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• Preliminary injunction ruling — D.V.D. v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security (D. Mass.) 1:25-cv-10676 — The plaintiffs filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction noting the Notice of Errata and also alleging that the government had released the plaintiff's name publicly, in
• — Judge Murphy granted a preliminary injunction requiring the government to “to take all immediate steps, including coordinating with Plaintiffs' counsel, to facilitate the return of O.C.G.

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• Settlement reached for wrongful death lawsuit involving Ashli Babbitt — The Biden administration agreed to a nearly $5 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Ashli Babbitt, a participant in the January 6 insurrection.
• Trump officials reach $5m settlement in January 6 wrongful death suit — The Trump administration has reportedly agreed to a $5 million settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, who was fatally shot by police during the January 6, 2021, US Capitol breach.
• US Taxpayers to Pay $5 Million Settlement to Ashli Babbitt’s Family — The Washington Post reported that the Trump administration reached a $5 million settlement with Ashli Babbitt’s family over her death during the January 6 insurrection.

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• Federal judge blocks deportations under Alien Enemies Act — The Supreme Court temporarily blocked the Trump administration from carrying out deportations under the Alien Enemies Act for Venezuelan immigrants, ruling that 24 hours' notice does not meet due process requirements.

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• Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing tax records with ICE — A federal judge rejected a preliminary injunction to prevent the IRS from sharing sensitive tax records of immigrants with ICE, allowing the agency to continue its practices.

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• Federal judge blocks cuts to ABA funding — A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from canceling federal grants for the American Bar Association, finding that the move was retaliatory against the ABA's involvement in a separate lawsuit.

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• Hasan Piker detained by Customs and Border Protection — Political commentator Hasan Piker was detained and questioned by US Customs and Border Protection agents at a Chicago airport, where he was asked about his views on Trump and Hamas.

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• Trump administration threatens arrests of House Democrats — A spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security warned during a CNN interview that the Trump administration may seek the arrests of three House Democrats who conducted oversight at an ICE detention facility.

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• Reality show concept for immigrants proposed — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has been in discussions about creating a reality show where immigrants compete in cultural contests for expedited citizenship applications.
• DHS proposes reality show for immigrants — The Department of Homeland Security is in talks to create a reality television show featuring immigrants competing for potential US citizenship, a proposal that has drawn criticism for its ethical implications.

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• Lawsuit filed against Oklahoma's education mandate — A group of students and teachers filed a lawsuit against Oklahoma's right-wing schools chief Ryan Walters for mandating that public schools teach about alleged discrepancies in the 2020 presidential election results

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• Trump offers refugee status to South African white farmers — A group of 59 white South Africans were offered refugee status in the US by Trump, despite his administration's suspension of refugee resettlement programs.
• Trump fast-tracks admission of white South African refugees — The Trump administration has expedited the admission process for white South African refugees fleeing racial discrimination in their home country.

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• Hogg announces plans to challenge incumbent Democrats — David Hogg has announced plans to spend millions to unseat incumbent Democrats in safe blue districts through his organization, Leaders We Deserve.

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• Philadelphia drag troupe offers ‘10,000lb of glitter’ for return of beloved Beardmobile — The Bearded Ladies Cabaret, a Philadelphia drag troupe, is seeking the return of their stolen performance vehicle, the Beardmobile, which was taken from the Allens Lane Art Center parking lot.

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• Bruce Springsteen criticizes attacks on democratic principles — During a concert in Manchester, England, musician Bruce Springsteen criticized the current political climate in the United States, highlighting issues such as the abandonment of allies, ideological pressures on

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• Election Assistance Commission Seeks Comments on Voting System Information Collection — The U.S.
• Election Assistance Commission Seeks Comment on Financial Report Collection
• Election Assistance Commission Seeks OMB Approval for Budget Expenditures Worksheet

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• Supreme Court rules against Trump on deportations — The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that Trump must halt deportations of alleged gang members without due process.
• Supreme Court Blocks Trump Administration's Deportation Bid Under 1798 Law — The U.S.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — W.M.M. v. Trump (a.k.a. A.A.R.P. v. Trump) (N.D. Tex.) 1:25-cv-00059 — On May 16, 2025, the Supreme Court granted an injunction in the case of A.A.R.P.

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• Federal judge in New Jersey to rule on Mahmoud Khalil's release — A federal judge in New Jersey is expected to rule soon on the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian permanent resident and Columbia University student, who remains in detention.
• Federal judge orders release of Badar Khan Suri from custody — On May 14, 2025, a federal judge in Virginia ordered the release of Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown University postdoctoral fellow, from immigration custody.
• Federal judge orders release of Indian academic from ICE detention — On May 14, 2025, a federal judge in Virginia ordered the immediate release of Badar Khan Suri, an Indian academic detained by ICE.

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• With north carolina elections under gop control expect new barriers to voting — The article discusses the potential for new voting barriers in North Carolina as the state's elections come under Republican control.

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• U.S. Capitol Police arrest protesters opposing Medicaid cuts — U.S.

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• Federal judge in Pennsylvania rules on Alien Enemies Act — On May 13, 2025, a federal judge in Pennsylvania ruled that Trump can use the Alien Enemies Act to accelerate the deportation of accused Venezuelan gang members.
• Preliminary injunction ruling — A.S.R. v. Trump (W.D. Pa.) 3:25-cv-00113 — Judge Stephanie Haines issued a preliminary injunction finding the presidential proclamation complies with the AEA but that the government needs to give individuals three week notice and an opportunity to be heard

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• Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Migrants to Libya — A federal judge issued an order stopping the U.S.

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• Democratic-led states sued Trump administration over HHS cuts — A coalition of Democratic-led states and Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to dismantle the Department of Health and Human Services by firing 10,000 employees and

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• Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Arrested by ICE Agents — Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested by ICE agents while protesting outside a private detention facility.
• DHS Threatens Arrests of Democratic Congress Members — DHS spokesperson Tricial McLaughlin announced potential arrests of Democratic Congress members who attempted oversight at an ICE facility, resulting in the arrest of the Newark mayor.
• Newark Mayor Ras Baraka arrested by federal officials — Federal officials arrested Newark Mayor Ras J.

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• Tennessee Highway Patrol's Immigration Enforcement Criticized — The Tennessee Highway Patrol arrested 103 people and turned them over to ICE following traffic stops targeting suspected migrants.

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• Federal judge ordered certification of Democrat Allison Riggs — A federal judge ordered the North Carolina State Board of Elections to certify Democrat Allison Riggs as the winner of the 2024 state Supreme Court election, rejecting GOP ballot challenges.

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• Arrests at Columbia University Protests — On Wednesday, Ramona Sarsgaard, daughter of actors Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard, was arrested at Columbia University during protests against Israel's war in Gaza.