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Excited to announce we have filed complaint for our 24,089 #GoodluckvBiden plaintiffs in the District Court for District of Columbia (case #1:21-cv-01530). So grateful to our amazing team that made this possible. We will release more information tomorrow. #DV2021
Update in #RaivBiden: Status conference set for Wednesday has been rescheduled for Thursday.
“The new lawsuit filed on Monday argues that the US should be prioritising diversity visa winners as much as any other visa applicant.
"Congress found that the broader mix of nationalities that comes to define America, the better America becomes equipped to understand and relate to the diversity of the world abroad," it states.”
https://www.euronews.com/2021/06/07/thousands-of-us-diversity-visa-lottery-winners-launch-lawsuit-against-biden-administration
"Congress found that the broader mix of nationalities that comes to define America, the better America becomes equipped to understand and relate to the diversity of the world abroad," it states.”
https://www.euronews.com/2021/06/07/thousands-of-us-diversity-visa-lottery-winners-launch-lawsuit-against-biden-administration
euronews
Thousands of US 'diversity visa' winners sue Biden administration
More than 24,000 plaintiffs in 141 different countries have sued the Biden administration over their 'Diversity Visa' applications.
Morrison Urena, LC
Update in #RaivBiden: Status conference set for Wednesday has been rescheduled for Thursday.
For Thursday conference in #RaivBiden, here's the public access info:
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
Although #GoodluckvBiden plaintiffs live in 141 countries, more than half live in 10 countries.
#RaivBiden 2 Updates:
(1) Another government attorney has entered his appearance in this case. It's odd to see how they have dedicate on attorney to fight Jacob case in SF, and I think about 6 to fight Rai in DC.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15Bta5pOCQwdXHQkDtaSbAZZjfb2lzKaE/view?usp=sharing
(2) Also in #RaivBiden, Gov has filed very embarrassing motion to dismiss. They argue "consularnonreviewability... precludes review of the Secretary’s decision to suspend visa processing..." They've lost that argument maybe 50-75 times in last 2 years. 🤣
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w_3UbEXBpVc1BVYrW6tkmndwOdjwq9p_/view #DV2021
(1) Another government attorney has entered his appearance in this case. It's odd to see how they have dedicate on attorney to fight Jacob case in SF, and I think about 6 to fight Rai in DC.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15Bta5pOCQwdXHQkDtaSbAZZjfb2lzKaE/view?usp=sharing
(2) Also in #RaivBiden, Gov has filed very embarrassing motion to dismiss. They argue "consularnonreviewability... precludes review of the Secretary’s decision to suspend visa processing..." They've lost that argument maybe 50-75 times in last 2 years. 🤣
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w_3UbEXBpVc1BVYrW6tkmndwOdjwq9p_/view #DV2021
Google Docs
36 Rai- Notice of Appearance for another gov attorney.pdf
#GoodluckvBiden Update: We are still waiting for judge assignment and summons to be issued. We were hoping that would come today, but it's already 3 pm in DC, so maybe tomorrow.
Here's a link to see the docket: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/59964540/maxwell-goodluck-v-joseph-r-biden-jr/
(But don't bother trying to buy docket entries- that doesn't work with immigration actions. We will share important filings as they are available.)
Here's a link to see the docket: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/59964540/maxwell-goodluck-v-joseph-r-biden-jr/
(But don't bother trying to buy docket entries- that doesn't work with immigration actions. We will share important filings as they are available.)
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We've heard overwhelming appreciation of CAND court for livestreaming audio for past #JacobvBiden hearings, so I asked AUSA Valerie Smith, representing President Biden, if it's ok to livestream Friday conference also. The fate of 1,582 immigrant applicants at issue, this was her response.
Morrison Urena, LC
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Courtroom Deputy confirms Friday #JacobvBiden conference will have YouTube audio livestream.
(https://youtu.be/GTlm6ZuhLmk)
(https://youtu.be/GTlm6ZuhLmk)
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I can report that #GoodluckvBiden has been assigned to U.S. District Court Judge Amit. P. Mehta. #DV2021
91_Jacob_Order_Granting_in_Part_and_Denying_in_Part_Defendants_Motion.pdf
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#JacobvBiden Update: Judge Chen has issued an order on the government's motion to dismiss. Two main takeways:
(1) The Court grants the Government’s Motion to Dismiss this case as moot as it pertains to the family preference (F1, F2A, F2B, F3, F4), and IR-5 Plaintiffs.
(2) The court acknowledges that DV-2021 are situated differently, and also, that "the Court has jurisdiction to adjudicate the Motion for Class Certification for DV-2021 selectees in the instant case."
...
"The Court directs DV-2021 Plaintiffs to file a Second Amended Complaint which properly alleges a class action and directs DV-2021 Plaintiffs to file renewed Motions for Class Certification and Preliminary Injunctive Relief. DV-2021 Plaintiffs shall file the SAC and these motions by June 22, 2021."
We will be reviewing the order and options for the remainder of the week. We plan to schedule a Zoom for Monday to talk with Jacob family preference (F1, F2A, F2B, F3, F4), and IR-5 plaintiffs about our options moving forward.
(1) The Court grants the Government’s Motion to Dismiss this case as moot as it pertains to the family preference (F1, F2A, F2B, F3, F4), and IR-5 Plaintiffs.
(2) The court acknowledges that DV-2021 are situated differently, and also, that "the Court has jurisdiction to adjudicate the Motion for Class Certification for DV-2021 selectees in the instant case."
...
"The Court directs DV-2021 Plaintiffs to file a Second Amended Complaint which properly alleges a class action and directs DV-2021 Plaintiffs to file renewed Motions for Class Certification and Preliminary Injunctive Relief. DV-2021 Plaintiffs shall file the SAC and these motions by June 22, 2021."
We will be reviewing the order and options for the remainder of the week. We plan to schedule a Zoom for Monday to talk with Jacob family preference (F1, F2A, F2B, F3, F4), and IR-5 plaintiffs about our options moving forward.
Update in #RaivBiden - Gov attorneys just filed last-minute attempt to delay relief with a notice of related case- for a case they've known about for >5 months.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16-LaESjpeatT7EBLqxy6NaFG4TnSk7ZB/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16-LaESjpeatT7EBLqxy6NaFG4TnSk7ZB/view?usp=sharing
Google Docs
RAI 39 REGARDING POTENTIAL 2021 DIVERSITY VISA CLASS OUT.pdf
40 Rai - Response to Notice + Exhibit.pdf
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Update in #RaivBiden - Tonight I filed this response to government's latest "notice."
Morrison Urena, LC pinned «For Thursday conference in #RaivBiden, here's the public access info: Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055 Access Code: 3850112»
Morrison Urena, LC
For Thursday conference in #RaivBiden, here's the public access info: Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055 Access Code: 3850112
⏰ In 36 minutes (10 AM PST), pursuant to court order, government Attorneys must produce someone from State who can answer questions about the Diversity Visa program before Judge Chutkhan.
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
Call in - should be interesting. #RaivBiden. #DV2021
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
Call in - should be interesting. #RaivBiden. #DV2021
A little retweet will be nice, too:
https://twitter.com/curtisatlaw/status/1403024998046961664?s=21
https://twitter.com/curtisatlaw/status/1403024998046961664?s=21
Twitter
Curtis Morrison
CORRECTION! In 37 minutes (10 AM PST), pursuant to court order, government Attorneys must produce someone from State who can answer questions about the Diversity Visa program before Judge Chutkhan. Call in - should be interesting. #RaivBiden. #DV2021 twi…
🚨Court now in session!:
Sara Craig with Dept of State has joined the call. She said "I will speak when spoken to."
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
#RAIVBIDEN #DV2021 🚨
Sara Craig with Dept of State has joined the call. She said "I will speak when spoken to."
Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055
Access Code: 3850112
#RAIVBIDEN #DV2021 🚨
Morrison Urena, LC
🚨Court now in session!: Sara Craig with Dept of State has joined the call. She said "I will speak when spoken to." Toll Free Number: 1-866-590-5055 Access Code: 3850112 #RAIVBIDEN #DV2021 🚨
If you're not listening, you are missing important development in DV2021.
"KCC processing appears to be moving at a glacial pace." -Judge Chutkhan
40.5 Rai- Minute Entry.pdf
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#RaivBiden Update: Today's hearing before Judge Chutkan went well. My co-counsel, Rafael Urena, was a superstar and addressed every concern the judge had. At end of hearing, she said she would be issuing her order "expeditiously," which means soon!
Also, I have ordered the transcript on rush basis, so I will share that with you as soon as I receive it.
Also, I have ordered the transcript on rush basis, so I will share that with you as soon as I receive it.
#JacobvBiden #DV2021 Update: Government has filed misleading “Notice of Filing” with Judge Chen where they suggest Goodluck has 24k DV selectees as plaintiffs (it has 11k), is class action (it’s not). From perspective of Judge, Goodluck
just further demonstrates the scope of the injustice.
As the government gets more desperate, they get more stupid, too.
just further demonstrates the scope of the injustice.
As the government gets more desperate, they get more stupid, too.