Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Judge Demands Review of Two Major Montana Logging Projects
Judge Kathleen DeSoto orders review of Montana logging projects Gold Butterfly and Round Star due to environmental analysis deficiencies, impacting future compliance strategies.
Trans Rights Activists Push for Job Quotas in Mexico City
Activists and organizations marched in Mexico City, urging legislative changes for trans labor rights.
150 Non-Police Mental Health Programs Identified by HRW
Human Rights Watch finds 150 U.S. non-police mental health crisis programs, potentially impacting future legal reforms.
Judge's Injunction Lifts Freeze on $10B Child Care Funds
A California judge's decision lifts the $10B federal child care funding freeze, ensuring continued support for low-income families and impacting future funding disputes.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Colorado's Conversion Therapy Ban
The Supreme Court overturns Colorado's conversion therapy ban, impacting state laws and mental health regulations.
Judge Rules Against ESA Claims in Yuba River Dispute
Federal judge's ruling on Yuba River dams case limits ESA reach, impacting future resource management law.
Judge Halts Trump's Effort to Defund Public Media
A federal judge halts Trump's attempt to cut NPR and PBS funding, citing constitutional issues.
Federal Procurement to Limit DEI Initiatives Under New Rule
Federal contracts to restrict race-based DEI initiatives due to new regulations, affecting compliance for legal professionals.
Music Giants Buy Copyrights to Contest Vetter Decision
Universal, Sony, Warner, and BMG purchase song rights to challenge the Vetter ruling, impacting legal strategies in managing copyrights globally.
Experts Link Social Media to Historical Moral Panics
Experts draw parallels between social media concerns and historical moral panics, impacting freedom of speech and legal perspectives.
DHS Nominee Mullin Pledges Judicial Warrants for Home Entries
Markwayne Mullin promises judicial warrants for home entries, marking policy shift in DHS oversight from administrative warrants.
Trump's EO Limits DEI Practices for Federal Contractors
Trump issues EO limiting DEI practices in federal contracts, impacting compliance and legal risks.
Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill Against Retail Theft
The Senate's bipartisan bill targets organized retail crime, crucial for legal practices adjusting to enforcement changes.
NJ APNs Gain Independence with 2026 Law Effective March 30
A new law effective March 30, 2026, allows New Jersey APNs to practice independently, impacting healthcare accessibility and legal compliance.
FinCEN Proposes $300M Whistleblower Rewards
FinCEN aims to combat money laundering by proposing a $300M reward for whistleblowers. Legal teams should prepare for enhanced compliance demands.
EU Ministers Push for Justice in Ukraine War Crimes
Twelve EU ministers visit Ukraine to reinforce actions against alleged war crimes, impacting future legal practices and EU-Ukraine relations.
SCOTUS Ruling Limits Executive Power on Universal Injunctions
The latest SCOTUS decision curtailed executive power over universal injunctions, affecting legal strategies in cases involving federal executive orders.
Illinois Enacts Fines for Credit Card Fees on Tips, Taxes
Illinois implements penalties on credit card fees applied to taxes and gratuities, affecting GCs and businesses by July 1, 2026.
FTC Intensifies Healthcare Antitrust Scrutiny with New Task Force
FTC's new Healthcare Task Force targets antitrust issues beyond mergers, affecting legal compliance in healthcare.
Boeing Victims Challenge DOJ's Deferred Prosecution in Fifth Circuit
Boeing 737 MAX victims' families challenge DOJ's DPA in Fifth Circuit, impacting victims' rights and legal strategies in future corporate cases.