Michael Velchik
Michael Velchik is a lawyer representing the U.S. Department of Justice, involved in immigration cases and policies. He recently participated in a court hearing where he stated that the government would provide notice to Venezuelan migrants regarding their deportation status, under the Alien Enemies Act, amid scrutiny over the adequacy of such notifications.
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Michael Velchik is a lawyer for the Trump administration who argued that the canceled grants reflect a government priority against anti-Semitism.
Harvard combate administração Trump em tribunal contra cancelamento de fundos | EUA
Portugal· 2025-07-22
A lawyer for the government, Michael Velchik, said the government has authority to cancel research grants when an institution is out of compliance.
Harvard seeks $2.6-billion in funding restored in legal battle with Trump
Canada· 2025-07-21
Justice Department lawyer Michael Velchik argued the detainee’s status should be enough to keep a judge out of the matter.
Trump administration argues to keep window short for alleged Tren de Aragua detainees to challenge removal
United States· 2025-05-06
Michael Velchik is a Justice Department lawyer who answered Judge Rodriguez's question affirmatively.
In Texas Borderland, Trump’s Immigration Push Suffers Its Worst Legal Defeat YetUnited States· 2025-05-02
Justice Department lawyer Michael Velchik stated that the government would give migrants notice of their removal.
Judge skeptical Trump's Venezuela deportation notices comply with Supreme Court ruling
Guyana· 2025-04-22
