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October 14, 2025

Court rejects some secrecy claims in surveillance dispute (verification needed)

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Muslim organizations can pursue discovery on warrantless financial surveillance practices

As of Oct. 31, 2025, no public court opinion matching an Oct. 14, 2025 Tanya ChutkanTanya Chutkan order that 'refused to dismiss' this FinCEN/FBI suit was located in major news reporting or court-archive summaries.

Courts do not treat the state secrets privilege as absolute; judges may allow limited discovery if the program at issue has been publicly acknowledged, but results vary by case.

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People, bills, and sources

Tanya Chutkan

Tanya Chutkan

U.S. District Judge, D.C.

ACLU and Council on American-Islamic Relations

Plaintiffs/advocates

What you can do

1

practicing

Confirm the docket

Search the federal docket (PACER) or request the clerk's office copy of any Oct. 14, 2025 order before reporting the ruling as fact.

Phone Call Script: U.S. District Court Clerk - Request Case Information

Opening: Hello, I'm calling to request information about accessing court documents for a case involving surveillance and money transfers related to Palestinian areas, possibly involving an Oct. 14, 2025 order by Judge Tanya Chutkan.

Key information:

  • Court: U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
  • Judge: Tanya Chutkan (possible)
  • Date: Oct. 14, 2025 (alleged order)
  • Subject: Surveillance dispute, warrantless monitoring of money transfers, Palestinian areas
  • Plaintiffs: Civil liberties groups (possibly ACLU, CAIR)

Questions to ask:

  1. Can you help me search for cases filed in Oct. 2025 involving surveillance and Palestinian money transfers?
  2. Is there a case before Judge Chutkan with an order dated Oct. 14, 2025?
  3. How can I access court documents through PACER or the clerk's office?
  4. What is the case number or docket number if such a case exists?
  5. Are there any public press releases or filings available?

Why this matters: There are conflicting reports about a specific court order, and I want to verify the facts before relying on this information. Court records are the authoritative source for legal proceedings.

Specific request: I'm requesting assistance locating and accessing court documents related to surveillance cases involving Palestinian money transfers, particularly any Oct. 14, 2025 orders, to verify the accuracy of public reports.

Contact: U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Clerk's Office: 202-354-3000 PACER: https://www.pacer.gov/

Thank you for your assistance.

2

civic action

Ask the plaintiffs for documents

Contact the ACLU or CAIR press offices for the underlying order, the parties' redacted filings, and any deposition schedules.

Email Template: Request Case Documents from ACLU

Subject: Request for Court Documents - Surveillance Case Involving Palestinian Money Transfers

To: media@aclu.org (ACLU National Press Office) From: [Your name and contact information]

Email:

I am writing to request information about a case the ACLU may be involved in regarding surveillance and warrantless monitoring of money transfers related to Palestinian areas.

Background: There are reports of a case filed in federal court, possibly in the District of Columbia, involving civil liberties groups challenging alleged warrantless monitoring of money transfers tied to Palestinian areas. Some reports mention an Oct. 14, 2025 order by Judge Tanya Chutkan, but I want to verify the facts.

Specific requests:

  1. Can you confirm if the ACLU is involved in such a case?
  2. If so, what is the case number and court?
  3. Can you provide copies of any public filings or orders?
  4. Are there any press releases or public statements about this case?
  5. What is the current status of the case?

Why this matters: I want to ensure I have accurate information about this case before discussing it or relying on it. Court documents and official statements from parties are the most reliable sources.

Contact: ACLU National: 212-549-2500 Email: media@aclu.org

Thank you for your assistance.

[Your name] [Contact information]