William Sessions

William Sessions

judge United States

William Sessions is a United States District Judge for the District of Vermont, appointed by President Barack Obama. He is known for his commitment to upholding the rule of law and has presided over significant cases, including those involving immigration and civil rights issues. Recently, he granted a temporary restraining order to prevent the deportation of Palestinian student activist Mohsen Mahdawi, highlighting concerns about constitutional rights and due process amidst a crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism in the United States.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
804
Power
6$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guyana 1 8.00 0.10% +0% 786,552 804 $6,000 6$
Totals 1 786,552 804 $6,000 6$
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Recent Mentions

Guyana Guyana: U.S. District Judge William Sessions during a hearing in Burlington, Vermont, ordered the immediate release of Rumeysa Ozturk. 8

Stabroek News: Rubio may have revoked thousands of visas as crackdown continues

Canada Canada: U.S. District Judge William Sessions ruled that Rumeysa Ozturk should be released on her own recognizance. 6

The Globe and Mail: Turkish Tufts University student back in Boston after release from Louisiana detention center

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Judge William Sessions granted Öztürk bail after finding she had raised substantial claims that her rights were violated. 6

The Guardian: Rümeysa Öztürk, Tufts student held by Ice, vows to continue legal action after jail release | US immigration

France France: Judge William Sessions ordered the immediate release of Rumeysa Ozturk and emphasized the importance of freedom of expression. 8

Le Monde: Une étudiante turque, arrêtée pour un article propalestinien, libérée sur ordre d’un juge fédéral américain

Canada Canada: U.S. District Judge William Sessions ordered the release of Rumeysa Ozturk, citing significant constitutional concerns regarding her detention. 8

The Globe and Mail: Tufts student detained by U.S. immigration authorities must be released, judge rules