A federal judge has stepped in to block an effort by the Trump administration to cut funding for legal aid programs assisting unaccompanied migrant children facing immigration proceedings. The ruling, handed down by U.S. District Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin in San Francisco, temporarily restores funding that advocates say is crucial for ensuring that 26,000 children retain …

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In a move reinforcing his emphasis on loyalty, President Donald Trump has appointed Stanley Woodward—who previously represented multiple top Trump allies in criminal cases—to the influential position of associate attorney general. This makes Woodward the third-ranking official at the Justice Department, a department now stacked with attorneys who have directly defended Trump or his inner …

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In a major restructuring move, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is revamping its enforcement and exams divisions, shifting oversight under newly appointed deputy directors. The internal memo, outlining the changes, signals a fresh chapter in the agency’s operations amid a broader transformation of government institutions. The overhaul, set to take effect on April …

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A federal judge dismissed corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, sharply criticizing the Trump administration for what he described as a politically motivated legal maneuver. In a 78-page ruling, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho said he had no legal grounds to force prosecutors to move forward with the case. However, he condemned …

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A U.S. judicial panel has struck down a crucial element of a proposed rule that sought to increase transparency regarding financial backers of amicus curiae briefs. The decision, made by a 5-4 vote, followed intense opposition from major trade associations, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The proposal, initially endorsed by judicial policymakers, would have …

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The U.S. Supreme Court signaled openness to South Carolina’s effort to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, a move that could embolden other Republican-led states seeking to strip public funds from abortion providers. During Wednesday’s hearing, conservative justices pressed legal arguments on whether Medicaid recipients have the right to challenge such state-level decisions in …

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A major shake-up in the legal world unfolded as Milbank, one of the nation’s top law firms, reached an agreement with Donald Trump, marking yet another chapter in the president’s battle with firms he sees as politically biased. While Milbank opted for cooperation, other firms are pushing back, intensifying the divide within the legal industry. …

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The U.S. Supreme Court is evaluating the legality of a 2019 law designed to enable American victims of overseas attacks to sue Palestinian authorities for damages. The case, brought by victims and their families, challenges a lower court’s ruling that the law violates the due process rights of the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the Palestine …

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A federal judge has ruled that Alabama cannot prosecute individuals or organizations that assist residents in traveling out of state for abortions, marking a significant legal pushback against efforts to restrict reproductive rights beyond state lines. The decision, issued by U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson, reinforces the constitutional right to travel and safeguards free speech …

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The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a 2019 law designed to make it easier for American victims of attacks abroad to sue Palestinian authorities. At the heart of the case is whether the law violates the constitutional rights of the Palestinian Authority (PA) and Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). During arguments, justices explored how far Congress …

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