Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Secret Service Sees 40% Rise in Threats Before Correspondents' Dinner
The Secret Service reports a 40% increase in threats ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, raising complex legal and operational challenges.
Two Orange County Mexican Mafia Associates Convicted of Murder
Ysrael Cordova and Ricardo Valenzuela convicted for murder tied to Mexican Mafia gang crackdown in Southern California.
House leaders back ban on sexual relations between lawmakers and all staffers
House leaders push to ban sexual relationships between lawmakers and all Capitol Hill staffers, signaling tighter ethics rules and compliance impacts.
Andy Biggs Wins Arizona GOP Primary, Will Challenge Gov. Hobbs
Andy Biggs won Arizona's GOP governor primary with 73.4% of the vote, setting up a key 2026 race against incumbent Katie Hobbs with potential legal and regulatory impacts.
Vermont AG Files Petition Against Kraft Heinz for Ultra-Processed Food Claims
Vermont AG served multiple CIDs and filed a petition against Kraft Heinz over labeling claims of ultra-processed foods, signaling increased regulatory enforcement.
EU Court Expands Platform Liability for Partnered YouTube Content
The EU Court rules platforms like YouTube can be liable for content from commercial partners, reshaping intermediary liability and freedom of expression.
Fired U.S. Attorney Sues to Overturn Morrison v. Olson Protections
Roger Rogoff, dismissed after 54 minutes as U.S. Attorney, sues Trump administration challenging Morrison v. Olson precedent on federal prosecutor protections.
SCOTUS Strikes Down Federal Limits on Party Coordinated Spending
SCOTUS invalidates federal caps on coordinated political party spending, reshaping campaign finance law and impacting state regulations.
PA Supreme Court: Game Wardens Need Warrants to Enter Posted Land
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court unanimously ruled that game wardens must get warrants before entering posted private land, overturning a 2007 precedent.
Washington Judge Orders Shutdown of Kalshi Prediction Market
A Washington court halts Kalshi's operations citing violations of state gambling and consumer laws, signaling rising legal conflicts over prediction markets.
Indiana Ends Diversity Policy for Government Contracts
Indiana rescinds race- and sex-based preferences in state contracts, shifting to merit-based awards and sparking legal debate.
Judge Tosses DOJ Suit Challenging Minnesota Sanctuary Policies
A federal judge dismissed the DOJ lawsuit against Minnesota sanctuary city policies, affirming local autonomy against federal immigration enforcement demands.
One Held After Arson at NYC ICE Facility Cancels Naturalization Ceremony
One suspect arrested after arson outside NYC ICE facility injures three and cancels naturalization ceremony, FBI investigates motives in politically charged attack.
NJ Court Rejects RNC’s Request for Expanded Voter Data Access
New Jersey court bars RNC from accessing expanded voter rolls, clarifying limits on political parties’ data requests under OPRA.
Mahmoud Khalil Sues for $20M Over ICE Detention and Political Targeting
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil files $20M federal lawsuit alleging wrongful ICE detention and conspiracies with pro-Israel groups.
Ebola Deaths Pass 930 in Congo as Strikes and Attacks Disrupt Response
Ebola deaths in DRC surpass 930 amid healthcare worker strikes and attacks on response teams, raising legal and compliance challenges.
Federal Court Lets Defamation Suit Against NYC Officials Move Forward
A federal court denied dismissal of a defamation lawsuit by nonprofit leader Tamika Smith against NYC officials, highlighting municipal liability standards.
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power, Overrules Humphrey's Executor
Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Trump v. Slaughter overturns 1935 precedent, boosting presidential removal power over FTC commissioners and reshaping administrative law.
FBI reportedly told to stop investigating ICE confrontations, agencies deny
Reports say FBI was instructed to halt probes into ICE incidents, but DOJ and DHS deny policy change amid scrutiny of ICE enforcement.
Redi-Bag USA Pays $7.3M for Customs Fraud on Country of Origin
Redi-Bag USA settles for $7.3M over misrepresenting Chinese goods' origin, highlighting DOJ's crackdown on trade compliance.