Federal judge halts enforcement to protect freedom of expression rights.
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A federal judge has suspended US sanctions against Francesca Albanese, a United Nations investigator, according to La Repubblica.
Albanese announced the decision herself, crediting those who supported her legal challenge. The judge's ruling prioritizes protection of freedom of expression, citing constitutional protections.
Albanese, a UN rapporteur, has faced US sanctions related to her statements and investigations. The court decision carries implications for the scope of US sanctions authority and the protection of international investigators' ability to conduct independent work without political pressure.