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Bloomberg· 2025-07-17 14:14
Legal & Human Rights - Migrants detained at a new facility in the Florida Everglades are suing, alleging denial of access to lawyers and courts [1] - The lawsuit claims violation of the migrants' constitutional rights [1]
BREAKING: Federal judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order
MSNBC· 2025-07-10 16:18
Legal & Policy Developments - A federal judge in New Hampshire issued a nationwide block against President Trump's order to end birthright citizenship [1] - The judge granted class action status to the plaintiff but excluded parents of children whose citizenship is threatened from the protected class [1][8] - The ACLU filed a class action lawsuit following a Supreme Court decision limiting nationwide injunctions [6] - The ruling is expected to protect over 150,000 children born in the US this year, ensuring their constitutional birthright citizenship [7] Immigration Raids & Conditions - Several groups, including the city of Los Angeles, are suing the Trump administration over immigration raids [2] - Individuals are reportedly being racially profiled and swept up in immigration raids, with constitutional rights being violated [16][17] - Detainees are allegedly held in deplorable conditions, with limited access to water and counsel [18][19] - Lawyers have faced force, including tear gas, while trying to protect people's rights [19] Potential Consequences & Concerns - There are concerns about potential chaos and a humanitarian crisis if 28 states start revoking birthright citizenship [11] - The question of what happens to stateless individuals, particularly those who cannot be repatriated, is raised [12] - Concerns are expressed about the dehumanization of people and the potential for the administration to deprive people of their citizenship [14] - Comparisons are being made between ICE force and vigilantes or Gestapo due to perceived impunity [23]
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Bloomberg· 2025-06-30 14:36
Legal & Regulatory - US Supreme Court refused to consider arguments against Los Angeles' eviction ban during the Covid-19 pandemic [1] Real Estate Industry Impact - Los Angeles' eviction ban during the Covid-19 pandemic potentially violated landlords' constitutional rights [1]
The Beat With Ari Melber - June 10 | Audio Only
MSNBC· 2025-06-11 20:30
Welcome to the beat everyone. We're monitoring live pictures from Los Angeles as we come on the air right now. People are continuing these protests after what has widely been reported as the Trump administration's escalation. 700 Marines now deployed by the administration arriving today. You can see some of the indications of this type of military presence on American streets. This is a rare effort to deploy US troops inside the US for what would seem like policing purposes, although the details are in deba ...
Marines in streets: Trump hit for 'illegal' crackdown after anti-police pardons (Melber report)
MSNBC· 2025-06-10 23:54
Government & Legal Analysis - The report highlights a clash between the President and state officials over the deployment of federal forces, including Marines, to address protests, raising concerns about the legality and appropriateness of using military-style force for domestic law enforcement [1][2][4] - The analysis points out the rarity of deploying US troops for domestic law enforcement, emphasizing that it is generally prohibited except in cases of insurrection or rebellion [2][5] - The report notes that California officials are challenging the deployments in court, arguing that they cause "real and irreparable damage" and seeking emergency relief to stop them [1] - The document mentions the administration doubled the total guard forces to 4,000 [2] - The analysis references the need for clear rules to guide the US Marines in how to patrol citizens, as it is not a typical function [6][7] Political Commentary - The report suggests the President is "testing" the limits of his power by deploying federal forces and threatening to arrest political opponents [1] - The analysis draws a comparison between the President's response to protests originating from different political groups, highlighting a perceived double standard [2][3][4] - The report emphasizes the importance of the public's response in determining whether the President will succeed in his actions [1]
Should Trump Have Sent Troops to Los Angeles?
Bloomberg Television· 2025-06-10 19:44
Legal & Constitutional Concerns - Deployment of military/National Guard without state/local consent is unlawful except in specific rare circumstances like invasion or rebellion [1][2] - The Insurrection Act, if invoked, would grant deployed military personnel law enforcement powers, but qualifications for declaring an insurrection are not met in this case [4][5] - Due process applies to everyone in the US, regardless of citizenship status, and courts are working to ensure this [14][15] Political Implications - Concerns that President Trump is using the military in unprecedented and unlawful ways to further his political agenda [7] - Deployment of National Guard to protests against administration actions is disturbing and politicizes the military [8] - The administration's immigration policies and enforcement actions are facing legal challenges and public protests [6][13] Immigration Enforcement & Protests - Protests are occurring in response to immigration raids targeting community members, including those without criminal records [6][12][13] - There are reports of individuals being detained and deported without due process, raising legal concerns [10][11] - Immigrant advocacy groups are raising concerns about the detention and deportation of individuals without criminal records [9]