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SCOTUS Upholds Broad Presidential Immunity in Trump Criminal Case: Implications for Immigrant Rights Moving Forward

On July 1st, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on a case involving former President Donald Trump, affirming presidential immunity in situations where a president’s actions are deemed “official acts.” The ruling sets a terrible precedent affecting future legal proceedings against former presidents who abuse their power. This ruling represents a pivotal moment in the…

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NDLON Responds to President Biden’s Announcement on Relief for Spouses of Undocumented Immigrants

Washington, DC – In reaction to the announcement from President Biden of a policy making it easier for certain immigrants with U.S. citizen spouses to obtain green cards, NDLON Legal Director Chris Newman, made the following statement: “Today’s exercise of immigration discretion from President Biden, while smaller in scope than we had hoped, could lead…

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