Text messages and a moved SUV: How the government’s case against a Chicago woman shot by a Border Patrol agent fell apart

A wide grin was plastered on Marimar Martinez’s face Thursday as she thanked her attorneys outside an Illinois courtroom and told reporters, “I’m just blessed. I’m happy.”

Federal judge dismisses case against Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol

The government had accused Marimar Martinez, 30, and Anthony Ruiz, 21, of assaulting a federal officer during an Oct. 4 incident in Chicago.

Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges against Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol

Prosecutors had accused Marimar Martinez and another defendant of ramming their cars into a federal vehicle in October. Her legal team argued it was federal agents who rammed her.

NC Supreme Court justices spar online over Border Patrol operations

The rare digital spat between the two justices is the latest development in a debate about the bounds of acceptable public discourse for members of the judiciary.

Chief Border Patrol Agent Accuses Anti-ICE Protesters Of ‘Cult Behavior’

I was talking with my team today, and we've come to the conclusion that this is a cult," Gregory Bovino said of people protesting ICE.

Feds haven't charged anyone with shooting at Border Patrol agents in Chicago, weeks after touting arrest

A federal gun possession case was unsealed Thursday against a man matching the description the U.S. Department of Homeland Security had provided for the alleged gunman.

Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges against woman shot by Border Patrol agent in Chicago

Federal prosecutors have moved to dismiss charges they brought against a woman shot by a Border Patrol agent last month amid a federal immigration crackdown in the Chicago area.

NC progressive faith leaders denounce Border Patrol actions in Triangle, Charlotte

We are not certain it would be advantageous for people to seek shelter inside places of worship,” one minister said.
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