A U.S. citizen serving as a prosecutor at the International Criminal Court filed suit against President Trump, the Attorney General, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the Secretary of State, challenging Executive Order 14203, “Imposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court.” The order imposed civil and criminal penalties on U.S. persons providing services to sanctioned ICC officials. Plaintiff argued that the order's broad reach placed him at risk of severe liability for his professional activities. He claimed the order exceeded presidential authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and violated the First Amendment, and he sought a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order. Prior to the hearing, Plaintiff secured a specific license authorizing his work, thereby rendering his claims moot. Subsequently, on May 13, 2025, the Court dismissed the case after Plaintiff filed a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal.
