In a decisive move, the Republican-led U.S. House Judiciary Committee, under the helm of Chair Jim Jordan, has issued a subpoena to Attorney General Merrick Garland. The summons comes in the wake of allegations surrounding the Justice Department’s purported attempt to access personal information belonging to certain congressional aides, as announced by the panel on …
In a groundbreaking ruling, the Colorado Supreme Court has barred former U.S. President Donald Trump from appearing on the primary ballot in the state due to his involvement in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by his supporters. This historic 4-3 decision invokes a rarely used constitutional provision, preventing officials engaged in …
 Landmark Decision: Trump Excluded from Colorado Primaries over Capitol Attack Role Read More »
A somber atmosphere enveloped the Great Hall of the U.S. Supreme Court as the nation bid farewell to Sandra Day O’Connor, the trailblazing first female justice of the Supreme Court, who passed away on December 1 at the age of 93. The flag-draped casket of Justice O’Connor took center stage during a private ceremony attended …
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In a groundbreaking development, Southwest Airlines has agreed to an unprecedented $140 million civil penalty over the tumultuous holiday season of 2022, during which 16,900 flights were canceled, leaving a staggering 2 million passengers stranded, as announced by the U.S. government on Monday. The extensive investigation conducted by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) culminated …
Amidst the legal tumult surrounding Donald Trump’s quest for immunity in the federal case challenging the legitimacy of the 2020 election results, House Democrats are fervently urging Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from the proceedings. The Democrats’ plea, conveyed in a letter dated December 15, underscores concerns about the involvement of Justice Thomas’s wife, …
Democrats Urge Justice Thomas to Step Aside in Trump’s Legal Battle Read More »
In the wake of legal threats from conservative organizations, a slew of major U.S. corporations, including JPMorgan Chase, have adjusted their diversity policies, according to a comprehensive review of corporate statements by Reuters. Approximately six out of 25 targeted companies, which received shareholder letters since 2021, have altered their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs …
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In a shocking turn of events, Hollywood sensation Jonathan Majors, renowned for his role as Kang the Conqueror in “Ant-Man,” faces a tumultuous future as Marvel severs ties following a New York jury’s verdict on Monday. The rising star, set to lead the 2026 release “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,” was found guilty of assault against …
In a groundbreaking move, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has enacted a law granting state law enforcement the authority to arrest individuals suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. This legislative development, known as SB 4, signifies a significant shift in power from the federal government to local officers, potentially sparking legal disputes in the near …
New Texas Law Empowers Local Authorities to Apprehend Unauthorized Border Crossers Read More »
In an unexpected turn of events, advocates for reproductive rights have withdrawn a class action lawsuit challenging Kentucky’s stringent abortion laws. The legal maneuver, led by Planned Parenthood and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), came after the named plaintiff lost her standing to pursue the case due to the absence of a viable pregnancy. …
Legal Challenge to Kentucky Abortion Ban Withdrawn as Plaintiff Loses Standing Read More »
In a protracted legal saga spanning half a decade, a Boston federal judge, Douglas Woodlock, has finally rendered a decision on the distribution of approximately $20 million in fees stemming from a $784.6 million settlement between Pfizer and the U.S. Department of Justice. The ruling determines the entitlements of three law firms involved in the …
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