Tensions between state and federal immigration policies in the United States have reached new heights, with Democratic governors staunchly defending sanctuary policies against increasing Republican scrutiny. In a recent U.S. House Committee hearing, governors from Minnesota, Illinois, and New York
The Justice Department, under the leadership of U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, has made a significant decision to end the American Bar Association’s privileged role in evaluating federal judicial nominees. This move disrupts a 72-year practice where the ABA's Standing Committee functioned as an
In a landmark decision, the California Supreme Court has intervened to address the fallout of the failed February bar exam, a situation that disrupted the career trajectories of numerous aspiring legal professionals in the state. The Supreme Court's ruling aims to mitigate the impact of this
Amidst civil unrest and contentious policy debates, the quiet hum of helicopters patrols the skies—but who controls their flight when state and federal goals collide? The deployment of the National Guard during protests often sparks fierce debate about where jurisdiction truly lies. In Los Angeles,
In a contentious legal drama, Florida's immigration law is at the center of a heated debate, drawing attention nationwide. The state's attempt to enforce a law making it a misdemeanor for individuals unlawfully residing in the United States to enter Florida highlights the ongoing clash between
In the realm of civil appeals and voting rights law, Desiree Sainthrope stands out as a legal luminary with a keen understanding of the intricacies and implications these cases hold for American democracy. Today, she offers her insights into a pivotal decision by the Eighth Circuit—one that has
