Maryland House approves No Kings Act to empower residents to sue federal agents

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Source: Maryland Matters
Maryland House approves No Kings Act to empower residents to sue federal agents
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The Maryland House passed the No Kings Act by a wide margin, allowing Marylanders to sue federal agents for violations of constitutional rights and mirroring state-level 1983-style lawsuits; Republicans argued the measure is politically motivated and risks overreach in immigration enforcement, while Democrats said it ensures accountability for federal officials on par with state actors.

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