In an unusual move, the Trump administration on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against all 15 federal judges in Maryland over an order blocking the immediate deportation of migrants challenging their removals. At issue is a May order signed by Chief Judge George L. Russell III blocking the administration from immediately removing from the U.S. any immigrants who file paperwork with the Maryland district court seeking a review of their detention. The order blocks the removal until 4 p.m.
Main Idea: The Trump administration sued Maryland federal judges over an order that briefly blocks some migrant deportations after habeas corpus filings.
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The lawsuit could slow deportations and add more court fights, creating more uncertainty for immigrants, families, and local employers.
The judges' order may give people more time to seek legal review and talk with lawyers before removal.
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