Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Justice Kagan Warns Congress of Rising Threats to Supreme Court Justices
Supreme Court Justices Kagan and Barrett testify to Congress on increased threats and request $228M for security enhancements in FY 2027.
DoD Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements Ahead of November Deadline
The Department of Defense suspends Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Phase II, impacting contractor compliance obligations and legal counsel guidance.
Judge Dismisses CSAM Lawsuit, Upholds Apple’s CDA Immunity
A California judge ruled Apple immune under Section 230 of the CDA in a child exploitation case, urging lawmakers for legislative reforms.
Illinois Court Sends Political Defamation Case to Jury Over Actual Malice
Illinois appellate court allows a defamation case between political rivals to proceed to jury on actual malice, shaping standards for political speech cases.
U.S. Trade Rep. Greer Urges EU to Ease Tech Enforcement on American Firms
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer calls on Europe to reduce enforcement measures that disproportionately affect American tech companies, signaling rising transatlantic tensions.
Judge Voids $1.776B Trump-IRS Settlement Over Collusion
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams invalidated a $1.776 billion Trump-IRS settlement citing collusion, with sanctions for attorneys and DOJ criticism.
Trump Cuts Utah Monuments by 90%, Shrinking Nearly 3M Acres
President Trump slashes Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments almost 90%, raising legal and regulatory issues.
Top Indonesian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Resigns Amid $275M Corruption Probe
Febrie Adriansyah resigns after police find gold bars and $20M cash linked to state-owned enterprises corruption case in Indonesia.
LAPD Ends Contract with Flock Over Privacy and Civil Rights Concerns
The LAPD lets its contract with surveillance firm Flock Safety expire amid serious privacy and civil liberties concerns, joining other cities in reconsidering ALPR use.
NYC Moves to End Police Union Lawsuit Over Officer Discipline Records
New York City challenges police union lawsuit blocking public access to NYPD disciplinary records, impacting transparency and accountability.
DOJ Sues Maryland Over Community Trust Act, Citing Immigration Enforcement Clash
DOJ sues Maryland alleging the Community Trust Act obstructs federal immigration enforcement, spotlighting a federal-state legal conflict under the Supremacy Clause.
New Mexico AG accuses DOJ of withholding Epstein files for 130+ days
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez accuses DOJ of withholding key unredacted documents critical to the Epstein Zorro Ranch investigation, highlighting state-federal tensions.
Detainees Strike at Adelanto ICE Over Unsafe Conditions
Detainees at Adelanto ICE began hunger strike May 19, 2026, citing poor detention conditions amid worsening overcrowding and legal concerns.
Judge Tigar Blocks Enforcement of Anti-DEI Federal Grant Conditions in CA, OR
U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar blocks Trump-era Executive Order on anti-DEI grant conditions in California and Oregon, affecting federal funding policies.
Kansas Supreme Court Requires Factual Innocence for Wrongful Conviction Pay
Kansas Supreme Court rules that factual innocence is necessary to claim wrongful conviction compensation, impacting legal standards and reform efforts.
SCOTUS Rarely Grants Rehearings, Birthright Citizenship Case Highlights
SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship 6-3; rare rehearing requests shed light on court strategy and constitutional debates.
Federal Judge Orders GEO Group to Allow WA Health Inspections at ICE Facility
A federal judge enforces Washington's health inspection law on GEO Group's ICE detention center, clarifying state authority over federal contractors.
Seventh Circuit Upholds Illinois Assault Rifle Ban Ahead of Supreme Court Review
The Seventh Circuit ruled the Illinois assault rifle ban constitutional, paving way for Supreme Court review amid national gun law debates.
Former Wisconsin Judge Fined $5K After Obstructing ICE Arrest
Ex-Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan fined $5,000 after conviction for obstructing ICE agents during courthouse arrest of an immigrant.
Mexico to File Criminal Complaints Over Deaths in ICE Custody
Mexico plans legal action against the US for deaths of Mexican nationals in ICE detention, raising international legal and human rights issues.