Protecting

Judge Halts Deportation, Protecting Hundreds of Guatemalan Children from Forced Removal

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A federal judge in California has intervened to prevent the deportation of hundreds of Guatemalan children, ordering the Biden administration to pause its planned removals temporarily. This ruling comes amid growing concerns regarding the treatment of these young migrants and the potential consequences of their expulsion from the United States. The decision was prompted by a joint lawsuit filed by a coalition of advocacy groups, emphasizing the urgent need to address the vulnerabilities faced by these children. The groups argued that the deportation of minors, particularly those fleeing violence and poverty in their home country, … Read more

Colorado Takes Bold Stand Against Corporate Tax Evasion with New Laws Closing Loopholes and Protecting Essential Services

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DENVER, Colo. — Governor Jared Polis has approved two significant pieces of legislation aimed at mitigating the impact of a $1 billion budget shortfall created by corporate tax cuts enacted by Congress. The new laws are designed to protect essential state services while addressing loopholes that have allowed corporations to significantly reduce their tax burdens. One of the measures, House Bill 25B-1002, targets foreign tax havens and offshore accounts, making it more difficult for U.S. companies to evade paying taxes on assets held abroad. The second piece of legislation, House Bill 25B-1001, restricts tax incentives … Read more

Justice Served: Craighead County Convicts Three for Disturbing Child Abuse Cases, Protecting Vulnerable Victims

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JONESBORO, Ark. — Three individuals have been convicted for child abuse offenses in separate cases during July in Craighead County. The cases include two men who were found guilty of raping 13-year-old girls and a woman convicted of attempting to kill her 12-year-old daughter, as revealed by Prosecuting Attorney Sonia Hagood. “The strength shown by the victims in these cases was remarkable,” Hagood stated. “Each endured unspeakable trauma and summoned the bravery to confront their abusers in court. Their courage has made these convictions possible and has helped keep predators off our streets.” The first … Read more

Washington State Empowers Good Samaritans with New Law Protecting Rescuers of Children and Pets from Locked Vehicles

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OLYMPIA, Wash. — A new law is now in effect in Washington State aimed at providing legal immunity to individuals who take the initiative to rescue children or pets from locked vehicles. This legislation is part of a broader set of more than 300 laws that have recently been enacted statewide. Under the new law, individuals who break into a locked vehicle to save someone in imminent danger will be protected from civil lawsuits, provided they act with good intentions. This protection is specifically designed for rescues involving vulnerable persons, including children and adults with … Read more