DEFENSE OF FREEDOM INSTITUTE FOR POLICY STUDIES, INC. v. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION et al
| DEFENSE OF FREEDOM INSTITUTE FOR POLICY STUDIES, INC. |
| U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION and WHITE HOUSE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET |
| 1:2024cv00814 |
| March 21, 2024 |
| US District Court for the District of Columbia |
| Washington, DC Office |
| Jia M Cobb |
| Freedom of Information Act |
| 05 U.S.C. § 552 Freedom of Information Act |
| None |
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Filing 39
Case transferred in from District of Florida Middle; Case Number 6:23-cv-01515. Original file ,transfer order and docket sheet received.
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Filing 38
CASE ELECTRONICALLY TRANSFERRED to the District of Columbia. (RPB) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 37
ORDER granting #26 Motion to Dismiss for Improper Venue. The Clerk of Court is DIRECTED to transfer this matter to the District Court for the District of Columbia, where venue properly lies pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(4)(B), and close the case. See Order for further details. Signed by Judge Paul G. Byron on 3/19/2024. (ABD) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 36
NOTICE of a related action per Local Rule 1.07(c) by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. Related case(s): Yes (Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 35
ENDORSED ORDER denying #34 Motion for Leave to File Reply. The Court does not require the benefit of further briefing at this time. However, if additional briefing is deemed necessary in the future, the Court will direct the parties to file accordingly at the appropriate time. Signed by Judge Paul G. Byron on 11/20/2023. (ABP) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 34
MOTION for Leave to File Reply In Support of #26 Motion to Dismiss by All Defendants. (Sowell, Robert) Modified motion relief on 11/20/2023 (AJS). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 33
RESPONSE in Opposition re #26 MOTION to Dismiss #1 Complaint Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1406 or, Alternatively, to Transfer MOTION to Change Venue / Transfer Case filed by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Attachments: #1 Declaration, #2 Declaration)(Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 32
ORDER granting in part and denying in part #27 Motion for Rule 16(b) Scheduling Conference. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Paul G. Byron on 11/13/2023. (ABP) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 31
RESPONSE in Opposition re #27 MOTION for Miscellaneous Relief, specifically for Rule 16(b) Scheduling Conference filed by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Astor, Martha) Modified on 11/9/2023 to edit text (ELM). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 30
ENDORSED ORDER granting #29 Motion for Extension of Time to File Response to Motion to Dismiss or, Alternatively, to Transfer. On or before November 16, 2023, Plaintiff shall respond to #26 Motion to Dismiss or, Alternatively, to Transfer. Signed by Judge Paul G. Byron on 11/7/2023. (ABP) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 29
Unopposed MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to #26 MOTION to Dismiss #1 Complaint Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1406 or, Alternatively, to Transfer MOTION to Change Venue / Transfer Case by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc.. (Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 28
NOTICE by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. re #27 MOTION for Miscellaneous Relief, specifically for Rule 16(b) Scheduling Conference (Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 27
MOTION for Miscellaneous Relief, specifically for Rule 16(b) Scheduling Conference by All Defendants. (Sowell, Robert) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 26
MOTION to Dismiss #1 Complaint Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1406 or, Alternatively, to Transfer by All Defendants. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1, #2 Exhibit 2, #3 Exhibit 3, #4 Exhibit 4, #5 Exhibit 5, #6 Exhibit 6, #7 Exhibit 7, #8 Exhibit 8, #9 Exhibit 9, #10 Exhibit 10, #11 Exhibit 11, #12 Exhibit 12, #13 Exhibit 13, #14 Exhibit 14, #15 Exhibit 15, #16 Exhibit 16, #17 Exhibit 17, #18 Exhibit 18, #19 Exhibit 19, #20 Exhibit 20)(Sowell, Robert) . Added MOTION to Change Venue / Transfer Case on 10/23/2023 (AJS). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 25
ANSWER and affirmative defenses to #1 Complaint by The White House Office of Management and Budget, U.S. Department of Education.(Sowell, Robert) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 24
NOTICE TO COUNSEL Martha Astor of Local Rule 2.01(b)(2)(B), which requires members of the Middle District bar to maintain with the clerk a current telephone number, mailing address, and email address. Update your contact information for the Middle District through PACER. (Signed by Deputy Clerk). (ARL) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 23
NOTICE of Lead Counsel Designation by Martha Astor on behalf of Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. Lead Counsel: Martha A. Astor. (Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Set/reset deadlines/hearings: Answer due by 10/5/2023. (ARL) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 22
ENDORSED ORDER granting #18 Motion for Extension of Time. Defendants may have until and through October 5, 2023, to respond to the Complaint. Signed by Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd on 10/3/2023. (Kidd, Embry) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 21
NOTICE TO COUNSEL Martha Astor and Donald Albert Daugherty, Jr. of Local Rule 2.02(a), which states, "The first paper filed on behalf of a party must designate only one lead counsel who - unless the party changes the designation - remains lead counsel throughout the action." Counsel must file a Notice of Lead Counsel Designation identifying lead counsel. (Signed by Deputy Clerk). (GL) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 20
NOTICE of a related action per Local Rule 1.07(c) by The White House Office of Management and Budget, U.S. Department of Education. Related case(s): Yes. (Sowell, Robert) Modified text on 9/29/2023 (GL). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 19
CERTIFICATE of Interested Persons and Corporate Disclosure Statement by The White House Office of Management and Budget, U.S. Department of Education. (Sowell, Robert) Modified text on 9/29/2023 (GL). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 18
Unopposed MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response to #1 Complaint by All Defendants. (Sowell, Robert) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 17
RETURN of service executed on 8/17/2023 by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. as to U.S. Department of Education. (Attachments: #1 Proof of Service, #2 Proof of Mailing)(Astor, Martha) Modified on 9/8/2023 (SPM). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 14
NOTICE of a related action per Local Rule 1.07(c) by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. Related case(s): No (Astor, Martha) Modified text on 8/24/2023 (MCB). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 13
CERTIFICATE of interested persons and corporate disclosure statement by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. identifying Corporate Parent Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. for Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Astor, Martha) Modified text on 8/24/2023 (MCB). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 12
ORDER granting #10 Plaintiff's Second Motion for Special Admission of Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. Signed by Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd on 8/17/2023. (RMN) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 11
NOTICE of WITHDRAWAL of motion re #7 Motion to Appearfiled by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Astor, Martha) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 10
Second MOTION for Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. to appear pro hac vice by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Astor, Martha) Motions referred to Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd. [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 9
ENDORSED ORDER denying without prejudice #8 Amended Motion for Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. to Appear Pro Hac Vice; denying as moot #7 Motion for Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. to Appear Pro Hac Vice. The Court expects attorneys seeking admission to practice before it to be familiar with and to follow all of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Local Rules. See Local Rule 2.01(b)(1)(D). Despite certifying his knowledge of these rules, Attorney Daugherty's Motion does not comply with the signature requirements set forth in Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11(a). Additionally, counsel should review Local Rule 1.08 for the Court's formatting requirements for motions. Signed by Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd on 8/16/2023. (RMN) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 8
Amended MOTION for Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. to appear pro hac vice by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc.. (Astor, Martha) Motions referred to Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd. [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 7
First MOTION for Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. to appear pro hac vice, Special Admission fee paid, Receipt No. AFLMDC-21148431 for $150 by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc. (Astor, Martha) Motions referred to Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd. [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 6
ORDER ON DISCOVERY MOTIONS. Signed by Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd on 8/10/2023. (JOR) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 5
INITIAL CASE ORDER re: Case Management and Deadlines. Signed by Judge Paul G. Byron on 8/10/2023. (KM) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 4
SUMMONS issued as to The White House Office of Management and Budget, U.S. Department of Education. (RLK) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 3
NOTICE TO COUNSEL Donald A. Daugherty, Jr. of Local Rule 2.01(a), which requires membership or special admission in the Middle District bar to practice in the Middle District, except for the limited exceptions identified in the Rule. To apply for membership in the Middle District, visit www.flmd.uscourts.gov/for-lawyers. (Signed by Deputy Clerk). (JG) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 2
NEW CASE ASSIGNED to Judge Paul G. Byron and Magistrate Judge Embry J. Kidd. New case number: 6:23-cv-01515-PGB-EJK. (JG) [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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Filing 1
COMPLAINT against All Defendants (Filing fee $402 receipt number AFLMDC-21129445) filed by Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies, Inc . (Attachments: #1 Civil Cover Sheet, #2 Proposed Summons, #3 All Exhibits)(Astor, Martha) Modified to edit docket text on 8/10/2023 (RLK). [Transferred from Florida Middle on 3/21/2024.]
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