Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Utah judge orders trial with potential death penalty for Charlie Kirk's killer
Utah court ruled on Sept 1, 2026, that Tyler James Robinson will face trial for Charlie Kirk's 2025 murder. The case involves possible capital punishment and political motives.
House Democrats Move to Punish Two Members for Procedural Vote Favoring GOP
Two centrist House Democrats face party discipline after siding with Republicans on key procedural vote, affecting legislative process and unity.
Border Wall Construction Advances on Tohono O'odham Land Despite Tribe Objections
Construction of a 30-foot border wall segment on Tohono O'odham Nation reservation proceeds amid tribal and legal challenges over sovereignty and sacred sites.
Venezuela boosts civil society role in Supreme Court nominations
Venezuela's National Assembly expands Judicial Nominations Committee, increasing civil society majority, signaling a Supreme Court overhaul.
Vanuatu Files ICJ Case Against France Over Pacific Island Sovereignty
Vanuatu initiates legal action at ICJ seeking sovereignty affirmation and maritime boundary resolution with France over Matthew and Hunter Islands.
Judge Upholds $6.6M Verdict Against LAPD in Veteran’s Unlawful Detention Case
A federal judge upheld a $6.6 million verdict against LAPD for unlawful detention of a disabled veteran, emphasizing legal risks for municipalities.
Texas AG Paxton Appeals to Revive Pfizer Covid Vaccine Lawsuit
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton appeals dismissal of Pfizer Covid vaccine lawsuit, challenging PREP Act immunity and impacting public health claims.
EEOC Updates Strategic Plan to 2030 to Bolster Discrimination Prevention
The EEOC announced its updated Strategic Plan for 2026-2030, focusing on enforcement, prevention, and organizational excellence to address workplace discrimination.
House GOP Links Socialism Resolution with Controversial Voter ID Bill
House Republicans tie socialism resolution to SAVE America Act voter ID law, raising legal election challenges debated by election law experts.
State Dept. to Revoke B-1/B-2 Visas for Asylum Seekers Entering 2016-2026
The U.S. State Department will revoke B-1 and B-2 visas issued from 2016 to 2026 for individuals who entered on these visas and applied for asylum, impacting immigration compliance and litigation r...
International Court Orders India to Honor 1960 Indus Waters Treaty
The Permanent Court of Arbitration rules India must uphold the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, rejecting India's suspension attempt.
FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Price Inflation Scheme
The FTC and 22 states filed a lawsuit accusing Amazon of secretly inflating ad prices, affecting over 1.2 million advertisers and stirring legal challenges.
EFF Reports Progress and Challenges in Location Data Privacy Enforcement
EFF's 2026 report reviews enforcement wins and ongoing challenges protecting location data privacy in the U.S.
New Jersey’s Kids Code Act sets strict rules for kids’ online safety
New Jersey’s Kids Code Act mandates privacy and design safeguards for minors online, effective September 2027, with $5,000 statutory damages per violation.
Musk, Bezos Influence Redirects Billions in Broadband Grants to Satellites
Investigation reveals Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos swayed broadband grants from fiber to satellite, raising oversight and antitrust concerns.
NY AG Hits Online Med Provider Thirty Madison with $400K Settlement
New York AG secures $400,000 settlement from Thirty Madison for deceptive subscription practices, underscoring regulatory focus on online health services.
UN Experts Urge ICC States to Act Against US Sanctions Targeting ICC Leaders
UN experts call on ICC member states to protect court after US sanctions on ICC president and senior lawyer threaten international legal cooperation.
FBI Ends Automatic Ban for Applicants with Prostitution History
The FBI will now assess applicants with past prostitution-related activities case-by-case, affecting law enforcement hiring standards and legal background checks.
Judge Halts USPS Mail-In Voting Restrictions Before Midterms
US District Judge Indira Talwani blocks USPS mail-in voting rule from Trump's executive order, affecting election law before 2026 midterms.
Sixth Circuit Revives Challenge to Tennessee's Social Media Age Law
The Sixth Circuit allows NetChoice to resume its challenge to Tennessee's law requiring social media age verification and parental consent for minors.