Le Pen is posing as the victim of a politicised judiciary

EDITORIAL: Our kingdom for a French dictionary?

Should courts dictate to the Crown who cannot be their representatives in this country?

PAC Vice Chair raises alarm over stalled corruption prosecutions, calls for stronger enforcement

Vice Chairman of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Davis Ansah Opoku, has raised concerns about what he describes as weak enforcement of corruption-related recommendations made by Parliament, revealing that none of the committee’s referrals to the Attorney General over the past six years has resulted in prosecution. Speaking at the 2026 African Governance and Anti-Corruption Summit in Accra, Mr. Opoku said the lack of follow-through on findings from parliamentary oversight work is undermining accountability in the management of public funds.

[OPINION] Why impeachments are too important to be left to lawyers alone

Lawyers might revel in procedure, but the public judges politically. Citizens evaluate trust, legitimacy and abuse of office.

Breaking: Court remands ex-CCT chairman Umar in Kuje prison over corruption charges

According to the federal government, its investigations revealed that the defendant abused his official position by conferring an undue advantage on himself while he served as head of the tribunal. The post Breaking: Court remands ex-CCT chairman Umar in Kuje prison over corruption charges appeared first on Vanguard News.

‘Who judges the judges? The accountability crisis in British justice’ 

Britain is facing a crisis of confidence in its justice system. Recently, a sickening case which Gisèle Pelicot The post ‘Who judges the judges? The accountability crisis in British justice’ appeared first on LabourList.

Ex-presidents of Israel's Supreme Court say government defiance is end of democracy

In a joint statement, the former justices wrote that the government's decision to defy a High Court ruling leads to 'anarchy and the concentration of all state power in the hands of a single body'

Battle over 5-figure pay hikes for federal judges is causing unease in legal circles

The federal government and more than 1,000 federally appointed judges are at odds over the best way to settle an ongoing salary dispute, raising concerns in both the legal and political community that the case could end up tarnishing the judiciary's reputation.

Court blocks DOJ release of Biden’s conversations with biographer

A federal appeals court temporarily blocked the Justice Department from turning over to a conservative think tank redacted transcripts and audio recordings of conversations former President Joe Biden had with his biographer roughly a decade ago. A panel of three judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit agreed to []...Click to read more

What the Supreme Court’s ruling in the Cook case means for Federal Reserve independence

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday said the Federal Reserve, unlike any other agency in Washington, has a measure of independence from the presidency and day-to-day politics. But the court didn’t define to what extent. The case is the latest round in an unprecedented fight between the Fed and President Donald Trump. More [] The post What the Supreme Court’s ruling in the Cook case means for Federal Reserve independence appeared first on Loonie Politics.

'Manifestly unlawful' — Ukrainian court bans publication of investigative report on top official's brother

The court's ruling is manifestly unlawful and violates the fundamental rights of journalists and the public to gather and disseminate information of public interest that is publicly available about the country's highest-ranking officials, Olena Shcherban, a deputy executive director at the Anti-Corruption Action Center, said.

Inside the ‘Broadview Six’ scandal rocking Chicago’s federal courthouse – Chicago Sun-Times

Federal prosecutors in Chicago are better known for taking on violent street gangs, potential terrorists and corrupt politicians of all stripes. In 20 years, they put two governors in prison, as well as a former U.S. House speaker who served two heartbeats away from the presidency. But the “Broadview Six” scandal is now threatening to do long-term damage to what’s perhaps the most highly regarded law enforcement agency in the city. A federal judge summed it up this way: “Trust has been broken.”

PM tidak akan terlibat lantik Pendakwa Raya

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri tidak terlibat dalam pelantikan Pendakwa Raya selepas pindaan Perlembagaan Persekutuan berkaitan pengasingan peranan Peguam Negara dan Pendakwa Raya diluluskan di Parlimen. Pencalonan akan diusulkan Suruhanjaya Perkhidmatan Keha­kiman dan Perundangan (SPKP) dan diteliti Parlimen, sebelum pelantikan dibuat oleh Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Mekanisme itu antara pembaharuan disyorkan Jawatankuasa Pilihan Khas bagi membolehkan pelantikan ... Read more The post PM tidak akan terlibat lantik Pendakwa Raya appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Josh Dehaas: Ben Bankas keeps getting cancelled because he mocks politicians

Mocking politicians is not only punching up — it’s constitutionally protected

Rivers 2027: Court dismisses suit against NDC, clears way for Lulu-Briggs

A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has struck out a suit challenging the emergence of Dumo Lulu-Briggs as the governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC. An aspirant of the NDC, Kings Unyeawaji, filed the suit against the party, its chairman, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and Lulu-Briggs, alleging [] Rivers 2027: Court dismisses suit against NDC, clears way for Lulu-Briggs

Anti-corruption body branded too complex and opaque

A committee is hearing concerns about the effectiveness of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, which has come under fire since it was established.

Constitutional Court upholds results of Armenian parliamentary elections

On June 26, the Constitutional Court began reviewing petitions filed by seven political forces, which were consolidated into a single case

Israeli High Court hears petitions against law reshaping judicial selection committee

Petitioners, including civil rights groups, watchdog organizations, the Israel Bar Association and opposition lawmakers, argue that the amendment will politicize the judicial system.

Supreme Court Upholds Constitution’s Separation of Powers — But Carves Out Exception for Federal Reserve

The Court ruled that the president may remove commissioners of “independent” federal agencies — but not members of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. ... The post Supreme Court Upholds Constitution’s Separation of Powers — But Carves Out Exception for Federal Reserve appeared first on The New American.

Commissioner chairs meeting of prosecutors

Commissioner chairs meeting of prosecutors

The Government Is Turning Speech Into Evidence | TMP #1080

Full show: When speech becomes evidence

MQG to push for fines, arrest of MKs involved in decision to ignore Supreme Court ruling

“From day one, the independence of the legal system, judges and legal advisors, has been a source of embarrassment to the government, Adv. Michael Partam, Deputy Chairman of the MQG, said.

Bishops say VP Duterte impeachment should remind officials of accountability

SINACABAN, Misamis Occidental— Catholic bishops said Friday that the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte should serve as a reminder that all public officials remain accountable to the people and the Constitution. Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo of Kidapawan, who chairs the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Interreligious Dialogue, said the Church supports the constitutional process [] The post Bishops say VP Duterte impeachment should remind officials of accountability appeared first on Interaksyon.

Bakersfield College Settles With Prof Who Sued Over DEI Policies

Johnson accused administrators of penalizing him and other professors for expressing conservative political and social views The post Bakersfield College Settles With Prof Who Sued Over DEI Policies first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Dulling Her Sparkle: Congressman to File Articles of Impeachment Against Biden Activist Judge

Dulling Her Sparkle: Congressman to File Articles of Impeachment Against Biden Activist Judge

Conservatives Have a New Villain: Justice Barrett

Conservatives Have a New Villain: Justice Barrett

Austen Morgan: ​The UK has slapped down Troubles lawfare against the security forces

​On 7 May 2026, the supreme court allowed the secretary of state’s appeal in a case called Dillon, inflicting a major defeat on the clamorous legacy practitioners – the academics, NGOs and five law firms who engage in lawfare against the UK state.

Inside Slovakia’s escalating war on NGOs

Beyond attempts to copy 'foreign agent' laws seen in other countries, Slovak authorities are deploying a well-worn playbook to villainise those who hold them to account. Robert Fico and his minister of interior have gone so far as to accuse civil society groups of plotting a state coup. The hostility extends to minority rights as well, with the minister of culture publicly disparaging LGBTI human rights defenders and branding them a 'malignant ideology' and stating they will 'no longer receive a cent'

Govt aims to table AG-Public Prosecutor separation Bill this parliamentary sitting, seeks bipartisan backing, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — The government is targeting the current parliamentary sitting to table a Bill for debate a...

The Philippines’ ‘Trial of the Century’ Begins

A pall of cynicism hangs over proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Court affirms Mark-led leadership of ADC, throws out Abejide’s suit

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday affirmed Sen. David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Justice Musa Liman, in a judgment, also dimissed the suit filed by Rep Leke Abejide challenging Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as national chairman and national secretary of the party for lacking in merit. Justice Liman The post Court affirms Mark-led leadership of ADC, throws out Abejide’s suit appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.

Oil Theft: Lawmakers Propose Special Court, Tougher Measures

The House of Representatives Special Committee on Crude Oil Theft has emphasised the need for a special court to try saboteurs and crude oil thieves wreaking havoc in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, saying their activities undermine the country’s socio-economic development and national security. The Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Alhassan Ado Doguwa, and other [] The post Oil Theft: Lawmakers Propose Special Court, Tougher Measures appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Furore in Nigeria over fake federal agency set up in government HQ

President orders investigation after fictitious body given funding, triggering renewed scrutiny of alleged corruptionA fictitious federal entity that was allocated 1.3bn naira (£700,000) in Nigeria’s 2026 budget has precipitated a political storm in Africa’s largest democracy in the run-up to a general election set for January.The fake agency came to light last October when Femi Gbajabiamila, the president’s chief of staff, wrote to the police alleging that his signature, along with official seals and reference numbers, had been forged by Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who was claiming to have been appointed by the presidency to head the presidential foreign intervention promotion council (PFIPC). Continue reading...

Corruption, our daily bread

An unrelenting cascade of corruption scandals enjoys political and judicial protection, while the government negotiates key appointments to put the brakes on cases at Comodoro Py. Leer más

Phala Phala Impeachment Process Intensifies Amid Cyril Ramaphosa Court Challenge

CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE – The Phala Phala impeachment process has entered a critical legal phase as President Cyril Ramaphosa launches an urgent court application to halt the parliamentary inquiry. This high-stakes legal maneuver has ignited a fierce debate regarding the independence of the legislature, the constitutional responsibilities of the National Assembly Speaker, and the []

US Supreme Court hands wealthy donors more sway with latest decision

Critics say the ruling invites corruption, benefitting wealthy donors and amplifying special interest sway in politics.

Liberal Justice Makes Dire Prediction about Trump Ruling

Jonathan Ernst / REUTERSThe three liberal-leaning justices on the Supreme Court are sounding the alarm about the latest ruling from the high court that vastly expanded executive power. The high court in a 5-4 ruling Monday blocked Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook, deciding that “Congress, not the courts,” must change federal law on removing members of independent agencies, as the ruling said Fed governors are explicitly protected by “for cause” statutes.But justices handed Trump an expansion of presidential authority as, in a 6-3 ruling, it said that he could fire members of independent regulatory agencies at will, overturning a 91-year-old precedent. Read more at The Daily Beast.