Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Congress Passes 10-Day Extension for Section 702 Surveillance Debate
Congress extends Section 702 surveillance powers for 10 days, delaying its expiration and giving lawmakers time to negotiate key privacy and security reforms.
Congress Splits Over Section 702 Surveillance Reform as 2026 Expiration Looms
US lawmakers debate reforms to Section 702 surveillance law, highlighting sharp divides and privacy concerns as the program faces 2026 expiration. Legal, compliance teams on alert.
Texas AG Sues Houston Over Police Limits On ICE Detentions
Texas Attorney General sues Houston over new ordinance restricting police from detaining people solely on ICE civil immigration warrants, sparking a clash on state vs. local authority.
Louisiana Sues Federal Agency Over Citizenship Check on Voter Forms
Louisiana sues the U.S. Election Assistance Commission after it denied the state's request to add citizenship verification to federal voter registration forms, challenging federal oversight.
Legal groups push for independent immigration courts after mass judge firings
Six more immigration judges have been fired by the Trump administration, heightening calls from legal groups for an independent immigration judiciary to protect fairness and impartiality.
Federal Judge Halts Indiana Student ID Ban for Voters
A federal judge has blocked Indiana's ban on student IDs for voting, preserving ballot access for up to 90,000 students and spotlighting election law battles.
House Moves Toward Expulsion Votes After Twin Misconduct Scandals
Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales face calls for expulsion following detailed misconduct allegations. Congress faces bipartisan pressure for stronger ethics oversight and accountability.
UK Suspends Chagos Islands Transfer After US Policy Shift
The UK has paused plans to transfer Chagos Islands sovereignty to Mauritius after the US withdrew support, raising legal and geopolitical stakes over the disputed territory.
Swalwell Loses Endorsements After Sexual Assault Allegations Surface
Rep. Eric Swalwell faces mass withdrawal of endorsements and mounting legal scrutiny after sexual assault allegations threaten his California governor campaign.
Judge Orders Navy to Release Records in USS Bonhomme Richard Arson Case
A federal judge has directed the Navy to release court records tied to the USS Bonhomme Richard arson case, boosting transparency in military legal proceedings after the sailor's acquittal.
Judge Orders Pentagon to Restore Full Press Access After Court Challenge
A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to reinstate wider press access after its restrictive policies were found unconstitutional, signaling judicial limits on executive media controls.
Veteran Charged with Leaking Defense Secrets from Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg veteran Courtney Williams is indicted for leaking defense secrets, affecting military-related legal advisement.
Court Permits Pentagon's AI Limits Amid Anthropic Rulings Conflict
A U.S. appeals court allows Pentagon restrictions on Anthropic's AI Claude, complicating legal guidance for military contractors.
Colorado Bill Seeks Exemption in 'Right to Repair' Law
Tech lobbyists advance SB26-090 to exempt critical IT infrastructure from Colorado's repair law, highlighting tech industry influence on legal amendments.
EEOC Limits Transgender Bathroom Access in Federal Buildings
EEOC's new ruling limits transgender access to federal bathrooms, redefining Title VII scope.
OSHA Extends Heat Safety Program Amid Regulatory Gaps
OSHA's extension of its heat safety program reflects regulatory challenges impacting corporate compliance and financial liability amid extreme weather.
Rio Challenges Federal Micro-Mobility Rules with New Decree
Rio de Janeiro's new decree on micro-mobility raises legal debates over local vs. federal authority, impacting regulatory practices across Brazil.
DOJ Shifts Focus: Drops 23,000 Cases for Deportations
DOJ redirects resources, dropping 23,000 cases to focus on deportations, impacting legal strategies in diverse sectors.
U.S.-Iran Sanctions Talks Set for April in Islamabad
U.S.-Iran peace talks in April could impact global sanctions policies, affecting compliance departments.
FDA Budget Cuts Hiring, Raises User Fees for FY 2027
FDA's FY 2027 budget cuts might slow drug approvals and raise user fees, affecting pharmaceutical companies' operations.