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Pentagon’s Controversial Move: Military Lawyers to Serve as Immigration Judges Amid Legal and Ethical Concerns

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Washington, D.C. — The Pentagon is poised to deploy as many as 600 military lawyers, known as Judge Advocate Generals (JAGs), to serve as immigration judges in a controversial move aimed at expediting the review of immigration cases across the United States. Critics, including legal experts and former military lawyers, have raised concerns about the legality and implications of this plan, asserting that it may exacerbate existing issues within the immigration court system. According to reports, military attorneys could begin receiving their new assignments as early as next week. This initiative aims to alleviate a … Read more

Join the Fight for Accountability: Plumas County Invites Residents to Serve on the Civil Grand Jury

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Quincy, California — The Plumas County Civil Grand Jury is seeking residents to join its ranks and engage in an essential civic role. Citizens interested in serving as jurors can apply for a one-year term that runs from July 1 to June 30, dedicating more than 10 hours each week to review community concerns and complaints. Participants receive compensation of $15 per day, along with a mileage stipend for travel. To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens at least 18 years old and have resided in Plumas County for a minimum of one year prior … Read more

Miura & Partners Strengthens U.S. Operations with New Seattle Office to Serve Expanding Japanese Business Interests

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Tokyo-based Miura & Partners is making strides in the U.S. market with the opening of a new office in Seattle, which comes shortly after establishing a presence in San Francisco in 2023. This strategic expansion aims to strengthen the firm’s outreach on the West Coast, a key region for business between the U.S. and Japan. The establishment of the Seattle branch was primarily influenced by the increase in Japanese companies looking to expand their operations in the U.S. The firm, through Miura & Partners US, its strategic partner, intends to capitalize on this trend by … Read more

New York Governor Vetoes Bill Permitting Felons to Serve on Juries, Citing Implementation Challenges

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ALBANY, N.Y. — In a move that has stirred controversy and disappointment among criminal justice reform advocates, New York Governor Kathy Hochul vetoed legislation on Saturday that would have permitted individuals with felony convictions to serve on juries after completing their sentences. This bill, lauded by its proponents as a step toward inclusivity and balance in the judicial system, sought to overturn the enduring statewide prohibition affecting these individuals. The proposed legislation had cleared both houses of the state legislature earlier in the year, signaling a potential end to the lifelong exclusion of felons from … Read more