Washington Litigation Group
Coverage of Washington Litigation Group in the Nexus archive.
- 'Political stunt' prosecution of ICE agent for 'road rage' provokes heated DHS response
The Department of Homeland Security accuses Minnesota officials of staging a 'political stunt' by prosecuting an ICE agent, Gregory Morgan Jr., for allegedly pointing a gun at motorists during a traffic confrontation. Federal authorities argue Morgan is protected under the Supremacy Clause, while Minnesota prosecutors claim his alleged actions fell outside legitimate federal duties. The dispute centers on jurisdiction between state and federal courts.
- Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump’s name by Friday deadline
The Kennedy Center board, appointed by President Trump, is seeking a court stay to prevent the removal of Trump's name from the institution's facade by a Friday deadline. A U.S. District Judge ruled Trump's name was illegally added and must be removed by Friday, but the board filed a formal request for a pause in the ruling. The dispute follows a lawsuit by Rep. Joyce Beatty, who argues the name change requires congressional approval.
- Trump admin-Mamdani clash over Stonewall monument reaches final decision
A legal dispute over the Pride flag's display at Stonewall National Monument concluded with a settlement requiring its restoration. The Trump administration agreed to maintain the flag at the site, marking a victory for LGBTQ+ advocates and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
- Trump admin-Mamdani clash over Stonewall monument reaches final decision
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument under a settlement, ending a legal battle. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised the decision as a victory for LGBTQ+ rights and the city's history.