Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Federal Judge Likely to Allow Challenge to Hawaii’s Corporate Spending Ban
A federal judge signals denial of Hawaii's motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging its corporate spending ban, impacting campaign finance law.
EU Labels AWS, Microsoft Azure as Gatekeepers Under Digital Markets Act
EU's Digital Markets Act designates AWS and Microsoft Azure as gatekeepers, impacting legal compliance and digital competition.
ICE Agent Testifies Emotionally in Minneapolis Assault Case Amid Jurisdiction Debate
ICE agent Gregory Morgan Jr. gave emotional testimony in a Minnesota assault case as the court weighs federal vs. state jurisdiction over immigration enforcement incidents.
ACLU Sues ICE Over Withholding Detainee Property After Release
ACLU files a lawsuit against ICE for failing to return personal items to detainees months after release, raising civil rights and due process concerns.
Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as Ambassador to Greece Amid Ethics Allegations
Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as U.S. Ambassador to Greece after allegations of soliciting funds for political access and improper gifts, prompting calls for investigation.
EU Sanctions Nearly 1,600 Russian Entities Linked to Military Industry
The EU expands sanctions on almost 1,600 Russian individuals and firms in the arms sector amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Supreme Court Will Hear FOIA Case Over Trump-Era Efficiency Office Records
The Supreme Court will decide if records from Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency must be disclosed under FOIA, impacting transparency of advisory bodies.
Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Home in Immigration Document Probe
Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as part of a federal immigration document investigation by Homeland Security Investigations.
Judge Blocks Trump Administration's $20M Taxpayer-Funded Ads
Federal judge halts Trump administration's use of $20 million in public funds for political ads, raising legal issues on taxpayer-funded campaigns.
DOJ Unveils Aggressive New Strategy for Corporate Fraud Prosecutions
DOJ updates enforcement priorities, expands resources, and plans tougher fraud prosecutions in health care, tax, and more sectors nationwide.
Trump Requests Supreme Court to Revive Dismissed Lawsuit Against Clinton
Trump petitions the Supreme Court to reinstate his dismissed 2022 lawsuit against Hillary Clinton, challenging sanctions and dismissal rulings.
Only 31% of U.S. Adults Say RFK Jr. Supports MMR Vaccine for Kids
A 2026 poll shows ongoing public confusion and unfavorable views of HHS Secretary RFK Jr.'s stance on measles vaccination amid an outbreak.
Minnesota Court Weighs ICE Agent Assault Jurisdiction in 'Road Rage' Case
Federal court in Minnesota reviews whether ICE agent's highway assault falls under federal jurisdiction amid disputed 'road rage' defense in 2026 incident.
FCC Defers to Pentagon on Televising Hasan Execution Broadcast
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defers decision on televising Nidal Hasan's 2026 military execution to Defense Secretary Hegseth, raising legal broadcast jurisdiction questions.
EFF Warns: Federal Data Consolidation Risks Privacy, Transparency
New findings show unlawful federal data consolidation over two years may trigger regulatory and litigation risks for privacy and transparency.
Judge Blocks DOJ From Using SAVE Database to Remove Voters
A federal judge barred DOJ from using the SAVE immigration database to purge voters, citing inaccuracies and privacy violations.
TikTok Settles with Alabama, Offering $100M Plus Multi-State Settlement Incentive
TikTok agrees to $100 million and teen safety limits in Alabama, with a new fund boosting multi-state suits against it.
California Now Requires AI Impact Disclosures in Layoff Notices
California updates its Cal/WARN Act to mandate AI and automation disclosures in workforce reduction notices starting 2027.
Senate Permitting Bill Faces Political Hurdles Despite Bipartisan Support
The Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026 aims to speed energy and infrastructure permits but faces opposition from environmental groups and policy challenges.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Orders Arrest of Eduardo Bolsonaro in Coup Trial Case
Brazil's Supreme Court issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro over interference in a coup trial, impacting US-Brazil legal relations.