A new provision in a House spending bill, Section 70303, could limit judges\u2019 power to enforce contempt rulings against U.S. officials unless plaintiffs pay a bond\u2014something rarely required in federal policy cases.<\/p>\n
Critics warn it would weaken judicial authority and let the Trump administration ignore court orders. Supporters argue it prevents \u201cfrivolous lawsuits\u201d and reins in judges they say have overreached, especially in immigration rulings. The move follows impeachment calls against Judge James Boasberg, who blocked Trump-era deportations, prompting accusations from Republicans that some judges are abusing their power and undermining executive authority.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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