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Judge Blocks DOJ From Voter Rolls in Rhode Island, Citing Similar Rulings in 4 Other States

Judge Blocks DOJ From Voter Rolls in Rhode Island, Citing Similar Rulings in 4 Other States

Dozens of similar cases are still pending while at least a dozen states have handed over the requested data.
Appeals Court Allows Construction of White House Ballroom to Continue

Appeals Court Allows Construction of White House Ballroom to Continue

The order came just a day after a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking above-ground construction of the ballroom.
Trump, IRS in Talks to Settle President's $10 Billion Lawsuit

Trump, IRS in Talks to Settle President's $10 Billion Lawsuit

Lawyers for Donald Trump and the IRS are in talks to settle the president's $10 billion lawsuit against the tax collection agency for leaking his tax returns to the media in 2019 and 2020.
Utah Court Holds Hearing for Suspected Charlie Kirk Killer Tyler Robinson (April 17)

Utah Court Holds Hearing for Suspected Charlie Kirk Killer Tyler Robinson (April 17)

Utah State Court holds a hearing for the case of Tyler Robinson, suspected killer of Charlie Kirk.
Federal Court Restores College ID Voting in Indiana

Federal Court Restores College ID Voting in Indiana

SB 10 was signed into law by Indiana Governor Mike Braun a year ago on April 16, 2025 and prohibits the use of college identification cards for voting purposes.
Judge Limits Construction of White House Ballroom to ‘Below-Ground’

Judge Limits Construction of White House Ballroom to ‘Below-Ground’

U.S. District Judge Richard Leon wrote that construction for national security facilities and to protect the president and the White House may continue.
Attorney Pardoned by Trump Disbarred in California

Attorney Pardoned by Trump Disbarred in California

John Eastman was admitted to practice law in the state of California in 1997 and plans to seek review of the decision in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sotomayor Apologizes After Criticizing Kavanaugh Over Immigration Case

Sotomayor Apologizes After Criticizing Kavanaugh Over Immigration Case

The Supreme Court justice appeared to criticize Kavanaugh over his stance on immigration enforcement.
Appeals Court Terminates Criminal Contempt Proceedings Against Trump Admin

Appeals Court Terminates Criminal Contempt Proceedings Against Trump Admin

A federal judge was eyeing contempt charges after the government deported individuals to El Salvador despite his order to bring them back to the United States.
‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban: Advocate Explains What It Means for Counseling and Choice

‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban: Advocate Explains What It Means for Counseling and Choice

The Supreme Court ruled Colorado cannot enforce its ban on certain therapy conversations with minors, citing First Amendment concerns.
Federal Judge Temporarily Allows Pentagon to Enforce Press Restrictions

Federal Judge Temporarily Allows Pentagon to Enforce Press Restrictions

The New York Times secured an injunction last month blocking the policy after arguing it was unconstitutional.
Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal

Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal

U.S. District Judge Darren Gayles said Trump could file an amended version of the lawsuit by April ‌27.
Appeals Court Allows Work on White House Ballroom to Continue for Now

Appeals Court Allows Work on White House Ballroom to Continue for Now

A federal district judge halted the project on March 31, saying Trump lacked authority to proceed without congressional authorization.
$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing

$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing

Abdirashid Ismail Said's trial on 2023 charges was set for April 13. After he failed to show up for an April 7 hearing, a judge issued an arrest warrant.
Meta Must Face Youth Addiction Lawsuit by Massachusetts, Court Rules

Meta Must Face Youth Addiction Lawsuit by Massachusetts, Court Rules

Meta Platforms is facing a lawsuit brought by the Massachusetts attorney general.
Court Hears Challenges to Trump's Tariffs

Court Hears Challenges to Trump's Tariffs

Underlying the issue is the language covering trade deficits, the difference between what countries buy from the U.S. and what the U.S. buys from them.
Elon Musk's xAI Sues Colorado to Block Enforcement of State's New AI Law

Elon Musk's xAI Sues Colorado to Block Enforcement of State's New AI Law

Legal battle highlights growing divide over whether states or federal government should regulate artificial intelligence systems.
Court to Hear Challenges to Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

Court to Hear Challenges to Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

The Court of International Trade is set to hear arguments on Friday that challenge President Trump’s latest tariffs under Sec. 122 of the Trade Act.
Maryland Settles With Owner and Operator of Ship That Crashed Into Bridge, Causing Deadly Collapse

Maryland Settles With Owner and Operator of Ship That Crashed Into Bridge, Causing Deadly Collapse

Maryland has reached a settlement with the owner and operator of the massive cargo ship that crashed into a Baltimore bridge two years ago, causing its deadly collapse, state officials announced Thursday.
Judge Orders Pentagon to Grant Full Press Access

Judge Orders Pentagon to Grant Full Press Access

The ruling is the latest chapter in the Pentagon's effort to crack down on leaks to journalists.
Judge Blocks DOJ From Voter Rolls in Rhode Island, Citing Similar Rulings in 4 Other States

Judge Blocks DOJ From Voter Rolls in Rhode Island, Citing Similar Rulings in 4 Other States

Dozens of similar cases are still pending while at least a dozen states have handed over the requested data.
Appeals Court Allows Construction of White House Ballroom to Continue

Appeals Court Allows Construction of White House Ballroom to Continue

The order came just a day after a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking above-ground construction of the ballroom.
Trump, IRS in Talks to Settle President's $10 Billion Lawsuit

Trump, IRS in Talks to Settle President's $10 Billion Lawsuit

Lawyers for Donald Trump and the IRS are in talks to settle the president's $10 billion lawsuit against the tax collection agency for leaking his tax returns to the media in 2019 and 2020.
Utah Court Holds Hearing for Suspected Charlie Kirk Killer Tyler Robinson (April 17)

Utah Court Holds Hearing for Suspected Charlie Kirk Killer Tyler Robinson (April 17)

Utah State Court holds a hearing for the case of Tyler Robinson, suspected killer of Charlie Kirk.
Federal Court Restores College ID Voting in Indiana

Federal Court Restores College ID Voting in Indiana

SB 10 was signed into law by Indiana Governor Mike Braun a year ago on April 16, 2025 and prohibits the use of college identification cards for voting purposes.
Judge Limits Construction of White House Ballroom to ‘Below-Ground’

Judge Limits Construction of White House Ballroom to ‘Below-Ground’

U.S. District Judge Richard Leon wrote that construction for national security facilities and to protect the president and the White House may continue.
Attorney Pardoned by Trump Disbarred in California

Attorney Pardoned by Trump Disbarred in California

John Eastman was admitted to practice law in the state of California in 1997 and plans to seek review of the decision in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Sotomayor Apologizes After Criticizing Kavanaugh Over Immigration Case

Sotomayor Apologizes After Criticizing Kavanaugh Over Immigration Case

The Supreme Court justice appeared to criticize Kavanaugh over his stance on immigration enforcement.
Appeals Court Terminates Criminal Contempt Proceedings Against Trump Admin

Appeals Court Terminates Criminal Contempt Proceedings Against Trump Admin

A federal judge was eyeing contempt charges after the government deported individuals to El Salvador despite his order to bring them back to the United States.
‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban: Advocate Explains What It Means for Counseling and Choice

‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban: Advocate Explains What It Means for Counseling and Choice

The Supreme Court ruled Colorado cannot enforce its ban on certain therapy conversations with minors, citing First Amendment concerns.
Federal Judge Temporarily Allows Pentagon to Enforce Press Restrictions

Federal Judge Temporarily Allows Pentagon to Enforce Press Restrictions

The New York Times secured an injunction last month blocking the policy after arguing it was unconstitutional.
Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal

Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal

U.S. District Judge Darren Gayles said Trump could file an amended version of the lawsuit by April ‌27.
Appeals Court Allows Work on White House Ballroom to Continue for Now

Appeals Court Allows Work on White House Ballroom to Continue for Now

A federal district judge halted the project on March 31, saying Trump lacked authority to proceed without congressional authorization.
$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing

$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing

Abdirashid Ismail Said's trial on 2023 charges was set for April 13. After he failed to show up for an April 7 hearing, a judge issued an arrest warrant.
Meta Must Face Youth Addiction Lawsuit by Massachusetts, Court Rules

Meta Must Face Youth Addiction Lawsuit by Massachusetts, Court Rules

Meta Platforms is facing a lawsuit brought by the Massachusetts attorney general.
Court Hears Challenges to Trump's Tariffs

Court Hears Challenges to Trump's Tariffs

Underlying the issue is the language covering trade deficits, the difference between what countries buy from the U.S. and what the U.S. buys from them.
Elon Musk's xAI Sues Colorado to Block Enforcement of State's New AI Law

Elon Musk's xAI Sues Colorado to Block Enforcement of State's New AI Law

Legal battle highlights growing divide over whether states or federal government should regulate artificial intelligence systems.
Court to Hear Challenges to Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

Court to Hear Challenges to Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

The Court of International Trade is set to hear arguments on Friday that challenge President Trump’s latest tariffs under Sec. 122 of the Trade Act.
Maryland Settles With Owner and Operator of Ship That Crashed Into Bridge, Causing Deadly Collapse

Maryland Settles With Owner and Operator of Ship That Crashed Into Bridge, Causing Deadly Collapse

Maryland has reached a settlement with the owner and operator of the massive cargo ship that crashed into a Baltimore bridge two years ago, causing its deadly collapse, state officials announced Thursday.
Judge Orders Pentagon to Grant Full Press Access

Judge Orders Pentagon to Grant Full Press Access

The ruling is the latest chapter in the Pentagon's effort to crack down on leaks to journalists.