Trump-appointed judge rejects DHS lawsuit against Maryland federal bench over deportation policy
A federal judge in Maryland has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against the state's federal bench over its deportation policies, effectively striking down an unusual legal challenge. The decision comes as part of a larger trend to limit the administration's efforts to block judges who have implemented policies on immigration cases.
A federal judge in Maryland has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against all 15 judges on the district court's bench over their deportation policy, which was established during the Obama administration and continues to be followed today. The case, brought by the Department of Homeland Security, alleged that the court's policy was unconstitutional, but the judge rejected this claim, ruling that the policy is a legitimate exercise of judicial discretion. The decision marks a significant victory for the judges, who had sought to protect their ability to manage deportation cases without interference from the executive branch. The lawsuit has been effectively tossed out, allowing the court's policy to remain in place.
