Judiciary
Federal judge blocks Trump national guard deployment to Portland
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A federal judge in Oregon issued a temporary restraining order blocking President Donald Trump's attempt to deploy National Guard troops to Portland amid ongoing protests at an ICE facility. The ruling, expanded on Sunday, October 5, 2025, prohibits the federalization or relocation of any state's National Guard to the city. The White House criticized the decision as an overreach, while the administration appeals the order.
Deputies approve accusation against judge Ulloa by 141 votes
Chile's Chamber of Deputies approved a constitutional accusation against Judge Antonio Ulloa of the Santiago Court of Appeals with a wide majority, over alleged contacts with Luis Hermosilla. The vote, with 141 in favor, one against and two abstentions, sends the case to the Senate next week. Lawmakers highlighted the move as a step toward transparency in the judiciary.
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Bolsonaro allies appeal STF convictions in coup plot case
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On Monday, October 27, 2025, defenses of Jair Bolsonaro and other defendants convicted for the attempted coup d'état filed declaration embargoes with Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF). The appeals challenge omissions, contradictions, and penalty calculations from the First Panel's rulings. The moves aim to correct alleged errors and, in some instances, signal efforts to escalate the case to the full Court bench.
Portland's No Kings protests face court-backed National Guard deployment
Thousands gathered in Portland for the No Kings protests against ICE actions and Trump's policies over the weekend, featuring inflatable costumes and large crowds. A federal appeals court decision on Monday allowed the deployment of National Guard troops to the city, reversing a lower court's ban. The ruling has drawn criticism for enabling suppression of peaceful demonstrations.
Clash over power and consent marks closing in Mbenenge tribunal
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In closing arguments at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal on 21 October 2025, advocates clashed over allegations of sexual harassment against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge by former court secretary Andiswa Mengo. The tribunal chair, retired Judge Bernard Ngoepe, questioned women's power in relationships, while Mengo's lawyer argued the conduct showed abuse of authority. Judgment has been reserved.
JSC shortlists 100 candidates for high court judge positions
The Judicial Service Commission has shortlisted 100 candidates, including former Nyeri Woman Representative Priscilla Nyokabi, for appointment as High Court judges. This follows a recruitment drive that received 377 applications for 20 vacancies. The commission will conduct interviews and assessments next.
SQM case judge reveals personal costs of lengthy trial
Judge Claudia Santos, part of the tribunal that acquitted the accused in the SQM case, shared on Instagram the personal toll of the nearly three-year trial. The process, one of the longest since the penal reform, imposed significant costs on her health and family. A letter to the editor also criticizes the judiciary's role in the procedure's inefficiency.
Ninth Circuit judges warn against broad deference to Trump on National Guard deployments
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A divided Ninth Circuit panel has allowed, for now, President Donald Trump’s bid to federalize the Oregon National Guard for Portland, prompting sharp warnings from multiple judges that excessive judicial deference to such deployments risks eroding the rule of law and state sovereignty.
Judicial commission shortlists 35 for court of appeal judges
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has shortlisted 35 people for Court of Appeal judge positions, a potentially historic move by including judges from specialized courts for the first time. Among those selected are prominent lawyers such as Ahmed Issack Hassan and Katwa Kigen. The appointments aim to reduce the backlog of cases in the appeals court.