Tag: law_government_politics
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Media Monitor: Trade Court Rules Against Trump Import Tax
The Washington Post reports the Court of International Trade has ruled against an import tax imposed by President Donald J Trump, a new blow to his efforts to impose widespread tariffs after a Supreme Court loss.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeLegalEconomy Donald J TrumpCourt of International TradeSupreme CourtTariffsImport TaxInternational TradeLaw, Government & PoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Tennessee House Approves New Congressional Map
The Washington Post reports that the Tennessee House has approved a new congressional map designed to favor Republicans. The move follows similar efforts by GOP lawmakers in Alabama, Louisiana and South Carolina ahead of the midterm elections.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElectionLegal TennesseeCongressional mapVoting Rights ActMidterm electionsLaw, Government & PoliticsElectionsThe Washington Post
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DHS Criticizes Minnesota Board of Pardons for Pardoning Man Facing Deportation
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has criticized the Minnesota Board of Pardons for unanimously pardoning At Xayasounethone Chandee. The decision removes the assault convictions that previously cost Chandee his green card and made him eligible for deportation.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldLaosGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial IssuesAsia Law, Government & PoliticsImmigrationCrimeDepartment of Homeland SecurityMinnesota Board of PardonsAt Xayasounethone ChandeeDeportationU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Fourteen Indicted for Drug Trafficking in Southwest Michigan
A grand jury has indicted fourteen individuals from Southwest Michigan for drug trafficking offenses, including conspiracy to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine. Eight face new charges, while six were previously indicted in separate cases.
Financial Services CrimeLaw, Government & PoliticsFBI DetroitSouthwest MichiganDrug TraffickingFentanylMethamphetamineFBI