Supreme Court to Weigh In on Controversial Texas Foster Care Case Following Judge’s Removal
AUSTIN, Texas — A controversial lawsuit aimed at reforming Texas’ foster care system has garnered renewed attention as attorneys representing vulnerable children seek intervention from the U.S. Supreme Court. The case, which has spanned more than a decade, challenges the treatment and oversight of children in state custody where conditions have been described as damaging. On Monday, lawyers filed a petition requesting the Supreme Court to review a recent decision made by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. This ruling overturned a contempt order against the state and removed U.S. District Judge Janis Jack … Read more