Case: Crisman v. Department of Justice

1:12-cv-01871 | U.S. District Court for the District of District of Columbia

Filed Date: Nov. 19, 2012

Case Ongoing

Clearinghouse coding complete

Case Summary

On November 19, 2012, an individual plaintiff and National Security Counselors filed this lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The plaintiffs sued the Department of Justice, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence under the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”), the Privacy Act (collectively “FOIA/PA”), the Administrative Procedure Act (“APA”), the Federal Declara…

On November 19, 2012, an individual plaintiff and National Security Counselors filed this lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The plaintiffs sued the Department of Justice, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence under the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”), the Privacy Act (collectively “FOIA/PA”), the Administrative Procedure Act (“APA”), the Federal Declaratory Judgment Act, and the All Writs Act. They sought declaratory, injunctive, and monetary relief. The case was assigned to Judge Emmet G. Sullivan.

The individual plaintiff had been employed as a nurse at the Federal Reserve Board’s headquarters. In 2004, the Miami Field Office of the FBI received a document marked “FISA Alert Report Form” from the Financial Institution Security Association (“FISA”), requesting information on the plaintiff. FBI staff misunderstood the marking, reading “FISA Alert Report Form” to mean “Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act Alert Form.” Because the document was misinterpreted to be a Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act alert, the plaintiff’s name was subsequently added to national and homeland security watchlists, and she was fired. She submitted Freedom of Information Act requests to each of the defendant agencies, seeking records related to FISA alerts and records indicating whether her name appeared on the government’s No Fly List. However, the agencies did not produce responsive documents, and after unsuccessfully filing an earlier lawsuit (Crisman v. DOJ, D.D.C. docket number 11-cv-658), the plaintiffs brought this lawsuit seeking to compel production of documents.

On May 2, 2013, the court ordered the parties to engage in settlement negotiations. On August 15, 2013, the agencies moved for mediation. The following month, the court declined to appoint a mediator.

On December 3, 2013, the agencies filed a motion for summary judgment, indicating that the government agencies had released reasonably segregable materials, conducted reasonable searches, and provided Vaughn indices (declarations explaining the justification for withholding requested documents).

The case was reassigned to District Judge Tanya S. Chutkan in June 2014.

On September 18, 2018, the court granted summary judgment to the agencies on most of the issues raised in the complaint. 332 F. Supp. 3d 139. On July 30, 2020, the agencies filed a renewed motion for summary judgment on the remaining issues; as of August 14, 2020, that motion is pending.

Summary Authors

Susie Choi (4/2/2017)

Sichun Liu (5/26/2019)

People

For PACER's information on parties and their attorneys, see: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/4211772/parties/crisman-v-department-of-justice/


Judge(s)

Chutkan, Tanya Sue (District of Columbia)

Attorney for Plaintiff
Attorney for Defendant

Berhane, Fithawi (District of Columbia)

Braswell, Marina Utgoff (District of Columbia)

Caplen, Robert Aaron (District of Columbia)

Field, Brian J. (District of Columbia)

show all people

Documents in the Clearinghouse

Document

1:12-cv-01871

Docket

July 30, 2020

July 30, 2020

Docket
1

1:12-cv-01871

Complaint

Nov. 19, 2012

Nov. 19, 2012

Complaint
62

1:12-cv-01871

Memorandum Opinion

Sept. 18, 2018

Sept. 18, 2018

Order/Opinion

332 F.Supp.3d 139

66

1:12-cv-01871

Supplemental Memorandum Opinion

March 25, 2019

March 25, 2019

Order/Opinion

2019 WL 1330587

Docket

See docket on RECAP: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/4211772/crisman-v-department-of-justice/

Last updated April 8, 2025, 2:27 p.m.

ECF Number Description Date Link Date / Link

Case Assigned to Judge Emmet G. Sullivan. (mmh) (Entered: 11/19/2012)

Nov. 19, 2012

Nov. 19, 2012

1

COMPLAINT against All Defendants ( Filing fee $ 350 receipt number 0090-3136288) filed by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS. (Attachments: # 1 Civil Cover Sheet)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Attachment 1 replaced on 11/20/2012) (jf, ). (Entered: 11/19/2012)

1 Civil Cover Sheet

View on PACER

Nov. 19, 2012

Nov. 19, 2012

RECAP
2

LCvR 7.1 CERTIFICATE OF DISCLOSURE of Corporate Affiliations and Financial Interests by NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS (McClanahan, Kelly) (Main Document 2 replaced on 11/20/2012) (jf, ). (Entered: 11/19/2012)

Nov. 19, 2012

Nov. 19, 2012

PACER

Case Assigned to Judge Emmet G. Sullivan. (mmh)

Nov. 19, 2012

Nov. 19, 2012

PACER
3

NOTICE (Summonses) by NANCY GALE CRISMAN re 1 Complaint, (Attachments: # 1 Summons, # 2 Summons, # 3 Summons, # 4 Summons, # 5 Summons)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 11/20/2012)

1 Summons

View on PACER

2 Summons

View on PACER

3 Summons

View on PACER

4 Summons

View on PACER

5 Summons

View on PACER

Nov. 20, 2012

Nov. 20, 2012

PACER
4

ELECTRONIC (6) SUMMONS Issued as to BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE, U.S. Attorney and U.S. Attorney General (jf, ) (Entered: 11/21/2012)

Nov. 21, 2012

Nov. 21, 2012

PACER
5

RETURN OF SERVICE/AFFIDAVIT of Summons and Complaint Executed. BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM served on 11/26/2012; DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY served on 11/26/2012; DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE served on 11/26/2012; OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE served on 11/26/2012, RETURN OF SERVICE/AFFIDAVIT of Summons and Complaint Executed on United States Attorney General. Date of Service Upon United States Attorney General 11/26/2012., RETURN OF SERVICE/AFFIDAVIT of Summons and Complaint Executed as to the United States Attorney. Date of Service Upon United States Attorney on 11/28/2012. ( Answer due for ALL FEDERAL DEFENDANTS by 1/27/2013.) (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - USPS letter)(McClanahan, Kelly) Modified on 12/8/2012 (jf, ). (Entered: 12/07/2012)

1 Exhibit A - USPS letter

View on PACER

Dec. 7, 2012

Dec. 7, 2012

PACER
6

NOTICE of Appearance by Oliver W. McDaniel on behalf of All Defendants (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/20/2012)

Dec. 20, 2012

Dec. 20, 2012

PACER
7

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint, by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/20/2012)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Dec. 20, 2012

Dec. 20, 2012

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 7 defendants' consent motion for extension of time to respond to the complaint. Defendants shall file their response to the complaint by no later than January 28, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on December 20, 2012. (lcegs4)

Dec. 20, 2012

Dec. 20, 2012

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 1/28/2013, (clv, ) (Entered: 12/27/2012)

Dec. 27, 2012

Dec. 27, 2012

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 1/28/2013, (clv, )

Dec. 27, 2012

Dec. 27, 2012

PACER

MINUTE ORDER treating as partially opposed and granting over partial opposition 8 defendants' motion for extension of time to respond to the Complaint. Defendants shall respond to the Complaint by no later than February 21, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on January 25, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 01/25/2013)

Jan. 25, 2013

Jan. 25, 2013

8

MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint, (Partial Consent) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 01/25/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Jan. 25, 2013

Jan. 25, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER treating as partially opposed and granting over partial opposition 8 defendants' motion for extension of time to respond to the Complaint. Defendants shall respond to the Complaint by no later than February 21, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on January 25, 2013. (lcegs4)

Jan. 25, 2013

Jan. 25, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 2/21/2013, (clv, ) (Entered: 01/28/2013)

Jan. 28, 2013

Jan. 28, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 2/21/2013, (clv, )

Jan. 28, 2013

Jan. 28, 2013

PACER
9

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint, (until March 14, 2013) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 02/21/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Feb. 21, 2013

Feb. 21, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 9 consent motion for extension of time. Defendants shall file their responses to the complaint by no later than March 14, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on February 25, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 02/25/2013)

Feb. 25, 2013

Feb. 25, 2013

MINUTE ORDER granting 9 consent motion for extension of time. Defendants shall file their responses to the complaint by no later than March 14, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on February 25, 2013. (lcegs4)

Feb. 25, 2013

Feb. 25, 2013

PACER
10

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Answer re 1 Complaint, (TWO-BUSINESS-DAY) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 03/14/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

March 14, 2013

March 14, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 10 defendants' unopposed motion for extension of time to respond to Complaint. Defendants shall file their response to the Complaint by no later than March 18, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on March 15, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 03/15/2013)

March 15, 2013

March 15, 2013

MINUTE ORDER granting 10 defendants' unopposed motion for extension of time to respond to Complaint. Defendants shall file their response to the Complaint by no later than March 18, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on March 15, 2013. (lcegs4)

March 15, 2013

March 15, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 3/18/2013, (clv, ) (Entered: 03/18/2013)

March 18, 2013

March 18, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Answer due by 3/18/2013, (clv, )

March 18, 2013

March 18, 2013

PACER
11

ANSWER to Complaint by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE.(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 03/18/2013)

March 18, 2013

March 18, 2013

PACER
12

ORDER FOR MEET AND CONFER REPORT. Attorney Meet and Confer Conference due by 4/09/2013. Meet & Confer Statement due by 4/16/2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on 03/19/13. (mac) (Entered: 03/19/2013)

March 19, 2013

March 19, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. Upon consideration of 13 the parties' joint motion for extension of time to submit a meet and confer report so that they may focus on settlement discussions, the motion is GRANTED. The parties shall file their meet and confer report by no later than April 25, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 16, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 04/16/2013)

April 16, 2013

April 16, 2013

13

Joint MOTION for Extension of Time to File Meet and Confer Report (until April 23, 2013) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 04/16/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

April 16, 2013

April 16, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. Upon consideration of 13 the parties' joint motion for extension of time to submit a meet and confer report so that they may focus on settlement discussions, the motion is GRANTED. The parties shall file their meet and confer report by no later than April 25, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 16, 2013. (lcegs4)

April 16, 2013

April 16, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Meet & Confer Statement due by 4/25/2013. (clv, ) (Entered: 04/17/2013)

April 17, 2013

April 17, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Meet & Confer Statement due by 4/25/2013. (clv, )

April 17, 2013

April 17, 2013

PACER
14

MEET AND CONFER STATEMENT. (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 04/25/2013)

April 25, 2013

April 25, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. The Court, sua sponte, schedules a status hearing on May 1, 2013 at 12:15 PM in Courtroom 24A to discuss the parties' meet and confer report. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 26, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 04/26/2013)

April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

Set/Reset Hearings: Status Conference set for 5/1/2013 12:15 PM in Courtroom 24A before Judge Emmet G. Sullivan. (clv, ) (Entered: 04/26/2013)

April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

MINUTE ORDER. The Court, sua sponte, schedules a status hearing on May 1, 2013 at 12:15 PM in Courtroom 24A to discuss the parties' meet and confer report. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 26, 2013. (lcegs4)

April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Hearings: Status Conference set for 5/1/2013 12:15 PM in Courtroom 24A before Judge Emmet G. Sullivan. (clv, )

April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

PACER

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Emmet G. Sullivan: Status Conference held on 5/1/2013. Order To Be Issued. (Court Reporter SUSAN TYNER.) (mac) (Entered: 05/01/2013)

May 1, 2013

May 1, 2013

Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Emmet G. Sullivan: Status Conference held on 5/1/2013. Order To Be Issued. (Court Reporter SUSAN TYNER.) (mac)

May 1, 2013

May 1, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. Upon consideration of the joint meet and confer statement, and pursuant to the parties' consent during the status hearing held on the record on May 1, 2013, the parties are directed to comply with the following schedule. The parties shall continue to engage in settlement negotiations until May 31, 2013. If at any point in time, they desire to have a mediator from the District Court's mediation program appointed to assist with settlement discussions, the parties shall electronically file a motion captioned "Joint Motion for Appointment of a Mediator." If this case settles in whole or in part, counsel are directed to notify the Court by filing a stipulation. In the event this case does not settle, defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than July 15, 2013. To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than August 15, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross−motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than September 16, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than October 1, 2013. These dates are firm and will not be moved absent exigent circumstances. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on May 2, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 05/02/2013)

May 2, 2013

May 2, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Vaughn Indes and Administrative Record due by 7/15/2013; Summary Judgment Motion due by 7/15/13; response and Cross Motions due by 8/15/2013; reply and Response to Cross Motions due by 9/16/201;. Reply to Cross Motions due by 10/1/2013. (clv, ) (Entered: 05/02/2013)

May 2, 2013

May 2, 2013

MINUTE ORDER. Upon consideration of the joint meet and confer statement, and pursuant to the parties' consent during the status hearing held on the record on May 1, 2013, the parties are directed to comply with the following schedule. The parties shall continue to engage in settlement negotiations until May 31, 2013. If at any point in time, they desire to have a mediator from the District Court's mediation program appointed to assist with settlement discussions, the parties shall electronically file a motion captioned "Joint Motion for Appointment of a Mediator." If this case settles in whole or in part, counsel are directed to notify the Court by filing a stipulation. In the event this case does not settle, defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than July 15, 2013. To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than August 15, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross-motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than September 16, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than October 1, 2013. These dates are firm and will not be moved absent exigent circumstances. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on May 2, 2013. (lcegs4)

May 2, 2013

May 2, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Vaughn Indes and Administrative Record due by 7/15/2013; Summary Judgment Motion due by 7/15/13; response and Cross Motions due by 8/15/2013; reply and Response to Cross Motions due by 9/16/201;. Reply to Cross Motions due by 10/1/2013. (clv, )

May 2, 2013

May 2, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 15 defendants' consent motion for extension of briefing schedule so that the parties may continue to focus on settlement. If this case settles in whole or in part, counsel are directed to notify the Court by filing a stipulation. In the event this case does not settle, defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than August 15, 2013. To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than September 16, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross−motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than October 16, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than November 1, 2013. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on July 12, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 07/12/2013)

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Summary Judgment Motion due by 8/15/13; Vaughn Index and administrative record due by 8/15/13; Response and Cross Motions due by 9/16/2013; Reply and Response to Cross Motions due by 10/16/2013. Reply to Cross Motions due by 11/1/2013.. (clv, ) (Entered: 07/12/2013)

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013

15

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to Submit Briefing (by One Month) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 07/12/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 15 defendants' consent motion for extension of briefing schedule so that the parties may continue to focus on settlement. If this case settles in whole or in part, counsel are directed to notify the Court by filing a stipulation. In the event this case does not settle, defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than August 15, 2013. To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than September 16, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross-motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than October 16, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than November 1, 2013. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on July 12, 2013. (lcegs4)

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Summary Judgment Motion due by 8/15/13; Vaughn Index and administrative record due by 8/15/13; Response and Cross Motions due by 9/16/2013; Reply and Response to Cross Motions due by 10/16/2013. Reply to Cross Motions due by 11/1/2013.. (clv, )

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013

PACER
16

MOTION for Mediation(Circuit Executive's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program), MOTION to Stay Pending Resolution of ADR by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 08/15/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Aug. 15, 2013

Aug. 15, 2013

PACER
17

Memorandum in opposition to re 16 MOTION for Mediation(Circuit Executive's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program) MOTION to Stay Pending Resolution of ADR filed by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - McDaniel-McClanahan email, # 2 Text of Proposed Order)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 09/03/2013)

1 Exhibit A - McDaniel-McClanahan email

View on PACER

2 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Sept. 3, 2013

Sept. 3, 2013

PACER
18

REPLY to opposition to motion re 16 MOTION for Mediation(Circuit Executive's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program) MOTION to Stay Pending Resolution of ADR filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE. (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 09/09/2013)

Sept. 9, 2013

Sept. 9, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. Pending before the Court is 16 Defendants' Motion for a Stay and Referral to this Court's Mediation Program, which plaintiffs strongly oppose. In light of the fact that plaintiffs do not agree to mediate, the Court is unwilling to waste the valuable time of a seasoned mediator. If at any future time the parties desire to have a mediator from the District Court's mediation program appointed to assist with settlement discussions, the parties shall electronically file a motion captioned "Joint Motion for Appointment of a Mediator." Accordingly, it is hereby ORDERED that defendants' motion is denied. It is FURTHER ORDERED that defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than October 11, 2013.To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than November 12, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross−motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than December 9, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than December 23, 2013. SO ORDERED.Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on September 11, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 09/11/2013)

Sept. 11, 2013

Sept. 11, 2013

MINUTE ORDER. Pending before the Court is 16 Defendants' Motion for a Stay and Referral to this Court's Mediation Program, which plaintiffs strongly oppose. In light of the fact that plaintiffs do not agree to mediate, the Court is unwilling to waste the valuable time of a seasoned mediator. If at any future time the parties desire to have a mediator from the District Court's mediation program appointed to assist with settlement discussions, the parties shall electronically file a motion captioned "Joint Motion for Appointment of a Mediator." Accordingly, it is hereby ORDERED that defendants' motion is denied. It is FURTHER ORDERED that defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed no later than October 11, 2013.To the extent applicable, defendants shall prepare and file a Vaughn index and the administrative record by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition shall be filed no later than November 12, 2013. If plaintiffs choose to file a cross-motion, it shall be combined with the opposition and filed on the same date. Defendants' reply and, if applicable, combined opposition shall be filed no later than December 9, 2013. Plaintiffs' reply, if applicable, shall be filed no later than December 23, 2013. SO ORDERED.Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on September 11, 2013. (lcegs4)

Sept. 11, 2013

Sept. 11, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motions due by 10/11/2013. Defendant Vaughn Index due by 10/11/2013. Defendant Administrative Record due by 10/11/2013. Plaintiff Opposition to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 11/12/2013. Defendant's Reply to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 12/9/2013. Plaintiff's Replies due by 12/23/2013. (mac) (Entered: 09/12/2013)

Sept. 12, 2013

Sept. 12, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motions due by 10/11/2013. Defendant Vaughn Index due by 10/11/2013. Defendant Administrative Record due by 10/11/2013. Plaintiff Opposition to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 11/12/2013. Defendant's Reply to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 12/9/2013. Plaintiff's Replies due by 12/23/2013. (mac)

Sept. 12, 2013

Sept. 12, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 19 unopposed request for stay of the proceedings in light of the government shutdown. The government shall notify the Court as soon as Congress has appropriated funds for the Department of Justice, shall request that the stay be lifted, and shall set forth proposed new deadlines in this matter commensurate with the duration of the lapse in appropriations. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 1, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 10/01/2013)

Oct. 1, 2013

Oct. 1, 2013

19

Consent MOTION to Stay Case Because of Lapse of Appropriations by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 10/01/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Oct. 1, 2013

Oct. 1, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 19 unopposed request for stay of the proceedings in light of the government shutdown. The government shall notify the Court as soon as Congress has appropriated funds for the Department of Justice, shall request that the stay be lifted, and shall set forth proposed new deadlines in this matter commensurate with the duration of the lapse in appropriations. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 1, 2013. (lcegs4)

Oct. 1, 2013

Oct. 1, 2013

PACER

Case Stayed (mac) (Entered: 10/02/2013)

Oct. 2, 2013

Oct. 2, 2013

Case Stayed (mac)

Oct. 2, 2013

Oct. 2, 2013

PACER
20

NOTICE OF RESUMPTION OF GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 10/21/2013)

Oct. 21, 2013

Oct. 21, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER. In view of the end of the government shut down, the parties are directed to file a proposed revised briefing schedule by no later than October 24, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 22, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 10/22/2013)

Oct. 22, 2013

Oct. 22, 2013

MINUTE ORDER. In view of the end of the government shut down, the parties are directed to file a proposed revised briefing schedule by no later than October 24, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 22, 2013. (lcegs4)

Oct. 22, 2013

Oct. 22, 2013

PACER
21

WITHDRAWN PURSUANT TO 22 NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL..... NOTICE OF JOINT PROPOSED BRIEFING SCHEDULE by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (McDaniel, Oliver) Modified on 10/28/2013 (jf, ). (Entered: 10/24/2013)

Oct. 24, 2013

Oct. 24, 2013

PACER
22

NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL OF NOTICE OF JOINT PROPOSED BRIEFING SCHEDULE by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE re 21 Notice (Other) (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 10/25/2013)

Oct. 25, 2013

Oct. 25, 2013

PACER
23

MOTION for Extension of Time to File Briefs (Partially Unopposed) by DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 10/25/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Oct. 25, 2013

Oct. 25, 2013

PACER
24

NOTICE OF FILING DECLARATION OF DAVID M. HARDY by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE re 23 MOTION for Extension of Time to File Briefs (Partially Unopposed) (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David M. Hardy and Exhibit A)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 10/25/2013)

1 Declaration of David M. Hardy and Exhibit A

View on PACER

Oct. 25, 2013

Oct. 25, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER treating as partially opposed and granting over partial opposition 23 defendants' motion for extension of briefing schedule. Defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than December 2, 2013, and Vaughn indices/administrative records shall be filed by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition and cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than January 9, 2014. Defendants' reply and opposition to cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than February 11, 2014, and plaintiffs' reply in support of cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than February 25, 2104. No further extensions of time will be granted absent exigent circumstances. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 29, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 10/29/2013)

Oct. 29, 2013

Oct. 29, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motion due by 12/2/2013. Administrative Record due by 12/2/2013. Plaintiff Response to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 1/9/2014. Defendant's Reply to Opposition due by 2/11/2014. Plaintiff Reply in Support of Cross Motion due by 2/25/2014. (mac) (Entered: 10/29/2013)

Oct. 29, 2013

Oct. 29, 2013

MINUTE ORDER treating as partially opposed and granting over partial opposition 23 defendants' motion for extension of briefing schedule. Defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than December 2, 2013, and Vaughn indices/administrative records shall be filed by no later than that same date. Plaintiffs' opposition and cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than January 9, 2014. Defendants' reply and opposition to cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than February 11, 2014, and plaintiffs' reply in support of cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than February 25, 2104. No further extensions of time will be granted absent exigent circumstances. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on October 29, 2013. (lcegs4)

Oct. 29, 2013

Oct. 29, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motion due by 12/2/2013. Administrative Record due by 12/2/2013. Plaintiff Response to Motion for Summary Judgment due by 1/9/2014. Defendant's Reply to Opposition due by 2/11/2014. Plaintiff Reply in Support of Cross Motion due by 2/25/2014. (mac)

Oct. 29, 2013

Oct. 29, 2013

PACER
25

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Motion for Summary Judgment (for One Business Day) by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/02/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Dec. 2, 2013

Dec. 2, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 25 consent motion for one day extension of time. Defendants shall file their summary judgment motion by no later than December 3, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on December 3, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 12/03/2013)

Dec. 3, 2013

Dec. 3, 2013

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motion due by 12/3/2013. (mac) (Entered: 12/03/2013)

Dec. 3, 2013

Dec. 3, 2013

MINUTE ORDER granting 25 consent motion for one day extension of time. Defendants shall file their summary judgment motion by no later than December 3, 2013. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on December 3, 2013. (lcegs4)

Dec. 3, 2013

Dec. 3, 2013

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Defendant's Summary Judgment motion due by 12/3/2013. (mac)

Dec. 3, 2013

Dec. 3, 2013

PACER
26

MOTION for Summary Judgment by DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in Support)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/03/2013)

1 Memorandum in Support

View on PACER

Dec. 3, 2013

Dec. 3, 2013

PACER
27

MOTION for Leave to File Late Exhibits and a Statement Of Material Facts Not In Genuine Dispute In Support Of Defendants' Motion for Summary by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order, # 2 Ex. 1 (Stipulation of Dismissal), # 3 Ex. 2 (Other Complaint), # 4 Ex. 3 (2nd Declaration of David Hardy), # 5 Ex. 3 (Exhibits A - X of Hardy Dec.), # 6 Ex. 3 (Exhibit Z to Hardy Dec.), # 7 SEALED PER COUNSEL. . . . Ex. 4 (Declaration of James Holzer and Exhibits), # 8 Ex. 5 (Declaration of David Caperton and Exhibits), # 9 Ex. 6 (Declaration of Jennifer Hudson and Exhibits), # 10 Statement of Facts)(McDaniel, Oliver) Modified on 12/6/2013 (td, ). (Entered: 12/04/2013)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

2 Ex. 1 (Stipulation of Dismissal)

View on PACER

3 Ex. 2 (Other Complaint)

View on PACER

4 Ex. 3 (2nd Declaration of David Hardy)

View on PACER

5 Ex. 3 (Exhibits A - X of Hardy Dec.)

View on PACER

6 Ex. 3 (Exhibit Z to Hardy Dec.)

View on PACER

8 Ex. 5 (Declaration of David Caperton and Exhibits)

View on PACER

9 Ex. 6 (Declaration of Jennifer Hudson and Exhibits)

View on PACER

10 Statement of Facts

View on PACER

Dec. 4, 2013

Dec. 4, 2013

PACER
28

SEALED MOTION FOR LEAVE TO FILE DOCUMENT UNDER SEAL filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.) (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order, # 2 Ex. 3 (Exhibit Y - Part 1 to Hardy Dec.), # 3 Ex. 3 (Exhibit Y - Part 2 to Hardy Dec.))(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/04/2013)

Dec. 4, 2013

Dec. 4, 2013

PACER
29

NOTICE OF FILING REDACTED EXHIBIT Y TO EXHIBIT 3, DECLARATION OF DAVID M. HARDY, IN SUPPORT OF DEFENDANTS MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE re 27 MOTION for Leave to File Late Exhibits and a Statement Of Material Facts Not In Genuine Dispute In Support Of Defendants' Motion for Summary, 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 3 (Ex. Y (redacted) to Hardy Dec. - Part 1), # 2 Exhibit 3 (Ex. Y (redacted) to Hardy Dec. - Part 2))(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/04/2013)

1 Exhibit 3 (Ex. Y (redacted) to Hardy Dec. - Part 1)

View on PACER

2 Exhibit 3 (Ex. Y (redacted) to Hardy Dec. - Part 2)

View on PACER

Dec. 4, 2013

Dec. 4, 2013

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 27 defendants' motion for leave to late file statement of material facts and exhibits in support of the motion for 26 summary judgment. Defendants' statement of material facts and exhibits in support of motion for summary judgment are hereby deemed filed. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on December 5, 2013. (lcegs4) (Entered: 12/05/2013)

Dec. 5, 2013

Dec. 5, 2013

MINUTE ORDER granting 27 defendants' motion for leave to late file statement of material facts and exhibits in support of the motion for 26 summary judgment. Defendants' statement of material facts and exhibits in support of motion for summary judgment are hereby deemed filed. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on December 5, 2013. (lcegs4)

Dec. 5, 2013

Dec. 5, 2013

PACER
31

STATEMENT OF MATERIAL FACTS re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibits, # 2 Exhibits)(jf, ) (Entered: 12/11/2013)

1 Exhibit

View on PACER

2 Exhibit

View on PACER

Dec. 5, 2013

Dec. 5, 2013

PACER
30

NOTICE OF FILING CORRECTED EXHIBIT 4, DECLARATION OF JAMES HOLZER, IN SUPPORT OF DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 4 (Declaration of James Holzer and Exhibits))(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 12/06/2013)

1 Exhibit 4 (Declaration of James Holzer and Exhibits)

View on PACER

Dec. 6, 2013

Dec. 6, 2013

PACER
32

SEALED ORDER re 28 SEALED MOTION FOR LEAVE TO FILE DOCUMENT UNDER SEAL filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons) filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY.(This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.)Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on 12/05/13.(zmac) (Entered: 12/11/2013)

Dec. 9, 2013

Dec. 9, 2013

PACER
33

SEALED Exhibit Y re 31 STATEMENT OF MATERIAL FACTS re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.) (Attachments: # 1 Part 2)(zjf, ) (Entered: 12/17/2013)

Dec. 9, 2013

Dec. 9, 2013

PACER
34

Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 01/09/2014)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Jan. 9, 2014

Jan. 9, 2014

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 34 plaintiffs' consent motion for extension of time. Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than January 16, 2014. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on January 13, 2014. (lcegs4) (Entered: 01/13/2014)

Jan. 13, 2014

Jan. 13, 2014

MINUTE ORDER granting 34 plaintiffs' consent motion for extension of time. Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than January 16, 2014. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on January 13, 2014. (lcegs4)

Jan. 13, 2014

Jan. 13, 2014

PACER

Set/Reset Deadlines: Plaintiff Opposition to Defendant'sMotion for Summary Judgment due by 1/16/2014. (mac)

Jan. 13, 2014

Jan. 13, 2014

PACER
35

MOTION to Stay re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Ibrahim order, # 2 Text of Proposed Order)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 01/15/2014)

1 Exhibit A - Ibrahim order

View on PACER

2 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Jan. 15, 2014

Jan. 15, 2014

PACER
36

Memorandum in opposition to re 35 MOTION to Stay re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment filed by BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE. (McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 01/29/2014)

Jan. 29, 2014

Jan. 29, 2014

PACER
37

Cross MOTION for Briefing Schedule (New) by DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McDaniel, Oliver) (Entered: 01/29/2014)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Jan. 29, 2014

Jan. 29, 2014

PACER
38

REPLY to opposition to motion re 35 MOTION to Stay re 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment filed by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS. (McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 02/05/2014)

Feb. 5, 2014

Feb. 5, 2014

PACER
39

Memorandum in opposition to re 37 Cross MOTION for Briefing Schedule (New) filed by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 02/05/2014)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

Feb. 5, 2014

Feb. 5, 2014

PACER

MINUTE ORDER granting 35 plaintiffs' motion to stay and denying 37 defendants' cross motion for briefing schedule. "A trial court has broad discretion to stay all proceedings in an action pending the resolution of independent proceedings elsewhere." Hisler v. Gallaudet Univ., 344 F.Supp.2d29, 35 (D.D.C. 2004) (citing Landis v. North Am. Co., 299 U.S. 248, 254 (1936)). The court "must weigh competing interests and maintain an even balance," when determining when to stay a proceeding. Landis, 299 U.S. at 254. "The power to stay proceedings is... inherent in every court to control thedisposition of the causes on its docket with economy of time and effort for itself, for counsel, and for litigants." Air Line Pilots Ass'n v. Miller, 523 U.S. 866, 879 n.6 (1998) (quoting Landis, 299 U.S. at 254−55). "Indeed, a trial court may, with propriety, find it is efficient for its own docket and the fairest course for the parties to enter a stay of an action before it pending resolution of independent proceedings which bear upon the case." IBT/HERE Employee Representatives Councilv. Gate Gourmet Div. Ams., 402 F.Supp.2d 289, 292 (D.D.C. 2005). For substantially the reasons stated in plaintiffs' motion to stay the case and reply in support thereof, the Court will, in the exercise of its sound discretion, STAY this case for a limited period of time, until April 22, 2014, in order to provide plaintiffs the opportunity to address Judge Alsup's unsealed, or partially unsealed, memorandum opinion in Ibrahim v. DHS, No. 06−545 (N.D. Cal.). Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment and cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than April 22, 2014. Defendants' reply and opposition to cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than May 22, 2014, and plaintiffs' reply in support of cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than June 5, 2014. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on February 13, 2014. (lcegs4) (Entered: 02/13/2014)

Feb. 13, 2014

Feb. 13, 2014

MINUTE ORDER granting 35 plaintiffs' motion to stay and denying 37 defendants' cross motion for briefing schedule. "A trial court has broad discretion to stay all proceedings in an action pending the resolution of independent proceedings elsewhere." Hisler v. Gallaudet Univ., 344 F.Supp.2d29, 35 (D.D.C. 2004) (citing Landis v. North Am. Co., 299 U.S. 248, 254 (1936)). The court "must weigh competing interests and maintain an even balance," when determining when to stay a proceeding. Landis, 299 U.S. at 254. "The power to stay proceedings is... inherent in every court to control thedisposition of the causes on its docket with economy of time and effort for itself, for counsel, and for litigants." Air Line Pilots Ass'n v. Miller, 523 U.S. 866, 879 n.6 (1998) (quoting Landis, 299 U.S. at 254-55). "Indeed, a trial court may, with propriety, find it is efficient for its own docket and the fairest course for the parties to enter a stay of an action before it pending resolution of independent proceedings which bear upon the case." IBT/HERE Employee Representatives Councilv. Gate Gourmet Div. Ams., 402 F.Supp.2d 289, 292 (D.D.C. 2005). For substantially the reasons stated in plaintiffs' motion to stay the case and reply in support thereof, the Court will, in the exercise of its sound discretion, STAY this case for a limited period of time, until April 22, 2014, in order to provide plaintiffs the opportunity to address Judge Alsup's unsealed, or partially unsealed, memorandum opinion in Ibrahim v. DHS, No. 06-545 (N.D. Cal.). Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment and cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than April 22, 2014. Defendants' reply and opposition to cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than May 22, 2014, and plaintiffs' reply in support of cross motion, if any, shall be filed by no later than June 5, 2014. SO ORDERED. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on February 13, 2014. (lcegs4)

Feb. 13, 2014

Feb. 13, 2014

PACER

MINUTE ORDER treating as opposed and granting over objection 40 plaintiffs' motion for extension of time. Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than April 28, 2014. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 18, 2014. (lcegs2) (Entered: 04/18/2014)

April 18, 2014

April 18, 2014

40

MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to 26 MOTION for Summary Judgment by NANCY GALE CRISMAN, NATIONAL SECURITY COUNSELORS (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(McClanahan, Kelly) (Entered: 04/18/2014)

1 Text of Proposed Order

View on PACER

April 18, 2014

April 18, 2014

PACER

MINUTE ORDER treating as opposed and granting over objection 40 plaintiffs' motion for extension of time. Plaintiffs' opposition to defendants' motion for summary judgment shall be filed by no later than April 28, 2014. Signed by Judge Emmet G. Sullivan on April 18, 2014. (lcegs2)

April 18, 2014

April 18, 2014

PACER

Case Details

State / Territory: District of Columbia

Case Type(s):

National Security

Special Collection(s):

Multi-LexSum (in sample)

Key Dates

Filing Date: Nov. 19, 2012

Case Ongoing: Yes

Plaintiffs

Plaintiff Description:

A woman who was placed on government watchlists and fired from her job when the FBI misread an acronym.

Plaintiff Type(s):

Private Plaintiff

Non-profit NON-religious organization

Public Interest Lawyer: Yes

Filed Pro Se: No

Class Action Sought: No

Class Action Outcome: Not sought

Defendants

United States Department of Justice, Federal

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Federal

United States Department of Homeland Security, Federal

Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Federal

Defendant Type(s):

Law-enforcement

Case Details

Causes of Action:

Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. §§ 551 et seq.

Declaratory Judgment Act, 28 U.S.C. § 2201

All Writs Act, 28 U.S.C. § 1651

FOIA (Freedom of Information Act), 5 U.S.C. § 552

Available Documents:

Trial Court Docket

Complaint (any)

Any published opinion

Outcome

Prevailing Party: None Yet / None

Nature of Relief:

None yet

Source of Relief:

None yet

Issues

General/Misc.:

Record-keeping

Records Disclosure