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Most Americans Surprised to Learn Proof of Citizenship Not Required in Some States: Panel
They discussed the assumption of most Americans that proof of U.S. citizenship is required to vote, and the insecurity of mail-in ballots being sent to voters who didn't request one.
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks DOJ’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
The fund was announced last week by the DOJ and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche last week.
Judge Declines to Block Trump's Mail-In Voting Executive Order
The ruling dealing a setback to Democrats challenging the measure ahead of the midterms.
DOJ Sues States for Denying Federal Agents Undercover Plates
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is suing Maine, Washington state, Oregon, and Massachusetts for denying confidential license plates to federal agents, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The DOJ says the policies threaten the safety of law enforcement.
Missouri Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to New Congressional Map That Boosts Republicans
The state court said Gov. Mike Kehoe had legal authority to call the special legislative session that adopted the redistricting plan.
Alabama Asks Supreme Court to Allow Use of New Republican-Friendly Congressional Map
Lower court judges had ruled that the map, which redraws a majority-black district, was racially discriminatory.
DHS Orders ICE to Crack Down on ‘Fraudulent Asylum Claims’
To receive asylum, applicants must demonstrate persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
Biden Sues to Block DOJ Release of Audio Recordings From Biographer Interviews
The materials stemmed from private conversations that Biden had with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer in 2016 and 2017.
Supreme Court Hands DOJ an Initial Win in Dispute Over Immigration Judges’ Speech
A federal appeals court previously injected issues into the case that were not argued in court, the justices said.
Trump Says 'Everything Checked out Perfectly' After Physical Exam
Trump, 79, did not elaborate on the results of the exam but the White House typically releases details at some point following presidential checkups.
Federal Court Blocks Alabama Plan for New Congressional Districts That Could Help Republicans
The state could appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
DOJ Asks Judge to Lift Ballroom Ban After Weekend Shooting
The Justice Department asked the court to lift an injunction on the White House ballroom construction.
Mahmoud Khalil’s Lawyers to Ask Supreme Court to Review His Immigration Case
Khalil's legal team wants to take his high-profile case to the Supreme Court after a split decision from the Third U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Texas Sues Meta, WhatsApp Alleging Misleading Claims About Security Features
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says WhatsApp misleads users about its security features and maintains access to private communications.
Judge Throws Out Criminal Charges Against Ex-assistant Principal in Shooting Trial
She concluded that the prosecution's case did not have a concise, relevant allegation that met the legal standard for 'reckless disregard for human life.'
Minnesota Fraud Mastermind Sentenced to Nearly 42 Years in Prison
Prosecutors sought a five-decade sentence for Aimee Bock, calling her 'the central figure' in the nation's largest COVID-19 pandemic scam.
Supreme Court Dismisses Alabama's Bid to Execute Inmate With Borderline Intellectual Disability
A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled.
‘Not One Single Dry Eye in the Room’ During Raúl Castro Indictment, Attendee Says
Former Cuban dictator Raúl Castro was indicted for murder in a Miami federal court.
14 Charged in South Carolina Drug Bust
To date, 26 people have been charged for their roles in the conspiracy, with 8 of those defendants pleading guilty.
Incumbent Georgia Supreme Court Justices Win Reelection
Two Georgia Supreme Court Justices will remain on the bench after winning reelection yesterday.
Most Americans Surprised to Learn Proof of Citizenship Not Required in Some States: Panel
They discussed the assumption of most Americans that proof of U.S. citizenship is required to vote, and the insecurity of mail-in ballots being sent to voters who didn't request one.
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks DOJ’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
The fund was announced last week by the DOJ and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche last week.
Judge Declines to Block Trump's Mail-In Voting Executive Order
The ruling dealing a setback to Democrats challenging the measure ahead of the midterms.
DOJ Sues States for Denying Federal Agents Undercover Plates
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is suing Maine, Washington state, Oregon, and Massachusetts for denying confidential license plates to federal agents, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The DOJ says the policies threaten the safety of law enforcement.
Missouri Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to New Congressional Map That Boosts Republicans
The state court said Gov. Mike Kehoe had legal authority to call the special legislative session that adopted the redistricting plan.
Alabama Asks Supreme Court to Allow Use of New Republican-Friendly Congressional Map
Lower court judges had ruled that the map, which redraws a majority-black district, was racially discriminatory.
DHS Orders ICE to Crack Down on ‘Fraudulent Asylum Claims’
To receive asylum, applicants must demonstrate persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
Biden Sues to Block DOJ Release of Audio Recordings From Biographer Interviews
The materials stemmed from private conversations that Biden had with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer in 2016 and 2017.
Supreme Court Hands DOJ an Initial Win in Dispute Over Immigration Judges’ Speech
A federal appeals court previously injected issues into the case that were not argued in court, the justices said.
Trump Says 'Everything Checked out Perfectly' After Physical Exam
Trump, 79, did not elaborate on the results of the exam but the White House typically releases details at some point following presidential checkups.
Federal Court Blocks Alabama Plan for New Congressional Districts That Could Help Republicans
The state could appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
DOJ Asks Judge to Lift Ballroom Ban After Weekend Shooting
The Justice Department asked the court to lift an injunction on the White House ballroom construction.
Mahmoud Khalil’s Lawyers to Ask Supreme Court to Review His Immigration Case
Khalil's legal team wants to take his high-profile case to the Supreme Court after a split decision from the Third U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Texas Sues Meta, WhatsApp Alleging Misleading Claims About Security Features
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says WhatsApp misleads users about its security features and maintains access to private communications.
Judge Throws Out Criminal Charges Against Ex-assistant Principal in Shooting Trial
She concluded that the prosecution's case did not have a concise, relevant allegation that met the legal standard for 'reckless disregard for human life.'
Minnesota Fraud Mastermind Sentenced to Nearly 42 Years in Prison
Prosecutors sought a five-decade sentence for Aimee Bock, calling her 'the central figure' in the nation's largest COVID-19 pandemic scam.
Supreme Court Dismisses Alabama's Bid to Execute Inmate With Borderline Intellectual Disability
A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled.
‘Not One Single Dry Eye in the Room’ During Raúl Castro Indictment, Attendee Says
Former Cuban dictator Raúl Castro was indicted for murder in a Miami federal court.
14 Charged in South Carolina Drug Bust
To date, 26 people have been charged for their roles in the conspiracy, with 8 of those defendants pleading guilty.
Incumbent Georgia Supreme Court Justices Win Reelection
Two Georgia Supreme Court Justices will remain on the bench after winning reelection yesterday.