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Judge Upholds Ruling to Shut Down Controversial ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Detention Center Amid Ongoing Federal Appeal

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge in Miami has opted not to delay her ruling that mandates the closure of the controversial immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” This facility, located within the Florida Everglades, has faced scrutiny for its conditions and the handling of its detainees. The federal government had sought to pause the implementation of the judge’s order while it appeals the decision, but the request was denied. The ruling follows increasing concerns regarding the treatment of migrants at the center, which has been a focal point for activists and community leaders. … Read more

Judge Declares Local School Property Taxes Unconstitutional, Demands State Funds to Ensure Adequate Education for All

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Concord, N.H. — Superior Court Judge David Ruoff has determined that the state of New Hampshire has failed to fulfill its obligation to adequately fund public education, a conclusion that extends to the unconstitutionality of varying local school property tax rates across municipalities. Ruoff’s ruling arises from a lawsuit filed by property taxpayers, including Steven Rand, following a New Hampshire Supreme Court decision in July. The high court had upheld Ruoff’s earlier determination that the state’s funding of $4,182 per pupil is “facially unconstitutional,” while affirming his assessment that an adequate funding level is $7,356.01 … Read more

Judge Weighs Legal Rights of Detainees in Controversial Florida Detention Center Amid Civil Liberties Concerns

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MIAMI — A federal judge on Monday evaluated claims surrounding the legal rights of detainees at a temporary immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, amid ongoing litigation concerning operations at the facility, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz.” In the second of two lawsuits addressing conditions at the center, civil rights attorneys urged U.S. District Judge Rodolfo Ruiz to issue a preliminary injunction that would guarantee detainees have confidential access to their legal representatives. The state of Florida has contested these assertions, insisting that such access has not been denied. The attorneys also sought to clarify which … Read more

Judge Challenges Trump’s Historic Lawsuit Against Maryland Federal Judges Over Immigration Policy Enforcement

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BALTIMORE — A federal judge expressed doubt on Wednesday regarding the necessity of a lawsuit launched by the Trump administration against Maryland’s entire federal judiciary. This extraordinary legal action aims to contest an order temporarily halting the deportation of migrants who are challenging their removals. During a hearing in Baltimore, U.S. District Judge Thomas Cullen did not issue an immediate ruling but raised significant questions about the administration’s unprecedented approach. Cullen, who presides over the Western District of Virginia, was assigned to the case due to the unusual circumstance of having all 15 of Maryland’s … Read more