Second reading of AG-Public Prosecutor Bill deferred after committee motion pulled

Former Olympian Charged with One Count of Felony Vandalism In Reflecting Pool Saga

The Reflecting Pool Saga Gets Uglier Federal prosecutors have obtained a one-count felony destruction of property indictment against David Hearn,...

Colorado high court tosses redistricting ballot measures

The Colorado Supreme Court on Monday tossed out two cases involving new redistricting ballot measures that would have favored Democrats. One ruling said the redistricting measure violated the state constitution’s “single subject” requirement that calls for measures proposed by petition to focus on one issue for inclusion on the ballot. The Democratic aligned group, Coloradans...

Senate Judiciary Committee advances bill requiring cameras in Supreme Court proceedings

The Senate Judiciary Committee has advance 15-7 on Thursday to advance the Cameras in the Courtroom Act, a bipartisan measure that would mandate television coverage of the U.S. Supreme Court’s open sessions. The legislation, introduced by Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, an Illinois Democrat, and Sen. Chuck Grassley, an Iowa Republican, seeks to bring the []...Click to read more

After Contentious Rulings, 2 Supreme Court Justices to Appear Before Congressional Panel Next Week

After a highly eventful session of Supreme Court rulings, two justices will testify before Congress next week. Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan will testify before the House Appropriations Committee July 14 about the budget for the Supreme Court. Barrett, nominated by President Donald Trump in 2020, is considered part of the conservative wing...

DOJ Sues Virginia, California Over Firearms Bans

In two separate lawsuits, the Justice Department alleged that the new state laws violate the Second Amendment.

America’s Unaccountable Federal Judiciary

A group of law students petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to take up a case that exposes a glaring contradiction in American law. ... The post America’s Unaccountable Federal Judiciary appeared first on The New American.

TRACKER: Senators’ votes during Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial

Here's a live tracker of senator-judges' votes on evidence, procedure, and jurisdiction during Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial

Supreme Court Unleashes Political Party Spending, Strikes Down Longtime Campaign Caps

In a sweeping decision that fundamentally alters American campaign finance, the Supreme Court ruled on June 30, 2026, that federal restrictions on political party spending coordinated with candidates violate the First Amendment. The 6–3 ruling in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission explicitly overrules the court’s 2001 decision in FEC v. Colorado Republican [] Supreme Court Unleashes Political Party Spending, Strikes Down Longtime Campaign Caps

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PRESS RELEASE: CEO Applauds SCOTUS Decision in Louisiana v. Callais

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Shawna Bray(410) 598-5388 Wednesday, April 29, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Center for Equal Opportunity (CEO) today praised the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais. CEO Chairman Linda Chavez applauded the ruling, noting that it is consistent with the colorblind, merit-based positions for which CEO has long advocated. In a majority opinion authored by Justice Alito, the Court held that Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) “was designed to enforce the Constitution—not collide with it. Unfortunately, lower courts have sometimes applied this Court’s §2 precedents in a way that forces States to engage ... Read More

A Troubling Milestone: Most Supreme Court Rulings Are Secretive Votes With Little Justification

The post A Troubling Milestone: Most Supreme Court Rulings Are Secretive Votes With Little Justification appeared first on ProPublica.

Supreme Court won’t save reporter from having to reveal source or pay contempt fines

Catherine Herridge said her case presents a pivotal question about the First Amendment privilege that protects journalists’ confidential sources. The post Supreme Court won’t save reporter from having to reveal source or pay contempt fines appeared first on MS NOW.

11 CA panel strikes down Stop WOKE Act

In a context in which the First Amendment was being applied consistently and reasonably, this would be the easiest of easy cases, but I’ll take even one Trump judge on board at this point: The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals’ 2-1 decision Tuesday upholding a lower court decision against Florida’s so-called Stop WOKE Act is a necessary rebuke [] The post 11 CA panel strikes down Stop WOKE Act appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

Democratic Group Makes False Claim in Insider-Trading Ad Attacking Susan Collins

Sen. Susan Collins helped pass a 2012 law that affirmed that members of Congress are not exempt from insider-trading laws and required members to more promptly disclose their trades of stocks and other investments. But an ad from a pro-Democrat group falsely claims that the Republican senator “doesn’t think” that insider trading “should be illegal.” The post Democratic Group Makes False Claim in Insider-Trading Ad Attacking Susan Collins appeared first on FactCheck.org.

Supreme Court refuses to halt $800 daily fine for news reporter who won’t divulge sources

The case has been being closely watched by media advocates who say it could make sources think twice before providing information that could expose government wrongdoing

The Litigation Lobby: Civil Justice Reform and the Future of the Texas-Florida Economic Advantage

Executive Summary Civil litigation policy in the U.S. is no longer just a debate over legal philosophy; it... The post The Litigation Lobby: Civil Justice Reform and the Future of the Texas-Florida Economic Advantage appeared first on James Madison Institute.

Here's an Update on California's Unconstitutional 'Stop Nick Shirley Act'

Here's an Update on California's Unconstitutional 'Stop Nick Shirley Act'

Illinois allows lawmaker conflicts of interest

The indictment of state Rep. Carol Ammons is a reminder that Illinois still relies on the honor system in conflicts of interest. The post Illinois allows lawmaker conflicts of interest appeared first on Illinois Policy.

Congress’s sneaky plan to dox every American who funds a lawsuit

Congress could soon take up a bill that would quietly expand the federal government’s power to catalog who backs which lawsuits in America. Rep. Ben Cline’s (R-VA) Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act has already cleared the House Judiciary Committee, and it deserves much closer scrutiny than its title suggests. The bill is pitched []

Congress can still ban birthright citizenship: Here’s how * WorldNetDaily * by Josh Hammer

Source link The Supreme Court has committed a grievous moral and legal error in Trump v. Barbara, the landmark case on birthright citizenship. In holding that the 14th Amendment confers

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

व्यवसायी सुमार्गीमाथि थप अनुसन्धान नगर्न आदेश

काठमाडौँ। सर्वोच्च अदालतले व्यवसायी अजेय सुमार्गी पराजुलीमाथि सम्पत्ति शुद्धीकरणको मुद्दामा थप अनुसन्धान नगर्न अन्तरिम आदेश जारी गरेको छ। न्यायाधीश बालकृष्ण ढकालको इजलासले व्यवसायी सुमार्गीले दायर गरेको रिट निवेदनमाथि प्रारम्भिक सुनुवाइ गर्दै अनुसन्धान अघि नबढाउन अन्तरिम आदेश गरेको हो। अदालतले आज सार्वजनिक आएको लिखित पाठमा भनिएको छ, “प्रस्तुत निवेदनको अन्तिम किनारा नलागेसम्म यस अदालतबाट भएको अन्तिम []

Vusimuzi Matlala Medicare24 Guilty Plea: Legal Expert Analyzes State Witness Agreement

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG — The recent Vusimuzi Matlala Medicare24 guilty plea has sparked widespread legal debate as the alleged crime kingpin transitions into a state witness. As sentencing in the R360-million tender fraud case is postponed, legal experts are examining the strategic implications of the plea bargain and what it means for the broader corruption prosecution. []

Once Again, A Missouri Judge Strikes Down State’s Abortion Restrictions

At a certain point, you’d think the Missouri state legislature would take the hint, but nope, the state attorney general intends to appeal the ruling.

Parallel legislation to tackle SLAPPs introduced in both Houses of Parliament

Two parallel private members' bills targeting SLAPPs — strategic lawsuits used by wealthy litigants to silence journalists, campaigners, and whistleblowers — have been introduced in both Houses of Parliament this week. Baroness Stowell of Beeston and Sir John Whittingdale MP are behind the respective bills, which would give judges the power to dismiss such cases at the earliest possible stage. The FSU welcomes the move.

“I don’t fear these…”: Candace Owens reignites Erika Kirk feud during Tyler Robinson hearing in Charlie Kirk case

Candace Owens reacted strongly as Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing began on July 6. She called the proceedings a “show trial,” questioned how evidence is being handled and criticized the court process. In a second post, she shared a faith-based message dedicated to Charlie Kirk. The hearing will determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence to move the case to trial.

Alleged N15.6bn fraud: EFCC re-arraigns former Skye Bank chair Ayeni

At the proceedings, prosecution counsel, Abba Muhammed, informed the court that the prosecution had filed an amended charge and additional proof of evidence on June 22, 2026. The post Alleged N15.6bn fraud: EFCC re-arraigns former Skye Bank chair Ayeni appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gov. DeSantis signs bill clearing $500K to woman injured in Miami-Dade gate arm accident

It was among five claims bills the Legislature passed this year. The post Gov. DeSantis signs bill clearing 500K to woman injured in Miami-Dade gate arm accident appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Altadena may get a reprieve from two of California’s marquee housing laws after a bill to temporarily exempt the fire-torn community sailed through back-to-back Assembly hearings on Wednesday. The two laws being put on hold — Senate Bill 9 from 2021 and Senate []

Terrion Arnold stands to lose millions if he's not released on bond

Monday's hearing is a critical step in his prosecution for armed robbery and kidnapping.

Adani case: NY judge's query procedural, unlikely to derail DoJ bid to drop charges, says US lawyer

A US judge requests a fuller DOJ explanation before dismissing the Adani indictment, outlining procedural norms and judicial deference in federal prosecutions.

Epstein Inquiry Enters Second Year With Key Questions Still Unresolved

WASHINGTON, July 8: A year after US authorities renewed efforts to increase transparency in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, the case continues to generate more questions than answers, with congressional scrutiny now focused as much on the government’s handling of the records as on the crimes themselves. The latest flashpoint came during a Senate hearing in which Kash Patel faced repeated questioning over the bureau’s handling of Epstein-related files. Patel defended the FBI’s approach but declined to give direct yes-or-no answers to several questions about the release of records and the agency’s internal decisions, prompting criticism from Democratic lawmakers. The exchange

HoR passes Public Procurement (Second Amendment) Bill

Kathmandu, July 2: Today's meeting of the House of Representatives has passed the 'Public Procurement (Second Amendment)...