US state lawmakers push to allow lawsuits against ICE agents

'Don't enforce the law by breaking the law': Angry judge torches ICE for 'unlawfully' detaining high school student, threatens DOJ with sanctions for 'baseless' argument | Law & Crime

A federal judge in Florida strongly criticized the Trump administration's immigration detention policy and the U.S. Department of Justice's legal arguments in support of it. The judge ordered the release of a high school student who was unlawfully detained and threatened to sanction the DOJ for their arguments.

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White House alters arrest photo of ICE protester, says "the memes will continue" - Ars Technica

IANAL and I won't get into the nitty gritty of it, but every case in which the government does this, they basically tank their case. When you prosecute someone, you have to shut up and not do anything to endanger your case. So why do it? When it's a guaranteed loss? Because

New York State May Allow "Dancing by Default"

New York State may allow 'dancing by default' in taverns and bars, simplifying licensing and reducing confusion. Governor Kathy Hochul proposed this change to improve transparency and cut red tape, allowing businesses to operate as both restaurants and bars at different times with a new hybrid license. This proposal aims to address the current complexity and lack of clarity in the licensing process for dancing in these establishments.

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says - KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo reveals that immigration officers can now forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant, raising concerns about constitutional protections against illegal searches. This change reverses previous guidance and could face legal challenges and criticism from advocacy groups. The memo states that administrative warrants are sufficient for forced entry if there’s a final order of removal.

He Went to Prison for Gene-Editing Babies. Now He’s Planning to Do It Again | WIRED

Chinese scientist He Jiankui, who was imprisoned for creating the world’s first gene-edited babies, is now planning to use gene editing to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Despite facing legal restrictions, he aims to conduct research in South Africa or other countries where regulations permit.

SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, January 21 - SCOTUSblog

The SCOTUSblog provides a detailed report on the Supreme Court's activities for Wednesday, January 21. The court will hear arguments in a significant case regarding President Donald Trump's firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Additionally, the court released opinions on three cases, including Berk v. Choy, Ellingburg v. United States, and Coney Island Auto Parts Unlimited, Inc. v. Burton. The blog also covers recent Supreme Court decisions, upcoming oral arguments, and notable legal developments.

What to Do if ICE Invades Your Neighborhood | WIRED

This WIRED article provides guidance on staying safe and taking action in communities where ICE has increased its presence. It emphasizes the importance of creating safety plans, being aware of potential digital surveillance, and knowing how to document and report ICE activity. The article also highlights the role of community support and advocacy in countering ICE operations.

Supreme Court appears wary of allowing Trump to fire Fed's Cook in closely watched case : NPR

The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of President Trump's attempt to fire Lisa Cook, a Fed governor, which experts say would undermine the central bank's independence. The case hinges on whether the president's decision to fire a Fed board member is reviewable by any court. The administration claims Cook falsified documents to obtain loans, which she denies. The court's decision is unclear, but it has previously allowed Trump to remove other agency leaders, though it has also noted the Fed's unique structure.

Doge improperly shared sensitive social security data, DoJ court filing reveals | Trump administration | The Guardian

The Trump administration has admitted in a federal court filing that employees working for Elon Musk’s cost-cutting operation accessed and improperly shared Americans’ sensitive social security data. The Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) signed a secret data-sharing agreement with an unidentified political advocacy group, aiming to find evidence of voter fraud and overturn election results. The Social Security Administration (SSA) had no prior knowledge of the agreement and discovered it during an unrelated review. The SSA has referred two potential violations of the Hatch Act to the Office of Special Counsel for investigation. Doge members shared data using Cloudflare, an unauthorized third-party server, and it remains unclear what information was transmitted or if it still exists on the server.

ICE Details a New Minnesota-Based Detention Network That Spans 5 States | WIRED

Internal ICE planning documents propose spending up to $50 million on a privately run network capable of shipping immigrants in custody hundreds of miles across the Upper Midwest.

Trump Can Prosecute Anyone Now - The Atlantic

This article discusses how the Department of Justice under Donald Trump's second term has allegedly become his personal law firm, focusing less on impartial justice and more on prosecuting his political enemies while protecting his allies. The Supreme Court's 2024 decision granting presidents 'absolute immunity' for 'official acts' has enabled Trump to abuse his prosecutorial power without fear of criminal liability.

Stephen Miller claims local police in Minnesota have been told to ‘stand down and surrender’ as federal agents ‘uphold the law’ | The Independent

Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff for policy, claimed local and state police in Minneapolis have been ordered to 'stand down and surrender' as protests against ICE continue in the city. The Minneapolis Police Department denied this claim. Protests have erupted in the state following the shooting death of Renee Good, 37, by an ICE agent. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey described federal agents as an 'occupying force'.

The U.S. Supreme Court could throw a wrench into Trump’s plan to take Greenland as soon as Tuesday

This article discusses the potential impact of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's plan to acquire Greenland, which he had threatened to purchase through imposing tariffs on Denmark and other nations.

President Trump says he can pull funding for sanctuary cities. Judges have repeatedly said otherwise

President Trump has repeatedly threatened to cut funding for sanctuary cities, which are local governments that do not fully cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. However, these efforts have been consistently blocked by the courts. Trump's latest threat, made during a speech in Detroit, aims to withhold payments from cities and states that protect undocumented immigrants, but the specifics of this funding remain unclear. This ongoing battle has significant implications for local governments, as they argue that their ability to respond to emergencies and protect children from abuse is at risk. The Trump administration has faced legal challenges from sanctuary cities, and previous attempts to enforce these funding restrictions have been overturned by the courts.

Top Trump Official Says FBI Won’t Investigate Killing by ICE Agent – Mother Jones

In an interview on Fox News Sunday, US Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the Federal Bureau of Investigation will not investigate Jonathan Ross, the ICE agent who shot and killed Renée Nicole Good in Minneapolis, because it was not deemed appropriate. The Trump administration has continued to assert that Good was a 'rioter' and committed an 'act of domestic terrorism', despite video evidence to the contrary. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice and FBI have been investigating Good’s wife, Becca Good, as well as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

DHS is Circumventing Constitution by Buying Data It Would Normally Need a Warrant to Access | ACLU

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has published documents obtained from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that reveal how agencies like ICE and Customs and Border Protection have been purchasing highly sensitive location data from private companies, circumventing the need for a warrant. These documents highlight the government's attempts to justify these purchases legally, despite the significant privacy concerns and the potential to track individuals' movements over time. The ACLU emphasizes the need for legal protection, such as the Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act, to prevent the government from bypassing constitutional safeguards by buying data instead of obtaining a warrant.

Trump has plan for instant strike back if Supreme Court rules against him: report - Raw Story

According to a report, President Donald Trump has a plan for an instant strike back if the Supreme Court rules against his tariffs. In an interview with The New York Times, the United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Trump's top trade negotiator, revealed that the president intends to impose tariffs no matter what. Even if the Supreme Court rules his tariffs unconstitutional, Trump has plans to add new tariffs to 'start the next day' and 'to respond to the problems the president has identified'.

French Supreme Court Clarifies Judicial Review of the Specialty Principle in Extradition Cases

For those interested in comparative criminal law, here's an interesting recent ruling from France's highest court (Cour de cassation). On July 9, 2025, the Criminal Chamber ruled on a constitutional challenge regarding the "specialty principle" in extradition - the fundamental r

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