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Bai v. Mullin et al

Yu Bai filed a civil complaint in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California against defendants including Mullin et al. The case, docketed as 3:26-cv-03332, was filed on April 20, 2026, and is classified under Nature of Suit as Other Immigration Actions with the U.S. Government as defendant.

Supreme Court Grants Amicus Motions in Cisco, Monsanto Cases; Allocates Oral Argument Time in Consolidated Immigration Cases

The Supreme Court granted the Solicitor General amicus participation and divided argument in Cisco Systems v. Doe (patent) and Monsanto v. Durnell (Roundup/Paraquat), while denying the same relief to the MDL Leadership in Monsanto v. Durnell. In consolidated cases Mullin v. Doe and Trump v. Miot, the Court granted petition jointly to file in 8½-by-11 format and allotted 80 minutes of oral argument split between petitioners (40 minutes) and respondents (20 minutes each).

Garcia Vazquez v. Mullin et al - Mandamus and Injunctive Relief

Dalia Garcia Vazquez filed a civil complaint seeking mandamus and injunctive relief in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, assigned number 3:26-cv-03292, names the United States Government as defendant in an immigration-related matter. The complaint was filed on April 18, 2026, with a proposed summons also submitted.

Wang v. Mullin et al - Naturalization Application Mandamus

Xingshi Wang filed a civil mandamus complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California against Joseph B. Edlow, Senator Markwayne Mullin, and James Wyrough on April 17, 2026. The complaint challenges delays or denials in Wang's naturalization application and seeks judicial action compelling adjudication. Summonses were issued to all defendants including the U.S. Attorney and U.S. Attorney General.

US12600990B2 - mRNA Induced Expression of BMP and Receptor and Methods Related Thereto

USPTO granted patent US12600990B2 to inventors Alexander Day and Bradford Mullin covering methods of preparing synthetic mRNA encoding bone morphogenic protein (BMP) and/or BMP receptor in lipid-solubilized carriers for intraoperative delivery to bone fusion beds. The patent includes 20 claims and covers CPC classifications including C12N 15/88, A61K 47/543, A61K 48/0041, and C07K 14/51.

Establishment of Class E Airspace; Mullin, TX

The FAA proposes to establish Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Smoky Bend Ranch Airport, Mullin, TX. This action supports new instrument procedures and instrument flight rule (IFR) operations at the airport. Public comments are being accepted through May 26, 2026.

ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Aliens Convicted of Murder, Child Abuse

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of criminal illegal aliens across the country, including individuals convicted of voluntary manslaughter, lewd battery on a child, and attempted statutory rape of a child. Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated that nearly 70% of ICE arrests involve illegal aliens charged or convicted of a crime in the U.S. The announcement highlights continued enforcement operations targeting non-citizens with serious criminal convictions.

Nine Secretaries of State Demand DHS Clarify Immigration Enforcement at Polls

Nine Secretaries of State sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin seeking written confirmation that immigration enforcement agents would not be present at polling locations during the 2026 election cycle. DHS has not responded to the letter. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold issued a statement emphasizing that Americans have the right to vote free from intimidation and harassment.

Ayala v. Albarran - Habeas Corpus Alien Detainee

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California filed a habeas corpus petition by Osmin A. Ayala challenging detention by government defendants including Sergio Albarran, Todd Blanche, and Markwayne Mullin. The court granted an ex parte temporary restraining order and issued an order to show cause on April 10, 2026. Defendants filed a status report in response.

Delgosha v. Noem et al - Civil Immigration Case

In Delgosha v. Noem et al (Case No. 3:26-cv-00287-TSH), defendants Joseph B. Edlow, Kash Patel, Markwayne Mullin, and Todd Blanche filed a Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction on April 10, 2026. Plaintiff Payam Delgosha filed an Opposition to the motion on April 13, 2026. The motion hearing is scheduled for May 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM before Magistrate Judge Thomas S. Hixson in San Francisco.

Suleimanova v. Mullin et al - Administrative Procedure Act Review

Ruzalina Suleimanova filed a Petition for Writ of Mandamus in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case 3:26-cv-02973, against Mullin et al. The petition seeks judicial review of an agency decision under the Administrative Procedures Act, with a filing fee of $405.

Callewaert v. Mullin - Naturalization Application

The U.S. District Court Northern District of California received a civil complaint (Case 3:26-cv-02945) from Simon Michel Callewaert against Mullin et al regarding a naturalization application. The plaintiff filed the complaint with a $405 filing fee on April 6, 2026. A proposed summons was also filed on the same date. The case is proceeding through the court's standard civil case process.

DHS Secretary Mullin Visits Coast Guard, Astoria Oregon

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Coast Guard facilities in Astoria, Oregon as part of a bipartisan tour. The Secretary toured the National Motor Lifeboat School and Air Station Astoria, meeting with Coast Guard leadership including Commandant Kevin Lunday and Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp-Perez. The Secretary also met with crew members of fallen Petty Officer Tyler Jaggers, an aviation survival technician who passed away in March 2026.

Medeiros Dos Santos et al v. Mullin et al - Civil Mandamus Action

A civil case was filed in the Northern District of California on April 8, 2026. Plaintiffs Medeiros Dos Santos et al filed a mandamus action against defendants Mullin et al in San Francisco. The case basis is U.S. Government defendant, and the nature of suit is listed as Mandamus & Other. No publicly available case summary or recent filings were found at time of indexing.

Secretary Mullin visits Western NC, FEMA relief update

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Western North Carolina on April 7, 2026, to provide an update on FEMA disaster relief efforts following Tropical Storm Helene and Hurricane Florence. The Secretary received an emergency management briefing in Lake Lure, met with Chimney Rock residents and local leadership, and hosted a roundtable discussion with Senator Budd, Representatives Edwards and Moore, FEMA Administrator Evans, and first responders.

Investment Advisers: Annual Updating Amendment Filing Reminder

The Colorado Division of Securities is reminding state-licensed investment advisers that their Annual Updating Amendment (AUA) filing is due March 31, 2026. This notice also highlights a new NASAA IAR CE course catalog and details recent enforcement actions against Mullins Investment Management and Marshall Financial Advisory.

Dzhanpolatov v. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services - Immigration Administrative Appeal

Bekzhanpolatov filed a civil complaint in the Northern District of California against United States Citizenship and Immigration Services and named officials including Pamela Bondi, Joseph Edlow, and Mark Wayne Mullin. The complaint, filed April 1, 2026, seeks review of an agency decision under the Administrative Procedures Act. The case is assigned to Judge Lisa J. Cisneros in San Francisco.

Markwayne Mullin Appointed Secretary of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced Markwayne Mullin as the 9th Secretary of Homeland Security. The notice provides a biographical overview of Secretary Mullin, highlighting his prior service in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, his business background, and his tribal affiliation.

Renewable Market Distress: Preserving Value and Capturing Opportunity

Sheppard Mullin LLP hosted a panel discussing distress in the renewable energy market due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Panelists warned of potential capital shortfalls and advised proactive contingency planning for project developers and investors facing valuation shifts.

Dec v. Mullin - Immigration Waiver Appeal Affirmed

The Seventh Circuit affirmed the dismissal of Danuta Dec's petition challenging the denial of her waiver of inadmissibility under 8 U.S.C. § 1154(l). The court held that federal immigration law precludes judicial review of agency decisions regarding waiver eligibility determinations. The appellate court also admonished petitioner's counsel for submitting a brief containing fabricated AI-generated citations and a false quotation, though imposing no other sanction.

Physician Employment Agreements: Five Enforceability Pitfalls

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP published an analysis identifying five common pitfalls in physician employment agreements. The article focuses on enforceability challenges with restrictive covenants (non-competes, non-solicits) given the state-by-state patchwork of regulations affecting healthcare employers. The analysis highlights varying state restrictions including outright bans (Alabama, Rhode Island), time limits (Louisiana: 3 years, Connecticut: 1 year), geographic limits (Maryland: 10 miles, West Virginia: 30 road miles), and Texas's buyout clause requirement.