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May 8, 2020 9:30 am | By Sarah MedeirosFalsehoods and Failures: Trump During COVID-19 (5/08 Update)
The last time the White House held an official coronavirus press briefing was May 1, but that hasn’t stopped Donald Trump from sowing chaos and confusion about the federal government’s pandemic response. This week, he has instead turned to falsely…
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May 6, 2020 2:49 pm | By Elliot MincbergOral Arguments in Contraceptive Case Show Danger of Upholding Trump Rule
Today, the Supreme Court held oral arguments in the Supreme Court in two cases concerning the Trump administration rule that severely limits contraceptive coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). As always, it is difficult to predict the outcome of…
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People For in Action
May 6, 2020 10:51 am | By Marge BakerJustin Walker is Exactly the Kind of Judicial Nominee that the Framers Intended to Protect Us From
On October 24, 2019, Trump nominee Justin Walker was confirmed to be a U.S. district court judge for the Western District of Kentucky. On April 3, 2020, Trump announced his decision to elevate Walker to be a U.S. circuit court…
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May 6, 2020 10:28 am | By Elliot MincbergTrump Sixth Circuit Judges Continue Trend to Use Coronavirus to Let States Restrict Abortion: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Votes from Sixth Circuit…
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People For in Action
May 5, 2020 12:46 pm | By Bettina RamonJoe Biden Promises to Nominate Judges “Who Look Like America”
Since the earliest days of the 2020 presidential election campaign, PFAW’s Vote the Courts 2020 campaign has urged presidential primary candidates to voice their plans to nominate fair-minded constitutionalists to our federal courts. On May 4, former Vice President Joe…
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News and Analysis
May 4, 2020 11:13 am | By Bettina RamonCoronavirus’s Disproportionate Impact on Native Americans
During this unprecedented emergency, People for the American Way has continued to work to safeguard vulnerable communities. We are pushing our lawmakers for solutions to address these inequities, and to help our members stay aware and up-to-date, we are sharing…
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News and Analysis
May 1, 2020 10:00 am | By Sarah Medeiros
Falsehoods and Failures: Trump During COVID-19 (5/01 Update)
The prolonged social isolation necessary for lessening the spread of COVID-19 is having negative effects on all of us, but Donald Trump’s responses are causing millions of people great harm. This week’s round-up showcases the way that the pandemic has…
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News and Analysis
April 29, 2020 3:29 pm | By Diane LavioletteTrump Judges Deny Disclosure of Information About Challenging Prison Conditions: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Eleventh Circuit judges Elizabeth…
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News and Analysis
April 29, 2020 11:19 am | By Elliot MincbergTrump Judge Casts Deciding Vote to Affirm Dismissal of Antitrust Complaint: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Ninth Circuit judge…
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News and Analysis
April 29, 2020 11:12 am | By Elliot MincbergTrump Judge Casts Deciding Vote to Affirm Deportation: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Ninth Circuit judge…
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April 28, 2020 7:09 pm | By Paul GordonTrump Judge Nelson Would Deny Asylum to Man Who Was Not Given an Adequate Interpreter : Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Ninth Circuit Trump judge…
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April 28, 2020 5:46 pm | By Paul GordonTrump Judge Narrowly Defines Racially “Hostile Work Environment” to Dismiss Employee’s Claim: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Judge Kenneth Lee was…
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People For in Action
April 28, 2020 12:41 pm | By Bettina RamonProgressives, SCOTUS and 2020
In the 2020 presidential election, it’s critical that progressives support a candidate who understands the importance of our courts – and who sits on them. The Democratic nominee needs to speak out against the narrow-minded elitists being pushed by the…
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News and Analysis
April 28, 2020 12:35 pm | By Diane LavioletteTrump Judges Deny Access to Grand Jury Records In Unsolved Lynching Case: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. In March 2020, Trump Eleventh…
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News and Analysis
April 28, 2020 12:17 pm | By Elliot Mincberg
Trump Judge Favors Insurance Company Over Homeowner in Labor Cost Case: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Sixth Circuit judge Chad…
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News and Analysis
April 28, 2020 11:23 am | By Elliot MincbergTrump Judge Tries to Overturn NLRB Remedies for Company’s Unfair Labor Practices: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Sixth Circuit judge Chad…
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News and Analysis
April 28, 2020 11:09 am | By Elliot MincbergTrump Judge Tries to Deprive More than 25,000 Immigrants of Any Right to Seek Asylum: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. Trump Ninth Circuit judge Daniel…
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News and Analysis
April 27, 2020 11:15 am | By Bettina RamonCoronavirus’s Disproportionate Impact on Incarcerated People
During this unprecedented emergency, People for the American Way has continued to work to safeguard vulnerable communities. We are pushing our lawmakers for solutions to address these inequities, and to help our members stay aware and up-to-date, we are sharing…
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News and Analysis
April 24, 2020 10:10 am | By Sarah Medeiros
Falsehoods and Failures: Trump During COVID-19 (4/24 Update)
This week Donald Trump’s lies and misdirections backfired, further emphasizing the harm he is causing to millions of Americans. This public health crisis requires a true leader, not someone who is willing to sacrifice human lives in order to retain…
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News and Analysis
April 24, 2020 6:00 am | By Diane Laviolette
Trump Judge Would Allow Officers to Ignore an Arrestee’s Serious Medical Needs: Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears
“Confirmed Judges, Confirmed Fears” is a blog series documenting the harmful impact of President Trump’s judges on Americans’ rights and liberties. Cases in the series can be found by issue and by judge at this link. In March 2020, Trump Ninth…