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Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's Latest Order Aims to Stifle Legal Challenges to His Executive Actions

Trump's executive order mandates financial securities from plaintiffs suing his administration to limit legal challenges against governmental actions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Appeals Court Allows Trump to Fire Heads of 2 Independent Boards

The federal court ruled in favor of Trump controlling independent agencies, affirming his authority to fire agency heads.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Washington DC

Dual Orders From Judges Edge Courts Closer to Confrontation With White House

Federal judges suspect Trump officials acted in bad faith regarding immigrant deportations.
Tensions are escalating between the White House and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
US politics

US charges Wisconsin judge for allegedly obstructing immigration agents

Judge Hannah Dugan allegedly obstructed immigration agents attempting to make an arrest, igniting a conflict between Trump's administration and judicial authority.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's Latest Order Aims to Stifle Legal Challenges to His Executive Actions

Trump's executive order mandates financial securities from plaintiffs suing his administration to limit legal challenges against governmental actions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Appeals Court Allows Trump to Fire Heads of 2 Independent Boards

The federal court ruled in favor of Trump controlling independent agencies, affirming his authority to fire agency heads.
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Dual Orders From Judges Edge Courts Closer to Confrontation With White House

Federal judges suspect Trump officials acted in bad faith regarding immigrant deportations.
Tensions are escalating between the White House and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US charges Wisconsin judge for allegedly obstructing immigration agents

Judge Hannah Dugan allegedly obstructed immigration agents attempting to make an arrest, igniting a conflict between Trump's administration and judicial authority.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
more#trump-administration
#immigration
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Wisconsin judge arrested by FBI 'stood up' for her community, state lawmaker says

The arrest of Judge Dugan may deter immigrants from attending court due to fear of ICE.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

'Angel mom' whose daughter was allegedly raped and murdered by illegal immigrant tears into judges trying to stop Trump's deportation flights

Patty Morin criticizes judges who halted deportation flights and supports stricter immigration policies following her daughter's tragic murder.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
UK news

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont

Federal judge to review Tufts student's detention, citing serious habeas claims and the need for her presence in court.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Law

Wisconsin judge threatens to close court over Hannah Dugan arrest

Judge Monica Isham threatens to stop holding court in response to the arrest of a fellow judge for aiding an illegal migrant.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Wisconsin judge arrested by FBI 'stood up' for her community, state lawmaker says

The arrest of Judge Dugan may deter immigrants from attending court due to fear of ICE.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

'Angel mom' whose daughter was allegedly raped and murdered by illegal immigrant tears into judges trying to stop Trump's deportation flights

Patty Morin criticizes judges who halted deportation flights and supports stricter immigration policies following her daughter's tragic murder.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
UK news

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont

Federal judge to review Tufts student's detention, citing serious habeas claims and the need for her presence in court.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Law

Wisconsin judge threatens to close court over Hannah Dugan arrest

Judge Monica Isham threatens to stop holding court in response to the arrest of a fellow judge for aiding an illegal migrant.
more#immigration
fromVulture
5 days ago
NYC politics

Elsbeth Recap: Nothing To Lose

The episode builds tension and reveals Judge Crawford's dark secret as Elsbeth's team investigates him.
#domestic-violence
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Progressives' pro-crime discovery law lets abusers walk scot-free

New York's discovery rules lead to increased case dismissals, leaving domestic violence victims unprotected.
Law
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Fate of California judge who shot and killed his wife once again in the hands of a jury

The retrial of Judge Jeffrey Ferguson centers on whether he acted with intent or accidentally killed his wife during an argument.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Progressives' pro-crime discovery law lets abusers walk scot-free

New York's discovery rules lead to increased case dismissals, leaving domestic violence victims unprotected.
Law
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Fate of California judge who shot and killed his wife once again in the hands of a jury

The retrial of Judge Jeffrey Ferguson centers on whether he acted with intent or accidentally killed his wife during an argument.
more#domestic-violence
fromIndependent
1 week ago
UK news

Killer Molly Martens (40) can move back into her parents' home as probation period to end soon

Molly Martens is moving back in with her parents after completing her probation for the manslaughter of Jason Corbett.
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Violent vagrant charged in NYC slashing, arson attack on store worker gets freed without bail

A vagrant accused of assault and arson was released without bail after just three days in custody, raising concerns about legal system inconsistencies.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man jailed for abusive emails to politicians

A man was jailed for sending abusive emails to public figures, reflecting hate speech and concerns over public safety.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK politics

Taoiseach pledges to reform bail laws as accused criminals on bail suspected of over 40,000 crimes last year

Bail reform is urgent as crime by suspects on bail increases.
Concerns about crime rates and unpaid fines are rising among officials.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe - Streetsblog New York City

Political leaders must act to better regulate dangerous drivers to prevent tragedies.
Current laws limit accountability for dangerous drivers despite clear evidence of their offenses.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Exclusive | NYC subway shover sprung days before attack by same judge who let cellist attacker walk

A judge in New York has released repeat offenders, raising safety concerns among officials.
Judge Marva Brown has a controversial record of releasing violent criminals without bail.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Law

Man who stabbed former partner multiple times to walk free from prison after 10 years

Authorities must conduct a risk assessment before Denis Leahy's release from prison.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Violent vagrant charged in NYC slashing, arson attack on store worker gets freed without bail

A vagrant accused of assault and arson was released without bail after just three days in custody, raising concerns about legal system inconsistencies.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man jailed for abusive emails to politicians

A man was jailed for sending abusive emails to public figures, reflecting hate speech and concerns over public safety.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Taoiseach pledges to reform bail laws as accused criminals on bail suspected of over 40,000 crimes last year

Bail reform is urgent as crime by suspects on bail increases.
Concerns about crime rates and unpaid fines are rising among officials.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe - Streetsblog New York City

Political leaders must act to better regulate dangerous drivers to prevent tragedies.
Current laws limit accountability for dangerous drivers despite clear evidence of their offenses.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | NYC subway shover sprung days before attack by same judge who let cellist attacker walk

A judge in New York has released repeat offenders, raising safety concerns among officials.
Judge Marva Brown has a controversial record of releasing violent criminals without bail.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Law

Man who stabbed former partner multiple times to walk free from prison after 10 years

Authorities must conduct a risk assessment before Denis Leahy's release from prison.
more#public-safety
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Sarah Palin's retrial in libel suit against New York Times begins in NY court

Sarah Palin is retrialing her libel case against the New York Times regarding a 2017 editorial that implied her campaign rhetoric inspired violence.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Judges to Diddy accusers: Reveal yourselves or your lawsuits will be tossed

Diddy is pressuring sexual assault accusers to disclose their identities or risk dismissal of their lawsuits.
#marine-le-pen
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
France politics

Defiant, Le Pen Tells Supporters I Won't Give Up' Despite 5-Year Ban

Marine Le Pen vows to fight her five-year ban from office, portraying herself as an underdog against a biased political system.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 weeks ago
France politics

OPINION: Marine Le Pen is a martyr to nothing but her own greed and arrogance

Marine Le Pen faces a five-year ban from politics due to her embezzlement conviction, which she downplays as a political attack.
Despite her legal troubles, Le Pen continues to project herself as a victim of a corrupt system.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
France politics

Defiant, Le Pen Tells Supporters I Won't Give Up' Despite 5-Year Ban

Marine Le Pen vows to fight her five-year ban from office, portraying herself as an underdog against a biased political system.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 weeks ago
France politics

OPINION: Marine Le Pen is a martyr to nothing but her own greed and arrogance

Marine Le Pen faces a five-year ban from politics due to her embezzlement conviction, which she downplays as a political attack.
Despite her legal troubles, Le Pen continues to project herself as a victim of a corrupt system.
more#marine-le-pen
frombrooklyneagle.com
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

11 female non-judicial employees illuminated for Women's History Month

Eleven outstanding female employees were honored for their exemplary service in the judicial system during Women's History Month.
#crime
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex-'Jeopardy!' champ and NYC private school teacher admits he catfished kids to get them to send twisted pics

Winston Nguyen pleaded guilty to catfishing students into sending child porn, resulting in a seven-year prison sentence.
fromwww.dailynews.com
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Man sentenced to 7 years for over $2.6 million Beverly Hills smash-and-grab robbery

A Long Beach man was sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a $2.6 million smash-and-grab robbery in Beverly Hills.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

SF judge accused of handing down light sentence in armed robbery spree case

The debate over crime punishment in San Francisco highlights tensions between strict law enforcement and advocates for second chances.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Trio accused of robbing, fatally drugging men leaving NYC gay clubs found guilty

Three men were found guilty of drugging and killing victims using fentanyl during robberies targeting gay men in Hell's Kitchen.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Burglar left elderly couple feeling violated by ransacking their home

The traumatic impact of burglary can leave victims feeling vulnerable and unsafe in their own homes.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Erith thug who threatened girl, 7, with air rifle is jailed again for theft

Alfie Powell has been re-jailed for theft, continuing his criminal pattern after a previous conviction for threatening a child with an air rifle.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex-'Jeopardy!' champ and NYC private school teacher admits he catfished kids to get them to send twisted pics

Winston Nguyen pleaded guilty to catfishing students into sending child porn, resulting in a seven-year prison sentence.
fromwww.dailynews.com
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Man sentenced to 7 years for over $2.6 million Beverly Hills smash-and-grab robbery

A Long Beach man was sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a $2.6 million smash-and-grab robbery in Beverly Hills.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

SF judge accused of handing down light sentence in armed robbery spree case

The debate over crime punishment in San Francisco highlights tensions between strict law enforcement and advocates for second chances.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Trio accused of robbing, fatally drugging men leaving NYC gay clubs found guilty

Three men were found guilty of drugging and killing victims using fentanyl during robberies targeting gay men in Hell's Kitchen.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Burglar left elderly couple feeling violated by ransacking their home

The traumatic impact of burglary can leave victims feeling vulnerable and unsafe in their own homes.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Erith thug who threatened girl, 7, with air rifle is jailed again for theft

Alfie Powell has been re-jailed for theft, continuing his criminal pattern after a previous conviction for threatening a child with an air rifle.
more#crime
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Mission District

Man convicted of brutal ambush slaying of Bay Area teen rebuffed by appeals court

Martinez Henriquez's life sentence affirmed, highlighting intent behind his violent actions against two Novato teens.
#terrorism
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tunisian man who killed three people in Nice in terror attack given life sentence

A Tunisian man received life imprisonment for a brutal terrorist attack in Nice, highlighting France's ongoing struggles with radicalization and violent extremism.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French IS jihadist who held journalists gets life sentence

Mehdi Nemmouche received a life sentence for his role in holding four journalists hostage in Syria, reflecting on terrorism's complex narratives.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tunisian man who killed three people in Nice in terror attack given life sentence

A Tunisian man received life imprisonment for a brutal terrorist attack in Nice, highlighting France's ongoing struggles with radicalization and violent extremism.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French IS jihadist who held journalists gets life sentence

Mehdi Nemmouche received a life sentence for his role in holding four journalists hostage in Syria, reflecting on terrorism's complex narratives.
more#terrorism
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

The obscure Jimmy Lai ruling that exposed the erosion of Hong Kong's rule of law

Hong Kong's legal system faces increasing erosion of judicial independence amidst national security law interpretations.
#trump
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Why Trump Thanked John Roberts

The Supreme Court justices, notably Chief Justice Roberts, have undermined democracy by enabling Trump's actions post-2020 election.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Maggie Haberman Calls Out Trump Over Attacks On Judges: He's Playing a Very Risky Game'

Trump's attacks on judges pose risks, alienating the judiciary while attempting to maintain pressure on the courts.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Three cheers for John Fetterman refusing to blindly toe the Dems' - and Sunny Hostin & Co's - party line

Senator John Fetterman stands out for his bipartisan approach and calls for judicial impartiality.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Why Trump Thanked John Roberts

The Supreme Court justices, notably Chief Justice Roberts, have undermined democracy by enabling Trump's actions post-2020 election.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Maggie Haberman Calls Out Trump Over Attacks On Judges: He's Playing a Very Risky Game'

Trump's attacks on judges pose risks, alienating the judiciary while attempting to maintain pressure on the courts.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Three cheers for John Fetterman refusing to blindly toe the Dems' - and Sunny Hostin & Co's - party line

Senator John Fetterman stands out for his bipartisan approach and calls for judicial impartiality.
more#trump
#human-rights
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Brussels human rights NGO welcomes Gabriel Popoviciu's court win

Gabriel Popoviciu was fully exonerated by Romania's High Court after nearly 19 years of legal battles, highlighting serious judicial impartiality concerns.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
UK news

Georgia court hands ex-President Saakashvili further 4.5 years in prison

Saakashvili's sentences illustrate the Georgian regime's fear of political opposition and are viewed as a politically motivated effort to suppress dissent.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Brussels human rights NGO welcomes Gabriel Popoviciu's court win

Gabriel Popoviciu was fully exonerated by Romania's High Court after nearly 19 years of legal battles, highlighting serious judicial impartiality concerns.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
UK news

Georgia court hands ex-President Saakashvili further 4.5 years in prison

Saakashvili's sentences illustrate the Georgian regime's fear of political opposition and are viewed as a politically motivated effort to suppress dissent.
more#human-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

School inspector sacked for brushing water off child's head wins legal battle

Mr. Hewston was unfairly dismissed for a momentary lapse in professional judgment during a school inspection.
NYC LGBT
fromabovethelaw.com
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.12.25 - Above the Law

Recent court rulings reveal increasing polarization in the judiciary, raising concerns about competence and impartiality.
California Bar Association faces systemic failures affecting legal practice and public trust.
#climate-activism
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Pair deny charges after Darwin grave spray-painted

Two protesters pleaded not guilty for vandalizing Charles Darwin's grave, citing climate urgency as their motivation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Five years in prison for nonviolent protest: it's plain wrong, and Keir Starmer knows it | Caroline Lucas

Sentences for Just Stop Oil activists are the harshest ever for peaceful protest in Britain, highlighting a worrying trend towards oppression.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Pair deny charges after Darwin grave spray-painted

Two protesters pleaded not guilty for vandalizing Charles Darwin's grave, citing climate urgency as their motivation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Five years in prison for nonviolent protest: it's plain wrong, and Keir Starmer knows it | Caroline Lucas

Sentences for Just Stop Oil activists are the harshest ever for peaceful protest in Britain, highlighting a worrying trend towards oppression.
more#climate-activism
Renovation
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Bidwell Mansion arsonist sentenced to prison and owes millions for Chico blaze

A man was sentenced to 11 years and owes over $37 million for intentionally setting fire to the historic Bidwell Mansion, an act driven by societal disparity.
#trial
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

New Harvey Weinstein Sex Crimes Trial Is Set for April 15

Harvey Weinstein is set for a second trial on sex crime charges in Manhattan, with a plea for an earlier date due to health concerns.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

New Harvey Weinstein Sex Crimes Trial Is Set for April 15

Harvey Weinstein is set for a second trial on sex crime charges in Manhattan, with a plea for an earlier date due to health concerns.
more#trial
Law
fromVulture
2 months ago

Karen Huger Served Stiff Sentence for Her Fourth DUI

Karen Huger was sentenced to one year in prison for her fourth DUI conviction despite attempts to appeal.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Jury discharged in 1.38m watch robbery trial

The jury in Junior Kunu's robbery trial could not reach a verdict, leaving unresolved legal questions following a tragic incident linked to the case.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Someone Needs To Come Get These Junior Associates - Above the Law

Rookie lawyers showing resistance to assigned tasks may reflect a troubling trend in legal professionalism and workplace culture.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

A Constitutional Crisis Between the Trump Administration and the Courts

The article discusses the constitutional crisis between President Trump and the courts, NIH funding controversies, and political sorting in workplaces.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

A North Carolina Judge Just Acknowledged an Undeniable Truth: The Death Penalty Is Racist

Race significantly influences the death penalty system in America, affecting everything from charging decisions to jury selection.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Cars

"I'll Never Forget It": People Are Sharing The Most Tone-Deaf Thing They've Ever Heard A Rich Person Say

Judicial indifference to economic hardship can harm custody and child support hearings.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Judge overturns doctor verdict after finding witness lied about secret payoff to him

A judge overturned Dr. Mark Agresti's conviction due to a key witness lying under oath.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Judge dismisses case against ex-DA accused of interfering in Arbery murder probe

A judge dismissed all felony charges against former DA Jackie Johnson, citing technical flaws in the indictment related to the Ahmaud Arbery case.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Law

D.C. Appellate Court Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore Keeps Up The Delay Gambit To Prevent Pauline Newman From Working - Above the Law

Pauline Newman's legal struggles highlight bureaucratic delays and due process issues overshadowing her ability to perform her judicial responsibilities.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Families urge NHS to publish full report into Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane

The families of victims urge the release of a report on the mental health care of a convicted killer, highlighting accountability in such cases.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Harvey Weinstein pleads with judge to move up trial date because he 'can't hold on anymore' at 'hell hole' Rikers

Harvey Weinstein pleads for an expedited sex assault trial, citing serious health issues while imprisoned at Rikers Island.
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