Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
New Bill Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs at $5,000 for Traditional Medicare
The Medicare Cost Cap Act limits annual out-of-pocket expenses for traditional Medicare beneficiaries to $5,000, easing financial burdens for millions.
State Dept’s Pay.gov switch delays visa fee payments, blocks issuance
The State Department’s shift to Pay.gov disrupts U.S. visa fee payments and processing, causing delays and verification issues for applicants and corporate counsel.
Supreme Court Expands Trump’s Power to Fire Agency Heads, Except Fed Officials
Supreme Court overturns key precedent letting Trump remove independent agency heads except Federal Reserve governors, reshaping federal governance and compliance.
Supreme Court Upholds Laws Counting Late-Arriving Mail-In Ballots
The Supreme Court rules 5-4 that states can count mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day if received within a grace period, affecting 14 states ahead of 2026 midterms.
Supreme Court Rules on Green Card Holders' Rights in Blanche v. Lau
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 allowing border officers to treat LPRs with pending charges as applicants for admission, reshaping immigration law.
Federal DEI Rule Now Covers Leases, Concessions Starting 2026
The FAR clause implementing Executive Order 14398 now extends to leases and concessions, requiring legal teams to review compliance policies by 2026.
Paul Ebert, Virginia’s Longest-Serving Prosecutor, Dies June 23 at 88
Paul Ebert, Prince William County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney for 52 years, died June 23, 2026, known for high-profile cases and ethical controversies.
John Bolton Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Retention of Classified Info
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton pleads guilty to unlawfully retaining classified information, settling DOJ espionage charges and facing sentencing.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association Calls to Expand Assisted Dying to Mental Illness
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association urges Parliament to allow medical assistance in dying for patients with mental illness as sole condition, challenging current exclusions and sparking debate...
Texas Requires Bible Stories in Public Schools Starting 2030
Texas Board of Education mandates Bible stories in K-12 reading lists from 2030, raising legal debates over church-state separation in education.
California's $310B 2026-27 Budget Cuts Deficit, Boosts Legal-Linked Programs
California's 2026-27 budget reduces deficit by $1.8B, funds education, legal compliance, and disaster recovery, impacting corporate and public interest law.
Congress Nears Vote on KIDS Act Mandating Online Age Verification
Congress prepares to vote on the KIDS Act, which mandates federal age verification standards for online services to protect minors’ safety and privacy.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Era Immigration Courthouse Arrests
A federal judge vacated Trump-era policies that allowed expanded immigration arrests at courthouses, restoring prior limits nationwide.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Immigration Rules in 6-3 Ruling
On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold Trump-era immigration policies on asylum and Temporary Protected Status, affecting legal practice.
Courts Block Trump’s Federal Voter Fraud Moves Ahead of 2026 Election
Federal courts have blocked key Trump-era voter fraud efforts, limiting federal voter data access and enforcement rules before the 2026 midterms.
Judge Orders DOJ to Clarify Epstein Files Redactions by July 2
Judge Sullivan mandates the DOJ to justify or lift redactions on key Epstein case files, impacting legal transparency and privilege claims.
19 States Sue to Block Trump Order Banning DEI Clauses in Federal Contracts
Nineteen states and DC sue to block executive order banning DEI clauses in federal contracts, raising compliance risks for contractors nationwide.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Policies Limiting Asylum Seekers at Border
Supreme Court rules 6-3 to end TPS protections for Haitians and Syrians and restrict asylum applications to those physically inside the US, impacting immigration enforcement and legal rights.
Judge Quashes DOJ Subpoenas Against Minnesota Officials Citing Tenth Amendment
Federal judge blocks DOJ grand jury subpoenas targeting Minnesota officials, affirming limits on federal pressure in immigration enforcement disputes.
California Court Orders Rady Children’s to Keep Gender-Affirming Care
California court rules that Rady Children’s Hospital must continue gender-affirming care for minors amid lawsuits challenging its decision to stop such treatments.