Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Federal Govt Schedules Potent Kratom Derivatives as Schedule I Opioids
The DOJ has placed three kratom-derived opioids into Schedule I, raising compliance risks for kratom product companies and prompting regulatory scrutiny.
Military judge sets June 2028 trial for 9/11 suspect Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
Trial for 9/11 plotters including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed scheduled for June 2028, highlighting ongoing challenges in terrorism litigation.
Judge Rules Trump-Era Farmworker Wage Cuts Illegal
Federal court strikes down Trump administration's pay cuts for migrant farmworkers, impacting labor and immigration compliance.
Senator Hawley Launches Probe into Flock AI Surveillance Cameras
Senator Hawley launches Senate investigation into Flock AI surveillance amid privacy and misuse concerns, pressing legal and ethical implications.
Federal Court Upholds New York's Social Media Disclosure Law
A federal judge dismissed X Corp's lawsuit, affirming New York's law requiring platforms to disclose content moderation policies, impacting compliance risks.
Third Circuit Allows Assault Prosecution of Rep. McIver to Proceed
Third Circuit court denied immunity to Rep. LaMonica McIver, paving the way for her federal assault trial after an incident at an ICE detention center.
DR Congo Suspends Universities in M23-Controlled Zones
DR Congo halts university activities in 11 public institutions in M23-controlled areas due to security and governance concerns, affecting the 2026-2027 academic year.
FBI Seizes Chinese Hacking Domains Targeting NASA, Federal Agencies
DOJ and FBI seized Chinese state-sponsored hacking domains used against NASA, Federal Reserve, U.S. Senate, and more, highlighting ongoing cyber threats.
Judge Lifts Block on Trump’s Mail Voting Changes Ahead of Midterms
Federal judge allows Trump’s executive order on mail voting to proceed despite ongoing legal challenges before the 2026 midterms.
Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Editor Over Editorial Control Dispute
Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes editor and staff amid conflict over editorial independence and military-focused content shift.
Log Cabin Republicans End Transgender Advocacy to Focus on LGB Rights
The Log Cabin Republicans voted on August 20, 2026, to stop transgender advocacy, shifting legal and policy dynamics around LGBTQ rights.
Hawaii Supreme Court Weighs Tommy Waters’ Third Term Eligibility
Hawaii Supreme Court reviews if Tommy Waters can seek a third City Council term under Honolulu's two-term limit, shaping election law clarity.
Instagram Head Says No Single Fix for Teen Safety on Platform
Instagram's chief testifies that teen safety lacks a single solution amid legal scrutiny; whistleblower claims challenge Meta's priorities and safety tools.
Ninth Circuit Upholds Block on Trump-Era Federal Grant Conditions
On Aug. 25, 2026, Ninth Circuit upheld injunction barring certain Trump-era federal grant conditions, protecting local government funding rules.
Federal Court Voids DEI Grant Conditions on HHS and HUD Funding
A federal court vacated DEI compliance requirements tied to HHS and HUD grants, impacting nonprofit funding rules nationwide.
DOJ Sues Ohio Court to Block Warrant Requirement for Courthouse Immigration Arrests
DOJ filed suit against Ohio court rule requiring warrants for courthouse immigration arrests, intensifying federal vs. local enforcement clash.
Federal Judge Blocks Ohio's Proof-of-Citizenship Voter Rule
A federal judge halts Ohio's proof-of-citizenship voter registration requirement, citing conflict with federal law ahead of midterms.
Brazil fines TikTok $30M for mishandling child data
Brazil's data regulator fines TikTok $30 million for alleged violations in handling minors' data, highlighting rising global social media enforcement.
DHS Proposes $103K Fee for All H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions
DHS proposes a sweeping $103,265 fee on all H-1B cap-subject petitions, reshaping immigration filing costs and strategies.
FBI Offers $25K Minimum Rewards for 50+ Unsolved Native American Cases
FBI launches Voices Not Forgotten initiative with $25K minimum rewards for over 50 unsolved Native American cases to improve justice access.