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Bipartisan Bill Would Bar Secret Federal Subpoenas Without Judge's Order
A bipartisan bill would restrict federal agencies from obtaining phone records without judicial oversight, directly impacting legal and privacy rights following high-profile investigations.
G. Robert Blakey, RICO Act Drafter and Law Professor, Dies at 90
G. Robert Blakey, architect of the RICO Act and investigator of the JFK assassination, has died at 90. His legacy shaped organized crime prosecution and legal education in the U.S.
South Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Murdaugh Murder Convictions
The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, citing jury tampering by court clerk Becky Hill and ordering a new trial.
DOJ Sues Colorado Over Ban on Large-Capacity Magazines
The DOJ challenges Colorado's high-capacity magazine ban, intensifying the federal-state standoff over Second Amendment rights and gun control strategies.
Diverse Law and MBA Cohorts Linked to Higher Starting Salaries, Study Finds
A Nature study finds law and MBA graduates from racially diverse classes earn up to 3% more in starting salaries, adding weight to arguments for diversity initiatives.
Kansas Ex-Mayor Admits Illegal Voting, Gets Probation in Plea Deal
Former Coldwater, KS mayor Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to misdemeanor voting charges on April 20, 2026. The deal brings probation, not jail, for noncitizen voting.
60% of Federal Judges Now Use AI in Court Operations
Northwestern University reveals 60% of U.S. federal judges incorporate AI into judicial tasks, influencing case outcomes and challenging traditional practices.