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Supreme Court weighs effort to shield federal law enforcement as ICE complaints rise

Nov 9, 2026 · Carrie Johnson

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Supreme Court weighs effort to shield federal law enforcement as ICE complaints rise
The Supreme Court is seen on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C.
The Supreme Court is seen on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C.

The Supreme Court considers the case of a prisoner who suffered brutal injuries, only to be denied medical care behind bars. He wants to sue the prison nurse in a case that could change the law on holding federal officers accountable.

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