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... Why It Matters

U.S. District Judge Waverly D. Crenshaw Jr.'s ruling highlights a broader clash between political speech and judicial fairness, reinforcing that even senior government officials must respect court rules that protect a defendant's right to an impartial trial.

By calling out Bondi and Noem over their comments about Abrego Garcia, Crenshaw underscored the judiciary's role as a check on executive power and a guardian of due process.

What To Know

In a memorandum opinion and order issued on October 27, Crenshaw ruled that Bondi and Noem had violated a local court rule limiting government officials from making out-of-court remarks about pending criminal cases. ...