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COMPLAINT for Injunctive and Declaratory Relief against All Defendants ( Filing fee $ 405 receipt number ADCDC-11952158) filed by T.L., I.O., K.S., D.S., D.A.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of K.S., # 2 Civil Cover Sheet, # 3 Supplement Addendum to Civil Cover Sheet, # 4 Summons Bondi Summons, # 5 Summons Lyons Summons, # 6 Summons Noem Summons, # 7 Summons Rubio Summons)(Baron, Noah) (Attachment 2 replaced on 9/12/2025) (zmtm). (Entered: 09/12/2025)
1 Declaration Declaration of K.S.
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2 Civil Cover Sheet
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3 Supplement Addendum to Civil Cover Sheet
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4 Summons Bondi Summons
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5 Summons Lyons Summons
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6 Summons Noem Summons
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SUMMONS (5) Issued Electronically as to PAMELA BONDI, TODD M. LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, MARCO RUBIO, U.S. Attorney, and U.S. Attorney General. (Attachments: # 1 Notice and Consent) (zjd) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE to the Court Regarding Attempted Service Related to Emergency Motion for Temporary Restraining Order (Second) by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
1 Exhibit A
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice :Attorney Name- Alexandra Smolyar, Filing fee $ 100, receipt number ADCDC-11953157. Fee Status: Fee Paid. by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit of Alexandra Smolyar, # 2 Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance- Pro Bono by Patrick Taurel on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Taurel, Patrick) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance by Samantha Chariz Hamilton on behalf of D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S. (Hamilton, Samantha) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance- Pro Bono by Meredyth Yoon on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Yoon, Meredyth) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance by Mary Larakers on behalf of All Defendants (Larakers, Mary) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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Joint STATUS REPORT Regarding Meet and Confer Efforts by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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MOTION Emergency Interim Relief re 17 Status Report by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Hamilton, Samantha) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief by D.A., D.S., I.O.. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in Support, # 2 Text of Proposed Order, # 3 Affidavit)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
1 Memorandum in Support
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2 Text of Proposed Order
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3 Affidavit
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MOTION to Proceed Pseudonymously by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S.. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in Support)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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NOTICE to the Court Regarding Attempted Service Related to Emergency Motion for Temporary Restraining Order by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
1 Exhibit Exhibit A
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CIVIL COVER SHEET by T.L., I.O., K.S., D.S., D.A. filed by T.L., I.O., K.S., D.S., D.A.. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Addendum to Civil Cover Sheet)(Baron, Noah) (Main Document 5 replaced on 9/12/2025 to remove fillable form) (zjd). (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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REQUEST FOR SUMMONS TO ISSUE to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi filed by T.L., I.O., K.S., D.S., D.A..(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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REQUEST FOR SUMMONS TO ISSUE to U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro filed by T.L., I.O., K.S., D.S., D.A..(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice :Attorney Name- Meredyth Yoon, Filing fee $ 100, receipt number ADCDC-11952686. Fee Status: Fee Paid. by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Meredyth Yoon, # 2 Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice :Attorney Name- Samantha Hamilton, Filing fee $ 100, receipt number ADCDC-11952743. Fee Status: Fee Paid. by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Samanthan Hamilton, # 2 Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/12/2025)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Notice of Error- New Case
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Case Assigned/Reassigned
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief AND Set/Reset Deadlines
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice AND Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice AND Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice
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Sept. 12, 2025
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.Order
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Notice of Hearing on Motion
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Motion Hearing AND ~Util - Set/Reset Deadlines
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Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice
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NOTICE OF NEW CASE ERROR The following error(s) need correction: Incorrect civil cover sheet. Please locate the Civil Cover Sheet (JS44) form at www.dcd.uscourts.gov/new-case-forms & file using the event Civil Cover Sheet. Missing summonses- U.S. government. When naming a U.S. government agent or agency as a defendant, you must supply a summons for each defendant & two additional summonses for the U.S. Attorney & U.S. Attorney General. Please submit using the event Request for Summons to Issue. No signature - Civil Cover Sheet. Please file the signed document using the event Errata. All filings must have an original signature or /s/ Attorney Name to represent an electronic signature of the filer. COMPLIANCE DEADLINE is by close of business today. This case will not proceed any further until all errors are satisfied. (zmtm)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Motion Hearing
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Order
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: The Court has reviewed Plaintiffs' 3 Motion to Proceed Under Pseudonym. Given the imminent nature of this matter, it determines that a full Opinion is not practical at this time. Believing that Plaintiffs have made the required showing on the relevant factors, the Court ORDERS that: 1) The 3 Motion is GRANTED, subject to any further consideration by the United States District Judge to whom this case is randomly assigned; 2) All parties shall use the pseudonyms listed in the Complaint in all documents filed in this action; and 3) Within fourteen days of this Order, Plaintiffs shall file a sealed declaration containing their real names and residential addresses. So ORDERED by Chief Judge James E. Boasberg on September 12, 2025. (lcjeb4)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Case Assigned to Judge Tanya S. Chutkan. (zjd)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: GRANTING Motions for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice as to 8 Meredyth Yoon, 9 Samantha Hamilton, and 12 Alexandra Smolyar. Meredyth Yoon, Samantha Hamilton, and Alexandra Smolyar are hereby admitted pro hac vice to represent Plaintiffs in this matter. Counsel should register for e-filing via PACER and file a notice of appearance pursuant to LCvR 83.6(a) Click for instructions. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/12/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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NOTICE of Hearing on Motion 2 Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief : Motion Hearing set for 9/12/2025 at 2:00 PM in Courtroom 9- In Person before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan. (zcll)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: The court will provide access for the public to telephonically attend the hearing scheduled for September 12th, 2025 at 2:00PM. The hearing can be accessed by dialing the Toll-Free Number: 833-990-9400 (Meeting ID: 493633106). It is hereby ORDERED that the attendees using the public access telephone line shall adhere to the following: persons remotely accessing court proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting any court proceedings (including those held by telephone or videoconference). Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the presiding Judge. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/12/2025. (zcll) Modified on 9/12/2025 to update date/time (zcll).
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan: Motion Hearing held on 9/12/2025 re 2 Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief filed by I.O., D.A., D.S. Oral arguments heard. Plaintiffs Supplemental Briefing due by 9/13/2025. Governments response to ECF 2 due by COB 9/15/2025. (Court Reporter Bryan Wayne.) (zcll)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: Given Plaintiffs' representation to the court via email after today's hearing, that Plaintiffs face removal from Ghana tomorrow morning, it is hereby ORDERED that the parties shall meet and confer tonight, 9/12/2025, and determine whether the parties can come to an agreement to maintain the status quo, or maintain Plaintiffs in their current location, given the pending 2 Motion for Temporary Restraining Order and briefing deadlines that the parties proposed at today's hearing (Plaintiffs' Supplemental Briefing due by tomorrow 9/13/25; Defendants' Reply due by Monday 9/15/25 close of business). The parties shall file a joint status report on the docket by tonight 8:30 P.M. EST detailing the parties' agreements, if any. Should the parties fail to come to an agreement, the court is inclined to set another hearing as early as tomorrow morning, Saturday, 9/13/2025. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/12/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 12, 2025
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Sept. 12, 2025
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NOTICE of Appearance by Lee Gelernt on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Gelernt, Lee) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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NOTICE of Appearance by My Khanh Ngo on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Ngo, My Khanh) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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DECLARATION by D.A.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Plaintiff D.A.)(Hamilton, Samantha) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
1 Declaration of Plaintiff D.A.
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Sept. 13, 2025
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NOTICE of Appearance by Matthew Patrick Seamon on behalf of All Defendants (Seamon, Matthew) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
PACER
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TRANSCRIPT OF MOTION HEARING before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan held on September 12, 2025; Page Numbers: 1-29. Date of Issuance: 9/13/2025. Court Reporter: Bryan A. Wayne, (202) 354-3186. Transcripts may be ordered by submitting the Transcript Order FormFor the first 90 days after this filing date, the transcript may be viewed at the courthouse at a public terminal or purchased from the court reporter referenced above. After 90 days, the transcript may be accessed via PACER. Other transcript formats, (multi-page, condensed, CD or ASCII) may be purchased from the court reporter.NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS: The parties have twenty-one days to file with the court and the court reporter any request to redact personal identifiers from this transcript. If no such requests are filed, the transcript will be made available to the public via PACER without redaction after 90 days. The policy, which includes the five personal identifiers specifically covered, is located on our website at www.dcd.uscourts.gov. Redaction Request due 10/4/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/14/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/12/2025.(Wayne, Bryan) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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NOTICE of Appearance by Elianis N. Perez on behalf of All Defendants (Perez, Elianis) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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NOTICE OF SUPPLEMENTAL AUTHORITY by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Hamilton, Samantha) (Entered: 09/13/2025)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Notice of Hearing on Motion
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
PACER
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.Order AND ~Util - Set/Reset Deadlines
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
PACER
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Motion Hearing
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Order
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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NOTICE of Hearing on Motion 18 MOTION Emergency Interim Relief re 17 Status Report, 2 Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief : Motion Hearing set for 9/13/2025 at 3:00 PM by Telephonic/VTC before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan. (zcll)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: The court will provide access for the public to telephonically attend the hearing scheduled for September 13th, 2025 at 3:00PM. The hearing can be accessed by dialing the Toll-Free Number: 833-990-9400 (Meeting ID: 493633106). It is hereby ORDERED that the attendees using the public access telephone line shall adhere to the following: persons remotely accessing court proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting any court proceedings (including those held by telephone or videoconference). Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the presiding Judge. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/13/2025. (zcll)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan: Motion Hearing held on 9/13/2025 re 18 MOTION Emergency Interim Relief & 2 Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief filed by I.O., D.A., D.S. The Court hears Oral Argument and takes the matter under advisement. Order forthcoming. (Court Reporter Christine Asif.) (zcll)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: Given the representations made at the September 12, and September 13, 2025, hearings, it is hereby ORDERED that Defendants shall file a declaration by today, September 13, 2025, at 9:00PM EST, setting forth the government's efforts, in light of Ghana's transfer of at least one Plaintiff to his home country, to keep Plaintiffs from being removed to their countries of origin or other countries where they fear persecution or torture. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/13/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: In light of the representations made at today's hearing and the Government's 9:00 P.M. deadline, see Sept. 13, 2025 Min. Order, it is hereby ORDERED that, to the extent the parties wish to submit further briefing on 2 Motion for TRO, Plaintiffs shall file Supplemental Briefing, if any, by Sunday, 9/14/2025, at 12:00 P.M. The Government shall file a Response, if any, by Sunday, 9/14/2025, at 3:00 P.M. EST. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/13/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 13, 2025
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Sept. 13, 2025
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MOTION Provision of Court-Ordered Declaration to Plaintiffs by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
1 Exhibit A
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Second MOTION for Provision of Court-Ordered Declaration and for Extension of Time for Supplemental Briefing re 26 MOTION Provision of Court-Ordered Declaration to Plaintiffs by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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RESPONSE TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE re Order,, filed by PAMELA BONDI, TODD M. LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, MARCO RUBIO. (Larakers, Mary) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice :Attorney Name- Gianna Borroto, Filing fee $ 100, receipt number ADCDC-11955422. Fee Status: Fee Paid. by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Certificate of Good Standing)(Taurel, Patrick) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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PROTECTIVE ORDER: setting forth procedures for handling Government's Declaration. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/14/2025. (lcer) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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SEALED MOTION FOR LEAVE TO FILE DOCUMENT UNDER SEAL filed by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.) (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in Support of Plaintiffs' Request for Emergency Relief, # 2 Exhibit A - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals, # 3 Exhibit B - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals, # 4 Exhibit C - Transcript - Motion Hearing on September 12, 2025)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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MEMORANDUM by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals, # 2 Exhibit B - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals, # 3 Exhibit C - Transcript - Motion Hearing on September 12, 2025)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
1 Exhibit A - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals
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2 Exhibit B - Memorandum - Guidance Regarding Third Country Removals
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3 Exhibit C - Transcript - Motion Hearing on September 12, 2025
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Memorandum in opposition to re 18 MOTION Emergency Interim Relief re 17 Status Report, 2 Ex Parte MOTION for Temporary Restraining Order for Emergency Relief filed by PAMELA BONDI, TODD M. LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, MARCO RUBIO. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1)(Larakers, Mary) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
1 Exhibit 1
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REPLY to opposition to motion re 18 Motion for Miscellaneous Relief, 31 Sealed Motion for Leave to File Document Under Seal, 2 Motion for TRO filed by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/14/2025)
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Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief AND Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief
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Sept. 14, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: Upon consideration of Plaintiffs' 26 & 27 Motions, and given the representations made therein, it is hereby ORDERED that Defendants shall show cause by today, 9/14/2025, 1:30PM EST as to why a protective order prohibiting Plaintiffs' counsel from releasing or sharing the submitted information, including to the public or any foreign government or court, is insufficient to safeguard its interests and how its filing satisfies the stringent requirements for ex parte submissions. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/14/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 14, 2025
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Order on Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice
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Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief
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MINUTE ORDER: Given the Government's 28 Response to Order to Show Cause, it is hereby ORDERED that the parties shall submit a draft stipulated protective order by 3:30 P.M today. It is further ORDERED that the Supplemental Briefing deadlines are hereby stayed pending further order of this court. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/14/2025. (lcer)
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Sept. 14, 2025
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MINUTE ORDER: GRANTING Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice as to 29 Gianna Borroto. Gianna Borroto is hereby admitted pro hac vice to represent Plaintiffs in this matter. Counsel should register for e-filing via PACER and file a notice of appearance pursuant to LCvR 83.6(a) Click for instructions. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/14/2025. (lcer)
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MINUTE ORDER: Given the 30 Stipulated Protective Order, Plaintiffs' Motions 26 and 27 are hereby DENIED as MOOT. Pursuant to the parties' agreement, the court resets the deadlines for supplemental briefing on 2 TRO Motion: Plaintiffs shall file their supplemental brief tonight by 6:30 P.M. EST. The Government shall file its Response tonight by 8:30 P.M. EST. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/14/2025. (lcer)
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NOTICE of Appearance by Alexandra Michele Smolyar on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Smolyar, Alexandra) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
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NOTICE to the Court of Status of Plaintiffs by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Declaration of Wife of D.A.)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
1 Exhibit A - Declaration of Wife of D.A.
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MOTION to Compel Provision of Memorandum of Understanding Between United States of American and Ghana by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
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NOTICE to the Court Regarding Status of Plaintiffs (Second) by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
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NOTICE to the Court Regarding Status of Plaintiffs (Third) by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
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Emergency MOTION to Unseal Document (Declaration of Jonathan G. Pratt) and File on Public Docket by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Attachments: # 1 Text of Proposed Order)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
1 Text of Proposed Order
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MEMORANDUM OPINION & ORDER: DENYING Plaintiffs' 2 Motion for Temporary Restraining Order and DENYING Plaintiffs' 18 Motion Emergency Interim Relief. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/15/2025. (lcer) (Entered: 09/15/2025)
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SEALED Memorandum filed by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.) (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C)(zjm) (Entered: 09/19/2025)
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Order on Sealed Motion for Leave to File Document Under Seal
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MINUTE ORDER: Upon consideration of Plaintiffs' 31 Consent Motion for Leave to File Under Seal, the court GRANTS the motion for the reasons asserted. The Clerk of the Court shall file 30 under seal. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/15/2025. (lcer)
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MINUTE ORDER: Upon consideration of Plaintiffs' 31 Consent Motion for Leave to File Under Seal, the court GRANTS the motion for the reasons asserted. The Clerk of the Court shall file 31 under seal. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/15/2025. (lcer) Modified on 9/16/2025 to link correct ECF (zcll).
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TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS before Judge Tanya S. Chutkan held on 9/13/2025; Page Numbers: 1-44. Date of Issuance:9/16/2025. Court Reporter Christine T. Asif, Telephone number 202-354-3247, Transcripts may be ordered by submitting the Transcript Order FormFor the first 90 days after this filing date, the transcript may be viewed at the courthouse at a public terminal or purchased from the court reporter referenced above. After 90 days, the transcript may be accessed via PACER. Other transcript formats, (multi-page, condensed, CD or ASCII) may be purchased from the court reporter.NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS: The parties have twenty-one days to file with the court and the court reporter any request to redact personal identifiers from this transcript. If no such requests are filed, the transcript will be made available to the public via PACER without redaction after 90 days. The policy, which includes the five personal identifiers specifically covered, is located on our website at www.dcd.uscourts.gov. Redaction Request due 10/7/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/17/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/15/2025.(Asif, Christine) (Entered: 09/16/2025)
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.Order AND ~Util - Set/Reset Deadlines
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MINUTE ORDER: Upon consideration of Plaintiffs' 40 Emergency Motion to Unseal Document, the court construes Plaintiffs' 40 Motion as a Motion to Dissolve Protective Order and unseal the declaration. It is hereby ORDERED that, to the extent Defendants contest the motion, Defendants shall show cause by 9/17/2025 as to why the court should not grant the 40 Motion for the reasons stated in the motion. Signed by Judge Tanya S. Chutkan on 9/16/2025. (lcer)
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NOTICE of Appearance- Pro Bono by Judy Rabinovitz on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Rabinovitz, Judy) (Entered: 09/17/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance- Pro Bono by Kathryn Huddleston on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Huddleston, Kathryn) (Entered: 09/17/2025)
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NOTICE of Appearance- Pro Bono by Omar C. Jadwat on behalf of All Plaintiffs (Jadwat, Omar) (Entered: 09/17/2025)
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RESPONSE re 40 Emergency MOTION to Unseal Document (Declaration of Jonathan G. Pratt) and File on Public Docket filed by PAMELA BONDI, TODD M. LYONS, KRISTI NOEM, MARCO RUBIO. (Larakers, Mary) (Entered: 09/17/2025)
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REPLY to opposition to motion re 40 Motion to Unseal Document and Dissolve Protective Order filed by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L.. (Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/17/2025)
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SEALED DOCUMENT filed by D.A., D.S., I.O., K.S., T.L. re Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief,,,, Set/Reset Deadlines,,, (This document is SEALED and only available to authorized persons.)(Baron, Noah) (Entered: 09/26/2025)
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