On Friday, January 17th, the D.C. Circuit will hear argument in Machodo Amadis v. DOJ, which concerns records of the State Department’s decision to deny appellant’s visa applications. A notable argument to watch out for is the applicability and scope of the statute’s “foreseeable harm” provision.

Here are the the appellant’s opening and reply briefs; the government’s brief (misnamed “Appellant” instead of “Appellee”); and an amicus brief in support of appellant.

Thanks to Kel McClanahan, appellant’s counsel, for providing copies of the parties’ briefs.