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D.C. Circuit Blocks Boasberg’s Contempt Probe in Deportation Case
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- Department lawyer Brett Shumate asked the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to end Judge James Boasberg’s contempt investigation.
- A D.C. Circuit panel blocked Boasberg’s contempt probe by a 2-1 vote.
- ACLU sued for Venezuelan men deported under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act.
- Boasberg said administration acted in bad faith by scheduling three flights during his proceedings.
- ACLU lawyer Lee Gelernt warned that ignoring district court would send a horrible message.