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fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Education funding freeze violates 'multiple statutory and regulatory commands,' says suit by Democratic states

A lawsuit by 24 states seeks the release of federal education funds frozen by the U.S. Department of Education for alleged legal violations.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Can Trump revoke Rosie O'Donnell's US citizenship? DW 07/14/2025

Revoking the citizenship of a native-born US citizen is unconstitutional and not within presidential authority.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Latham Loses Appellate Litigator To Biglaw Firm Actually Willing To Defend The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Peter's arrival reflects our continued investment in building the nation's premier appellate practice that fiercely advocates for our clients.
Law
#immigration
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Outrage against US government's constitutional attack to eliminate habeas corpus as in World War II

The Trump administration is reportedly considering suspending habeas corpus to expand deportation powers, raising significant constitutional concerns.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Why one deportation case has legal scholars afraid for even U.S. citizens

The wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia raises serious concerns about governmental powers over citizens and due process.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Outrage against US government's constitutional attack to eliminate habeas corpus as in World War II

The Trump administration is reportedly considering suspending habeas corpus to expand deportation powers, raising significant constitutional concerns.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Why one deportation case has legal scholars afraid for even U.S. citizens

The wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia raises serious concerns about governmental powers over citizens and due process.
#supreme-court
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear

Supreme Court ruling limits judges' power to issue worldwide injunctions, impacting Trump's birthright citizenship efforts.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Sotomayor Outlawyers Supreme Court Majority In Shadow Docket Deportation Ruling - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's conservative majority issued a ruling allowing the Trump administration some leeway in deportation procedures despite prior injunctions.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Despite Series Of Losses, Trump Is Trying, Again, To Defend His Biglaw Executive Orders - Above the Law

Donald Trump has faced losses in defending his Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms, deemed unconstitutional by federal judges.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MTG Says Trump Supports Her Bill to Immediately Draw New Congressional Districts Excluding Non-Citizens

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is pushing for a new census to exclude non-citizens from congressional seat counts, claiming support from Trump.
fromabovethelaw.com
1 month ago

Sotomayor Paints Path For The Resistance - See Generally

Justice Sotomayor's dissent underscores that losing a specific battle in court does not equate to losing broader social justice efforts.
US politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Supreme Court overturns 5th Circuit ruling that upended Universal Service Fund

The article critiques the Consumers' Research position regarding revenue-raising statutes and their constitutional implications.
#trump-administration
fromtime.com
1 month ago
California

Federal Judge Sides With California Against Trump in Temporary Ruling Over National Guard Deployment

fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

Hegseth Refuses to Say Whether He'd Abide by Judicial Orders Limiting Troop Deployments in LA or Other Cities

Law
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump order targeting another major law firm blocked by judge as unconstitutional retaliation

A federal judge has permanently blocked Trump's executive order against Jenner & Block, viewing it as unconstitutional retaliation against the firm's legal work.
Law
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Judge says she is inclined to further pause layoffs at most major agencies

Federal judge likely to issue an injunction against Trump administration layoffs due to potential constitutional violations.
California
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Federal Judge Sides With California Against Trump in Temporary Ruling Over National Guard Deployment

Judge rules Trump's federalization of California National Guard illegal, restoring control to state amidst anti-immigration protests.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Hegseth Refuses to Say Whether He'd Abide by Judicial Orders Limiting Troop Deployments in LA or Other Cities

The Trump administration's stance on potentially ignoring court orders raises significant legal and constitutional questions.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump order targeting another major law firm blocked by judge as unconstitutional retaliation

A federal judge has permanently blocked Trump's executive order against Jenner & Block, viewing it as unconstitutional retaliation against the firm's legal work.
Law
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Judge says she is inclined to further pause layoffs at most major agencies

Federal judge likely to issue an injunction against Trump administration layoffs due to potential constitutional violations.
#national-guard
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Appeals Court Hears Newsom's Case Against Trump's National Guard Mobilization | KQED

US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

The legal issues raised by Trump sending the National Guard to L.A.

President Trump is deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles against Governor Newsom's wishes, invoking rarely used federal powers.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Appeals Court Hears Newsom's Case Against Trump's National Guard Mobilization | KQED

US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

The legal issues raised by Trump sending the National Guard to L.A.

President Trump is deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles against Governor Newsom's wishes, invoking rarely used federal powers.
Los Angeles
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

What's Happening in L.A. May Not Stay in L.A.

Judge Breyer ruled President Trump's actions regarding the California National Guard illegal, emphasizing constitutional violations and the need to restore state control.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Federal judge sides with attorneys general in lawsuit against Trump's election reforms

A federal judge blocked Trump's election overhaul, affirming state rights and constitutional limits on presidential power over elections.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump's election executive order requiring proof of citizenship for voters

The directive "usurps the States' constitutional power and seeks to amend election law by fiat," argued the Democratic state attorneys general.
US Elections
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

Gov. Newsom wins legal round over troops, but Trump appeal sends battle to June 17 hearing

Trump's federalization of the California National Guard was ruled illegal, violating statutory authority and the Tenth Amendment, requiring immediate return of control to the governor.
Los Angeles
US politics
fromPatently-O
1 month ago

The Federal Circuit and the Trump Tariff En Banc Ruling

The Federal Circuit has allowed Trump's tariffs to remain while it reviews critical constitutional questions regarding their implementation.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Trump's National Guard Stunt May Finally Give the Third Amendment Its Moment - Above the Law

Trump's moves to seize control of the National Guard for ICE, amid state objections, likely face legal challenges given Tenth Amendment protections, despite current justifications.
US politics
Privacy technologies
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Does an Occupant of a Car Have a Reduced Expectation of Privacy from Unreasonable Searches by the Police? | amNewYork

Warrantless searches of vehicles are permissible if there is probable cause to believe it contains contraband.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump is invoking emergency powers at a record rate. Here's what that means

Trump's administration has invoked emergency powers extensively, raising concerns about constitutional balance and executive overreach.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Doing The Right Thing Is Doing The Right Thing (With Apologies To Spike Lee) - Above the Law

The good folks win occasionally, and recently, some Biglaw firms have pushed back against unconstitutional executive orders, signaling resilience and commitment to their clients.
Law
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

ACLU Sues Sonoma County Over Drone Use, Could SF Be Next?

The ACLU is suing Sonoma County over drone surveillance, arguing it violates privacy and constitutional rights.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Chris Hayes Covers His Wife's Tense Exchange With Josh Hawley

"The number of nationwide injunctions during Trump's presidency far exceeds those of previous presidents, suggesting a unique pattern of legal challenges against his administration."
US politics
fromMashable
1 month ago

Federal judge: A social media ban for kids under 14 is unconstitutional

A federal judge ruled Florida's law restricting social media access for kids under 14 is likely unconstitutional.
#tariffs
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

AGs from 12 states sue Trump administration over illegal tariffs and overreach

New York and a coalition of states are suing the Trump administration over allegedly illegal tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

AGs from 12 states sue Trump administration over illegal tariffs and overreach

New York and a coalition of states are suing the Trump administration over allegedly illegal tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Judge Rules Mahmoud Khalil's Detention by ICE Was "Likely" Unconstitutional

A federal judge ruled the Secretary of State's attempts to deport Mahmoud Khalil likely violate constitutional law.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Striking Down Trump's Tariffs Isn't a Judicial Coup. It's a Vindication of the Rule of Law.

Trump's tariffs have been ruled unlawful by the United States Court of International Trade due to lack of constitutional authority.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Quincy residents sue to stop installation of patron saint statues at public safety building

A lawsuit claims Quincy's installation of religious statues violates the Massachusetts Constitution by favoring Catholicism over other faiths.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Exasperated Judge Smacks Down Trump Executive Order by Dropping 26 Exclamation Marks in Ruling

The cornerstone of the American system of justice is an independent judiciary and an independent bar willing to tackle unpopular cases, however daunting. The Founding Fathers knew this! Accordingly, they took pains to enshrine in the Constitution certain rights that would serve as the foundation for that independence.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Biglaw Executive Orders Get The FedSoc Echo Chamber Treatment - Above the Law

George Conway criticizes executive orders as unconstitutional; contrasting views emerge within the Federalist Society event.
#donald-trump
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US judge overturns Trump order targeting major law firm Jenner & Block

A US judge overturned Trump's executive order targeting the law firm Jenner & Block, deeming it unconstitutional and violating core rights.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Judge slaps down Trump's 'cringe-worthy' executive order targeting Perkins Coie

Judge Beryl Howell blocked Trump's executive order against Perkins Coie, upholding constitutional rights and highlighting concerns over legal targeting by the government.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US judge overturns Trump order targeting major law firm Jenner & Block

A US judge overturned Trump's executive order targeting the law firm Jenner & Block, deeming it unconstitutional and violating core rights.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Judge slaps down Trump's 'cringe-worthy' executive order targeting Perkins Coie

Judge Beryl Howell blocked Trump's executive order against Perkins Coie, upholding constitutional rights and highlighting concerns over legal targeting by the government.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 months ago

Perlmutter Says Trump's Attempt to Remove Her as Register is 'Blatantly Unlawful' and Has No Effect

Perlmutter's complaint argues that Trump's authority to name a temporary Librarian of Congress is unconstitutional, aiming to uphold the integrity of separation of powers.
Intellectual property law
#executive-order
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Executive Order Against Jenner & Block Is 'Null And Void' - Above the Law

Judge Bates ruled the Trump administration's Executive Order unconstitutional, asserting it violated the First Amendment and separation of powers.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump's order stripping elite law firm behind Steele dossier of security clearances is tossed by judge

A federal judge blocked President Trump's executive order targeting Perkins Coie, marking a significant check on presidential power against law firms.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Family sues D.C. over home tax foreclosure

The Powell family faces losing their home due to unconstitutional tax penalties that ballooned from $41,000 to over $231,000.
D.C.'s actions could violate both the Takings Clause and Excessive Fines Clause of the U.S. Constitution.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Why the Alien Enemies Act Should be Repealed

Trump embraces the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to target undocumented immigrants, raising constitutional questions.
#habeas-corpus
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Kristi Noem Is Dangerously Ignorant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem displayed a surprising lack of knowledge about habeas corpus during a Senate hearing.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US politics

Noem flubs habeas corpus meaning in Senate hearing, calls it Trump right to 'remove people from this country'

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Crazy Dangerous!' CNN Legal Analyst Nukes Trump Over Habeas Corpus Bombshell

Suspension of habeas corpus during Trump's proposed policies is constitutionally dangerous.
Legal analysis highlights the high bar for suspending civil liberties under the Constitution.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Stephen Miller says admin 'actively looking' at suspending habeas corpus

The Trump administration is considering suspending habeas corpus rights to manage illegal immigration.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Kristi Noem Is Dangerously Ignorant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem displayed a surprising lack of knowledge about habeas corpus during a Senate hearing.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US politics

Noem flubs habeas corpus meaning in Senate hearing, calls it Trump right to 'remove people from this country'

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Crazy Dangerous!' CNN Legal Analyst Nukes Trump Over Habeas Corpus Bombshell

Suspension of habeas corpus during Trump's proposed policies is constitutionally dangerous.
Legal analysis highlights the high bar for suspending civil liberties under the Constitution.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Stephen Miller says admin 'actively looking' at suspending habeas corpus

The Trump administration is considering suspending habeas corpus rights to manage illegal immigration.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

A Busy Political Week Prompted a Wide-Ranging "Real Time"

If someone is transgender, no one cares. We sometimes make it two-dimensional, in the idea that you have got to be a certain profile to be a warrior.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Harvard Magna Carta 'copy' is original, experts say DW 05/15/2025

Experts from King's College London and the University of East Anglia confirmed Harvard's document is an original from 1300, not a mere copy of the Magna Carta.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Assessing Advocacy In The Federal Appeals Through The Lens Of Five Cases From The Past Year - Above the Law

Federal appellate courts are facing transformative legal questions involving constitutional and statutory issues in response to contemporary societal shifts.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

AG James Sues Trump Over 'Strong-Arm' Tactic of Tying DOT Funds to Immigration Crackdown - Streetsblog New York City

The administration is attempting to seize Congress's power of the purse - this time at the expense of immigrant communities and vital infrastructure projects.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Former U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice David Souter dies at 85

Former Justice David H. Souter passed away at 85, remembered for his constitutional jurisprudence and notable dissent in Bush v. Gore.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

AG James moves to halt Trump's executive order on elections, citing threat to voter access | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition to block Trump's election integrity order, citing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to voter access.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Germany's AfD files lawsuit over 'right-wing extremist' designation

The AfD has sued the German constitutional protection agency for designating them as a right-wing extremist party.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is This the End of the Separation of Church and State?

The separation of church and state is increasingly blurred, illustrated by the Supreme Court's ruling favoring religious institutions in funding disputes.
#legal-independence
Law
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Federal judge strikes down Trump order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie

A judge deemed Trump's executive order against Perkins Coie unconstitutional, asserting it undermined the independence of the legal profession.
Law
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Why My Firm Is Standing Up for the Constitution

Big Law must remain independent and resist government restrictions on representation.
Recent executive orders against law firms face legal challenges due to constitutional concerns.
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

Susan Herman reflects on RBG's legacy during fireside chat at Appellate Division

"Professor Herman has dedicated her life to advancing civil liberties, particularly in the realms of women's rights and constitutional law, making her insights invaluable today."
Social justice
UK news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

King Charles 'frustrated' by Prince Harry's 'failure to respect' his position in security appeal battle: report

King Charles III feels frustrated by Prince Harry's disregard for the constitutional issues surrounding his security case.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Trump's Attacks on Immigrants are an Attack on us All

Trump's actions threaten constitutional rights and reflect a concerning authoritarian shift in governance.
US politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The FBI Arrests a Milwaukee Judge in "a Whole New Descent Into Government Chaos"

The arrest of a Wisconsin judge by the Trump administration raises concerns over abuse of power and constitutional integrity.
NYC politics
fromJalopnik
3 months ago

Trump Gov't Lawyers Bash Their Own Case Against NYC Congestion Pricing In Mistakenly Uploaded Memo - Jalopnik

Federal prosecutors doubt the legality of Trump's plans against NYC's congestion pricing scheme.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

One of the Most Complex Cases of the Supreme Court Term Is Also One of the Most Straightforward

The Constitution does not always know what to do with discomfort. It can name violence, punish censorship, protect belief. But discomfort lives in the shadows.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Big Law Firms Fighting Trump's Blacklist Seek Quick and Permanent Relief

Law firms Perkins Coie and WilmerHale challenge Trump's executive orders labeling them as national security risks in court.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Psychological terrorism': The war against reproductive rights in the US

"Despite the current focus on other pressing issues like immigration and trade, there is a significant and alarming effort underway to undermine reproductive freedoms, particularly affecting marginalized communities."
Right-wing politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Judge Boasberg Moves Forward with Proceedings for Criminal Contempt in Trump's Deportation Violation

Judge Boasberg indicated the potential for criminal contempt charges against Trump administration officials, emphasizing the importance of adherence to judicial orders and the Constitution.
US politics
US Elections
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Federal judge will hear arguments as groups try to block Trump's executive order on elections

Democratic groups are challenging Trump's executive order on elections, claiming it oversteps presidential authority and is unconstitutional.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Two-Student Team Stuns the Competition at U.S. Constitution Contest

Two high school seniors achieved national competition success as an undersized team in constitutional law.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Doug Emhoff Critical Of Willkie Farr's Decision To Bow To Donald Trump - Above the Law

Willkie Farr's controversial decision to offer $100 million in pro bono funding to conservative causes highlights internal dissent and challenges at Biglaw firms.
Washington DC
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Argues Judge Cannot Order Return of Man Mistakenly Deported to El Salvador

The U.S. Justice Department asserts a judge lacks authority to compel the Trump administration to facilitate a man's return after a mistaken deportation.
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