Supreme Court Questions Trump's Bid to Dismiss Fed Official
The U.S. Supreme Court expressed skepticism regarding former President Trump's attempt to remove Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook, with justices from both sides questioning the validity of Trump's allegations of mortgage fraud against her. During oral arguments, key justices indicated that allowing such a dismissal could undermine the Federal Reserve's independence, a principle established by Congress to insulate the central bank from political pressures. The court is expected to rule in the coming weeks or months, potentially setting a legal standard for 'for cause' removals.
ICE authorizes warrantless home entries for deportations
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has authorized agents to forcibly enter homes without warrants signed by judges, based on administrative warrants for individuals with final orders of removal, according to a May 12 memo from Acting Director Todd Lyons. This policy marks a departure from previous practices, allowing detentions in residences solely on administrative warrants, which the Department of Homeland Security asserts are constitutionally valid. The memo outlines guidelines for agents, including the requirement to announce their identity and purpose before entry.
US House Committee Advances Bill on AI Chip Exports
The US House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee has advanced a bill that would grant Congress authority over the export of artificial intelligence chips, specifically targeting sales to China. The proposed legislation, led by Republican Representative Brian Mast, aims to prevent advanced AI technology from supporting Chinese military efforts, despite opposition from White House AI czar David Sacks.
Former Uvalde Officer Acquitted in School Shooting Case
A Nueces County jury acquitted former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales of all charges related to his response during the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting, where 19 children and two teachers were killed. Gonzales faced 29 counts of child abandonment and endangerment, but defense attorneys argued he acted reasonably given the circumstances, while prosecutors contended he failed to act despite his training. This verdict marks the first criminal trial linked to the delayed police response, which saw over 400 officers wait more than an hour before confronting the shooter.
