Judicial decisions stories

Sep 4, 2026

Federal judge releases MS-13 gang member wanted for murder in El Salvador

A Biden-appointed federal judge in California ordered the immediate release of David Antonio Aviles, an MS-13 gang member known as 'the witch' who is wanted on an aggravated murder warrant in El Salvador for his alleged role in a machete execution-style killing.

Sep 4, 20262 sources

Jul 29, 2026

Wisconsin Judge Rules Voters Cannot Replace Already-Returned Absentee Ballots in State Primary

A Wisconsin judge has ruled that voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the state primary election cannot obtain replacement ballots, a decision that could affect voting procedures in the upcoming election.

Jul 29, 20261 source