Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Judge Stops DOT From Freezing $16B Hudson Tunnel Funds Over DEI Review
A federal judge blocks DOT’s attempt to halt $16 billion Hudson Tunnel funding over DEI compliance, impacting key legal and infrastructure stakeholders.
LA Homeless Agency Sues HUD Over $220M Funding Suspension
LA Homeless Services Authority sues HUD after $220M funding suspension amid fraud allegations, risking thousands losing housing support.
Alaska court lets namesake challenger Dan Sullivan stay on Senate primary ballot
Alaska Supreme Court ruled Dan J. Sullivan can remain on primary ballot despite confusion claims, spotlighting election law challenges.
DOJ Sues Mass. and R.I. Over In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students
The DOJ challenges Massachusetts and Rhode Island's laws offering in-state tuition to undocumented students, sparking key legal battles over education and immigration.
25 Democratic States Sue to Block New Medicaid Work Rules
Twenty-five Democratic-led states and DC challenge CMS's Medicaid work requirements, citing legal overreach and impact on vulnerable populations.
Gov’t Updates IP Due Diligence Rules for Funded Tech Projects
Legal teams must align with new IP due diligence expectations in government-funded projects to protect ownership and comply with evolving rules.
Federal PACER Fees Rise 20% to Fund $750M Security Upgrade
PACER fees will increase from $0.10 to $0.12 per page in 2027 to support a $750 million cybersecurity overhaul for federal court access systems.
Supreme Court Will Hear Case on Parental Rights in Minors' Gender-Affirming Care
The Supreme Court granted review of International Partners for Ethical Care v. Ferguson, challenging Washington's rules on parental notice for minors' gender-affirming treatment.
New Bill Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs at $5,000 for Traditional Medicare
The Medicare Cost Cap Act limits annual out-of-pocket expenses for traditional Medicare beneficiaries to $5,000, easing financial burdens for millions.
State Dept’s Pay.gov switch delays visa fee payments, blocks issuance
The State Department’s shift to Pay.gov disrupts U.S. visa fee payments and processing, causing delays and verification issues for applicants and corporate counsel.
Supreme Court Expands Trump’s Power to Fire Agency Heads, Except Fed Officials
Supreme Court overturns key precedent letting Trump remove independent agency heads except Federal Reserve governors, reshaping federal governance and compliance.
Supreme Court Upholds Laws Counting Late-Arriving Mail-In Ballots
The Supreme Court rules 5-4 that states can count mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day if received within a grace period, affecting 14 states ahead of 2026 midterms.
Supreme Court Rules on Green Card Holders' Rights in Blanche v. Lau
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 allowing border officers to treat LPRs with pending charges as applicants for admission, reshaping immigration law.
Federal DEI Rule Now Covers Leases, Concessions Starting 2026
The FAR clause implementing Executive Order 14398 now extends to leases and concessions, requiring legal teams to review compliance policies by 2026.
Paul Ebert, Virginia’s Longest-Serving Prosecutor, Dies June 23 at 88
Paul Ebert, Prince William County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney for 52 years, died June 23, 2026, known for high-profile cases and ethical controversies.
John Bolton Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Retention of Classified Info
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton pleads guilty to unlawfully retaining classified information, settling DOJ espionage charges and facing sentencing.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association Calls to Expand Assisted Dying to Mental Illness
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association urges Parliament to allow medical assistance in dying for patients with mental illness as sole condition, challenging current exclusions and sparking debate...
Texas Requires Bible Stories in Public Schools Starting 2030
Texas Board of Education mandates Bible stories in K-12 reading lists from 2030, raising legal debates over church-state separation in education.
California's $310B 2026-27 Budget Cuts Deficit, Boosts Legal-Linked Programs
California's 2026-27 budget reduces deficit by $1.8B, funds education, legal compliance, and disaster recovery, impacting corporate and public interest law.
Congress Nears Vote on KIDS Act Mandating Online Age Verification
Congress prepares to vote on the KIDS Act, which mandates federal age verification standards for online services to protect minors’ safety and privacy.