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News in English (USA) / 18.06.2025 / 19:00

Florida Attorney General Held in Contempt over Immigration Law Enforcement

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has been held in civil contempt by a federal judge for defying a court order that blocks enforcement of a controversial immigration law. Despite judicial rulings indicating that Florida cannot proceed with the new immigration law while a court challenge is ongoing, Uthmeier continued to enforce aspects of the law, leading to his censure. This ruling underscores the ongoing tensions between state officials and federal court directives in matters of immigration law within the state.
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