Applaud the Judge Who Upheld the Rule of Law

The rule of law matters more than politics—and this federal judge deserves applause for following the Constitution, not partisan pressure.

U.S. District Judge Eric Tostrud, who was nominated by Donald Trump, dismissed the administration's lawsuit challenging Minnesota's immigration policies, ruling that the administration had not shown that the state's laws violated the Constitution.

An independent judiciary is one of the cornerstones of American democracy. Judges take an oath to uphold the Constitution and apply the law fairly, regardless of who appointed them or which administration appears before them.

Our courts help ensure that disputes between states and the federal government are resolved based on legal principles—not political agendas. When judges issue decisions grounded in the law, they reinforce public confidence that justice is impartial and that no one is above the law.

Judge Tostrud's decision is a reminder that judicial independence protects everyone. It ensures that courts remain a check on government power and that constitutional questions are decided on the facts and the law.

Add your name to applaud Judge Eric Tostrud for upholding the rule of law, defending judicial independence, and putting the Constitution ahead of politics.