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Judge Seeks Whistleblower Testimony in Contempt Case Against Trump Official Over Migrant Flights

Judge Seeks Whistleblower Testimony in Contempt Case Against Trump Official Over Migrant Flights

A federal judge is investigating whether Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should face contempt charges for allegedly ignoring a court order related to flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg has ordered testimony from a whistleblower and a top Justice Department official to determine if the Trump administration willfully violated his order. The case stems from an incident in March when Boasberg ordered the return of two planes carrying migrants, which instead landed in El Salvador. The administration argues that the planes were already outside U.S. jurisdiction, thus not violating the order. The whistleblower, a former Justice Department attorney, claims that officials suggested ignoring court orders.

Judge Orders Testimony from Justice Dept. Whistleblower in Migrant Planes Case, Examines Trump Administration Actions

Judge Orders Testimony from Justice Dept. Whistleblower in Migrant Planes Case, Examines Trump Administration Actions

Chief U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg has ordered a former Justice Department attorney-turned-whistleblower, Erez Reuveni, to testify in a case concerning the Trump administration's handling of migrant flights. The inquiry focuses on whether officials defied a court order that temporarily barred the deportation of Venezuelan detainees to El Salvador. Reuveni has accused officials of planning to ignore the court's directive, a claim that has been denied by Emil Bove, a former top department official. The case is part of a civil suit brought by detainees and has reignited tensions between the judiciary and the Trump administration.

Trump Administration Faces Pressure Over Venezuela Strike Video Release

Trump Administration Faces Pressure Over Venezuela Strike Video Release

The Trump administration is under pressure from a bipartisan group of former ethics officials to release the full video of a controversial strike in Venezuela that occurred on September 2. The officials are calling for an internal Justice Department investigation into the legal opinion that justified the strikes against alleged drug boats. This request comes amid concerns about the transparency and legality of the military actions taken by the administration. The video in question is believed to contain critical information about the circumstances and decision-making process behind the strike.

ICEBlock Developer Sues Trump Administration Over App Removal

ICEBlock Developer Sues Trump Administration Over App Removal

Joshua Aaron, the developer of the ICEBlock app, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that the removal of his app from Apple's store violated free speech rights. ICEBlock was designed to share information about the locations of federal immigration agents, helping users avoid potential encounters. Aaron claims that U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem pressured Apple to remove the app, which had over a million users. The lawsuit argues that the app's removal is part of a broader effort to suppress dissent and limit public access to information about government activities.

ICE threatens family separation, indefinite detention to satisfy Trump deportation goal

ICE threatens family separation, indefinite detention to satisfy Trump deportation goal

By Ted Hesson and Kristina Cooke WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The email from a U.S. immigration officer presented Kelly and Yerson Vargas with a stark choice: accept deportation to their native Colombia or risk being charged with a crime and separated from their 6-year-old daughter, Maria Paola.

Judge wants whistleblower to testify in contempt probe of Trump official over planes to El Salvador

Judge wants whistleblower to testify in contempt probe of Trump official over planes to El Salvador

A federal judge investigating whether Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should face a contempt charge over flights carrying migrants to El Salvador wants to hear from a whistleblower and a top Justice Department official

Judge Seeks Testimony in Contempt Probe Over Trump Administration's Deportation Actions

Judge Seeks Testimony in Contempt Probe Over Trump Administration's Deportation Actions

Chief US District Judge James 'Jeb' Boasberg has ordered witness testimony in a contempt probe involving Trump administration officials. The case centers on the administration's decision to proceed with deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants despite a court order to halt them. Judge Boasberg is investigating whether the actions constituted a willful violation of his order. The probe includes testimony from Drew Ensign, a Justice Department lawyer, and Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney who filed a whistleblower complaint. The case involves the application of the Alien Enemies Act and the legal advice provided to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Federal Judge Seeks Testimony on Trump Administration's Deportation Actions Amid Contempt Probe

Federal Judge Seeks Testimony on Trump Administration's Deportation Actions Amid Contempt Probe

Chief U.S. District Judge James 'Jeb' Boasberg has ordered witness testimony to assess potential contempt charges against Trump administration officials. This follows allegations that officials violated a court order to halt deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act. The judge's decision comes after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's declaration failed to clarify whether her actions were a willful violation of the court's order. Boasberg has requested the testimony of Drew Ensign, a Justice Department lawyer involved in the case, and Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney who filed a whistleblower complaint. The case revolves around the transfer of migrants to El Salvador, which Noem claims was based on legal advice from the Department of Homeland Security's chief counsel.

Federal Judge Seeks Whistleblower Testimony in Contempt Probe of Trump Official Over Migrant Flights

Federal Judge Seeks Whistleblower Testimony in Contempt Probe of Trump Official Over Migrant Flights

A federal judge is investigating whether Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should face contempt charges for allegedly ignoring a court order regarding flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg has ordered testimony from a whistleblower and a top Justice Department official. The probe stems from an incident in March when Boasberg ordered the Republican administration to turn around two planes carrying migrants, but the planes landed in El Salvador instead. The whistleblower, former Justice Department attorney Erez Reuveni, claims a Justice Department official suggested ignoring court orders. The administration denies these allegations, stating that the planes had already left U.S. airspace, thus falling outside the court's order.

ICEBlock app maker sues Trump administration over its pressure on Apple to remove app

ICEBlock app maker sues Trump administration over its pressure on Apple to remove app

The maker of an iPhone app that flagged sightings of U.S. immigration agents has sued the Trump administration for free speech violations

Trump administration sued over removal of app for tracking immigration agents' whereabouts

Trump administration sued over removal of app for tracking immigration agents' whereabouts

By Brad Brooks Dec 8 (Reuters) - The developer of the most popular app used to share information about sightings of federal immigration agents sued the Trump administration on Monday, alleging free speech violations after Apple removed ICEBlock from its online store.

ICEBlock Developer Sues U.S. Government Over App Store Removal by DOJ

ICEBlock Developer Sues U.S. Government Over App Store Removal by DOJ

Joshua Aaron, the developer of ICEBlock, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, alleging that the Department of Justice (DOJ) pressured Apple to remove his app from its store, violating his free speech rights. The app, which tracks sightings of ICE agents, was removed in October after the DOJ's intervention. Aaron claims that the removal was a result of the government's coercion, infringing on First Amendment rights. The app was initially launched in response to the Trump administration's immigration policies and had gained significant user traction before its removal.