Judge continues to block Trump’s firing of federal watchdog
Federal judge denies Trump’s request to unblock birthright citizenship order
Trump continues to defy court orders
A federal judge ruled — for a second time — that Trump must comply with a court order blocking his administration from cutting off funding to the U.S. Agency for International Development. The Trump administration appealed the decision today.
Just like Trump, constitutional sheriffs have expressed that they aren't beholden to any court, often escaping serious consequences when they defy the law. It's part of an effort to reshape the law to their own purposes, Democracy Docket contributor Jessica Pishko argued in a new piece.
Senate committee considers Harmeet Dhillon to lead DOJ Civil Rights Division
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a confirmation hearing today for Harmeet Dhillon, who was nominated to lead the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, which is tasked with enforcing voting rights and anti-discrimination laws. Read here to learn more about Dhillon's anti-voting record.
Arizona court dismisses right-wing group’s election administration lawsuit
