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Asian Law Caucus Statement on Supreme Court Decision Blocking Trump Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
The Supreme Court delivered its decision in Trump v. Barbara in a 6-3 ruling that the President’s Executive Order seeking limits on birthright citizenship is unconstitutional. The decision comes after multiple federal courts have ruled that the Executive Order violates both the Constitution and federal statute.
Settlement Reached in Mathis v. County of Siskiyou: Shasta Vista Residents Secure the Right to Reliable Water Access
The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors agreed to a settlement that will resolve the remaining claims in Mathis et al. v. County of Siskiyou et al., a case brought by Siskiyou residents who challenged water access restrictions in a community that is home to more than 1,000 residents, most of whom are Asian American. Under the settlement, the County will refrain from enforcing local laws that had the effect of curtailing water deliveries to Shasta Vista.
Read moreUnderstanding U.S. Department of Transportation Changes for Non-Domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses
This page goes over a federal rule that changes requirements that states must follow when issuing or renewing a Non-Domiciled CDL or CLP. It also provides guidance on California CDL cancellations and unemployment insurance.
Learn moreChinatown Tenants Organize Tenant Association to Fight Evictions from Decades-long Home
Long-time tenants of the apartment building at 1120 Jackson formed a tenant association to fight unfair eviction threats and harassment. On Monday, the association held a rally in front of the building with housing advocates and tenant allies in attendance. Members of the association facing evictions include elders who have lived in their building for decades and before receiving nuisance eviction notices in early March, have never received a complaint from their neighbors.
Read moreLatest News and Perspectives
Explainer: Understanding Birthright Citizenship
August 17, 2026
Civil Rights Groups Call for Accountability over Trump Overreach and Illegal Use of Alien Enemies Act
August 14, 2026
Legal Groups That Secured Supreme Court Birthright Victory Move to Protect Babies From Trump’s Latest Attacks on Citizenship
August 11, 2026
Know Your Rights at Airports: International and Domestic
August 7, 2026
Asian Law Caucus Statement on New Executive Orders Attempting to Undermine Birthright Citizenship
August 6, 2026