J. Paul Oetken
J. Paul Oetken is a United States District Court Judge for the Southern District of New York, nominated by President Barack Obama in 2011. He is known for his progressive rulings and commitment to civil rights, often addressing cases that involve First Amendment rights and press freedom. His recent decision to grant a temporary restraining order to protect Voice of America journalists underscores his judicial philosophy that prioritizes the preservation of free speech and the independence of the press.
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J. Paul Oetken announced that he will issue a temporary restraining order against the dismantling of the Voice of America.
Orden judicial frena cierre de la Voz de América financiada por EE. UU.
Guatemala· 2025-03-29
J. Paul Oetken is the district judge who issued a temporary restraining order against the government's actions regarding VOA.
Juez paraliza temporalmente decisión de cerrar Voz de América
Dominican Republic· 2025-03-29
J. Paul Oetken is the district judge who issued a temporary restraining order against the government's actions regarding Voz de América.
Juez paraliza temporalmente decisión de cerrar Voz de América
Costa Rica· 2025-03-29
District judge J Paul Oetken said that the Trump administration could not unilaterally terminate Voice of America.
US judge temporarily blocks Trump from firing Voice of America staff | Trump administration
United Kingdom· 2025-03-29
Judge J. Paul Oetken said he would issue a temporary restraining order meant to block any further efforts to terminate VOA.
Judge says he’ll grant a restraining order to temporarily protect Voice of America
United States· 2025-03-28
