Judge married to Democratic lawmaker steps aside from Oregon National Guard case
Michael H. Simon, who is married to Oregon Democrat Suzanne Bonamici, has chosen to step back from a case concerning a legal challenge against the Trump administration’s call for federal forces. Simon, appointed to the U.S. District Court for the Oregon District by President Barack Obama, has been involved in lawsuits filed by Oregon and […]
Federal Judge Withdraws from National Guard Case
Federal Judge Recuses Himself from Case Involving Trump and National Guard in Portland A federal judge overseeing a case related to President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard in Portland, Oregon, has chosen to recuse himself. This decision comes after concerns were raised by the Justice Department regarding the judge’s marriage to a Democratic representative. […]
Judge Confirms Final Deportation Order for Suspected MS-13 Member Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal immigration judge has rejected a plea from El Salvador’s Kilmer Abrego Garcia’s lawyers to reopen his immigration case, reaffirming an order for his expulsion. According to ABC News, Abrego Garcia’s attorney mentioned in an emergency motion that he had been expelled to El Salvador but returned shortly afterward. They argued that he had […]
Diddy writes to the judge asking for a ‘second chance’ before sentencing
Disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs sent a heartfelt letter to a Manhattan judge just before his sentencing, expressing a desire to make the judge proud if given a chance for a fresh start. Combs, 55, is set for sentencing on charges linked to “Frak-Off” sex acts involving his longtime escorts. After being convicted in July, […]
Idaho judge halts the release of disturbing images from Kohberger crime scene
Court Decision on Idaho Murder Case An Idaho judge has ruled against the public release of graphic images from the crime scene where Brian Coberger killed four University of Idaho students. On Wednesday, Second District Judge Megan Marshall announced that law enforcement will not be able to release photos depicting blood and the victims’ bodies. […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs appeals to the judge for compassion before his sentencing
Shawn “Diddy” Combs reached out to the judge in a heartfelt letter just before his sentencing following a conviction for prostitution-related offenses. In the nearly four-page letter, he expressed deep remorse, stating, “First and foremost, I would like to apologize and say how sorry I am for all the wounds and pains that I have […]
Judge appointed by Reagan is among Trump’s harshest court critics
Judge Critiques Trump’s Actions on Free Speech and Funding A federal judge appointed by Ronald Reagan has made waves this year with some strong opinions regarding President Donald Trump’s executive actions. This includes scrutiny from two Supreme Court justices for not adhering to the High Court’s emergency directives. US District Judge William Young, who has […]
Judge denies asylum request from Kilmar Abrego Garcia in Baltimore
Immigration Judge Denies Asylum Bid from Kilmer Abrego Garcia A Baltimore immigration judge has turned down Kilmer Abrego Garcia’s request for asylum, which he had first pursued back in 2019. While this ruling isn’t the end of the road, as he has a month to appeal to the Immigration Appeals Committee, it certainly puts him […]
Judge declines Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s request to reopen case, maintains removal order.
Immigration Case Resumes for Alleged MS-13 Member In Washington, Kilmer Abrego Garcia, linked to the MS-13 gang, is facing a final removal order concerning undocumented immigrants. An immigration judge resumed the case on Wednesday after rejecting a request from his attorney. Back in August, Abrego Garcia’s legal team asked for the case to continue, citing […]
Idaho judge prohibits the publication of disturbing images from the scene where Bryan Kohberger killed four people
An Idaho judge has put a stop to the release of graphic photos gathered by investigators following the murders of four University of Idaho students by Brian Coberger in 2022. Second District Judge Megan Marshall made the decision on Wednesday, citing that the circulation of these “incredibly unsettling” images could unintentionally violate the personal privacy […]