recently, indicates that the military plans to send teams of 150 attorneys—both military personnel and civilians—to assist with the significant caseload at immigration courts. These deployments are expected to begin “as soon as practicable,” with the first group of lawyers identified by next week, the memo states. The initiative arrives amid increasing efforts by the Trump administration to … Read more

Historic Trial Begins: Examining Trump’s Controversial Use of Military for Domestic Policing

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Washington, D.C. — A pivotal trial has commenced regarding the controversial deployment of U.S. military forces in a domestic policing context during former President Donald Trump’s administration. The case, which has drawn significant attention, involves legal challenges against the use of military troops to respond to civil unrest throughout the nation. The trial centers on allegations that the federal government’s actions violated constitutional rights during protests stemming from racial justice movements in 2020. These events were marked by widespread demonstrations following the death of George Floyd, which sparked nationwide calls for police reform and accountability. … Read more

El Paso Jury Finds Cuban National Guilty for Unauthorized Entry into U.S. Military Zone

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EL PASO, Texas — A federal jury in El Paso has found a Cuban national guilty of illegally entering a restricted area of the United States National Defense. The conviction stems from an incident earlier this year when the defendant, identified as 33-year-old Yunior Lastre, allegedly crossed into a highly secured military zone. The prosecution presented evidence showing that Lastre had entered the area without authorization, an act that raised significant security concerns. While the specific details of the event were not disclosed, prosecutors emphasized the potential risks associated with such breaches of national defense … Read more