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DHS sues Federal District Court of Maryland over standing order for automatic injunctions

  1. Original Date Announced

    June 24, 2025

    DHS is suing the Federal District Court of the District of Maryland, its clerk, and all of its judges over their Standing Order and Amended Standing Order requiring the court clerk to automatically enter two- day injunctions against removing, or changing the legal status of, noncitizens detained in Maryland who file habeas petitions. DHS alleges that the standing orders impermissibly make equitable relief a "matter of right" and intrude on the Executive's "core Article II powers to enforce the Nation's immigration laws and shape and manage its relationships with foreign nations." DHS further asserts that "district courts lack jurisdiction to hear challenges arising from removal proceedings or to issue orders that enjoin or restrain execution of removal orders." [ID #1831]

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    2025.06.24 Complaint - USA v. Russell

Current Status

None

Original Trump Policy Status

Status: In Litigation
Trump Administration Action: Adjudication
Subject Matter: Hearings and Adjudications
Agencies Affected: DHS

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