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Republican Proposal Sets to Drastically Restrict Asylum Seekers’ Legal Rights

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WASHINGTON (AP) — There is a growing bipartisan consensus on the need for immigration reform, but significant disagreements remain on the specifics. The ongoing increase in illegal border crossings since 2020 has intensified pressure for changes to the asylum application process. This system is designed to provide protection for noncitizens who fear returning to their home countries. Undocumented migrants entering the United States have limited options to legally stay in the country, with asylum being the primary pathway for many. However, conservative Republicans in Congress are proposing legal changes that would make it more difficult … Read more

Wisconsin’s Top Election Official Prevails in Legal Battle Against Removal Attempt by Republican Senators

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MADISON, Wisconsin – In a significant decision, a judge ruled that Meagan Wolfe, Wisconsin’s top election official, can remain in her position despite a previous attempt by Republican state Senators to remove her. Dane County Circuit Judge Ann Peacock declared that the vote last year to oust Wolfe had “no legal effect.” This ruling comes after months of contention and legal battles between Wolfe and state Republican legislators. The dispute began in June when the state’s bipartisan elections commission, consisting of three Democrats and three Republicans, was deadlocked on a vote to reappoint Wolfe. Subsequently, … Read more

Victory for Wisconsin: Judge Upholds Top Election Official’s Position Despite Republican Attempts for Removal

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MADISON, Wisconsin — In a recent ruling, a judge in Wisconsin has granted permission for the state’s top election official to maintain her position, dealing a blow to the Republican-controlled state Senate’s efforts to remove her. The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) official, Meagan Wolfe, was targeted by the Senate, which alleged misconduct in the handling of the 2020 election. Accusing Wolfe of orchestrating an election rigging scheme in Wisconsin, the Republican-controlled Senate voted in September to terminate her from her role. However, these claims have been proven false after extensive investigations, including nonpartisan audits and … Read more

Judge Alex McVeagh Qualifies for Republican Primary in Race for Division III Circuit Court in Hamilton County

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Chattanooga, Tennessee – Hamilton County General Sessions Court Judge Alex McVeagh has officially qualified to run in the Republican primary election for the Division III Circuit Court race in Hamilton County. Accompanied by former District 29 State Rep. Joan Carter, as well as fellow judges Gary Starnes and Lila Statom, Judge McVeagh filed his nominating petition at the Hamilton County Election Commission. Expressing gratitude for the support he has received so far, Judge McVeagh said, “Today marks the next step in our race to be Hamilton County’s next Circuit Court Judge. I am humbled by … Read more