Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Texas Gov. Abbott Orders Review of Muslim Washing Stations at Airports
Texas Gov. Abbott orders a review of Islamic ablution stations at Dallas and Houston airports, raising legal questions on religious freedom and government funding.
Ex-Cop Testifies Duane Davis Admitted Role in Tupac Murder Trial
Ex-police officer testifies that Duane Davis admitted involvement in Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder case now on trial in Las Vegas.
Court Blocks ATF Ghost Gun Rules Against Defense Distributed
Federal court bars enforcement of ATF ghost gun regulations, allowing Defense Distributed to distribute parts and kits for 3D-printed firearms.
Federal Judge Orders New Environmental Review of Utah Coal Mine
A federal judge mandates a new environmental review for Utah coal mine expansion, citing flaws in greenhouse gas analysis, impacting compliance standards.
Florida GOP Challenges Census Data in Supreme Court Over Redistricting
Florida Republicans filed a Supreme Court challenge to the 2020 Census data contesting Florida's congressional apportionment and redistricting maps.
France’s top court blocks social media ban for under-15s
France's Constitutional Council overturns under-15 social media ban, raising key legal debates on minors' digital rights in the EU.
Supreme Court’s Emergency Docket Shapes Trump Policies and TPS Fate
The Supreme Court's emergency docket decisions impact Trump administration policies and uncertain futures for TPS holders, influencing immigration and litigation.
Trump Delays 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods for Three Days After Talks
U.S. delays 50% tariffs on $20B Canadian goods following talks; impacts trade law and cross-border business under Section 338 of the Tariff Act.
DOJ Investigates William & Mary for Possible Race-Based Scholarships
The DOJ is probing the College of William & Mary for potentially favoring minority students in scholarship policies, raising questions on affirmative action compliance.
Ninth Circuit Lets Social Media Addiction Lawsuits Against Meta, TikTok Proceed
Ninth Circuit rules tech platforms must face lengthy litigation before early dismissal under Section 230. Lawsuits include claims of addiction and youth harm.
Court Allows Epstein Survivors’ Suit Against DOJ to Proceed Despite Hurdles
A federal court lets 30+ Jeffrey Epstein survivors continue their lawsuit against DOJ over case mishandling and compliance with transparency law.
Glynn Simmons Sues Detective After Nearly 50 Years Wrongly Imprisoned
Glynn Simmons, exonerated after 48 years, sues detective for civil rights violations in wrongful conviction case.
Fifth Circuit Strikes Down DOE Appliance Efficiency Rule
The Fifth Circuit invalidates a Biden-era appliance efficiency rule citing procedural APA violations, affecting federal regulatory practices.
FBI: U.S. Violent Crime Fell 9.3% in 2025, Largest Drop Since 1937
The FBI reports a 9.3% drop in U.S. violent crime in 2025, the biggest decline in nearly 90 years, impacting legal strategies and criminal justice policy.
10th Circuit Questions Burden of Proving Native Status in Tribal Crime Cases
10th Circuit overturns convictions due to government's failure to prove non-Indian status, impacting tribal land crime jurisdiction and legal strategies.
House Ethics Committee Investigates Rep. Jimmy Gomez for Misconduct
The House Ethics Committee has launched a formal probe into Rep. Jimmy Gomez over sexual misconduct allegations, spotlighting ethics enforcement in Congress.
Federal Judge Blocks DOJ Request for Minnesota Voter Data
A federal judge blocked the DOJ's attempt to obtain Minnesota voter data, marking another legal defeat amid national disputes over voting privacy and jurisdiction.
Federal Court Upholds DHS Authority to End Somali TPS Amid Lawsuits
Federal court upholds DHS discretion to terminate Somali Temporary Protected Status, affecting immigration law and humanitarian protections.
NC Governor Vetoes Bill Letting Chief Justice Suspend Judges Without Pay
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper vetoes bill that would allow chief justice to suspend elected trial judges without pay, citing judicial independence concerns.
Fifth Circuit Says Congress Controls Citizenship by Descent
In Guerra Quezada v. U.S., the Fifth Circuit affirms Congress's constitutional authority over citizenship by descent, impacting immigration law.