The Eighth Circuit continues to hear high-stakes immigration and state-related cases; it blocks, upholds, and reviews federal actions as the government faces legal challenges.
The Justice Department has sought to remove U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross from cases tied to Fulton County politics. An internal investigation found sexual activity in the courthouse with a high-ranking officer, partisan events, and improper supervision. Ross has issued a private reprimand and is facing impeachment resolutions.