U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts

A federal judge blocked Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s lawsuit against ActBlue, ruling it was retaliatory and aimed at suppressing political opposition. The judge cited Paxton’s history of retaliatory litigation and found his case against the Democratic fundraising platform likely violated free speech protections.

A federal judge in Massachusetts rejected President Trump’s pause on processing immigration applications for citizens of countries under his travel ban, granting an injunction and criticizing the policy for leaving thousands in limbo. U.S. District Court Judge Julia Kobick, a Biden appointee, ruled against the administration's action, calling it unfair.

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Ethiopia, citing violations of statutory procedures and constitutional principles. The ruling grants a stay pending legal review, with the judge criticizing the administration for disregarding congressional mandates. The Biden-appointed judge, Brian Murphy, emphasized the necessity of adhering to legislative frameworks over presidential discretion.

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Ethiopia, citing violations of statutory procedures. The court granted a motion to delay the termination, emphasizing Congress's authority over executive actions. The judge, appointed by Biden, faced criticism from the DHS over judicial overreach.