Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Experts Link Social Media to Historical Moral Panics
Experts draw parallels between social media concerns and historical moral panics, impacting freedom of speech and legal perspectives.
DHS Nominee Mullin Pledges Judicial Warrants for Home Entries
Markwayne Mullin promises judicial warrants for home entries, marking policy shift in DHS oversight from administrative warrants.
Trump's EO Limits DEI Practices for Federal Contractors
Trump issues EO limiting DEI practices in federal contracts, impacting compliance and legal risks.
Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill Against Retail Theft
The Senate's bipartisan bill targets organized retail crime, crucial for legal practices adjusting to enforcement changes.
NJ APNs Gain Independence with 2026 Law Effective March 30
A new law effective March 30, 2026, allows New Jersey APNs to practice independently, impacting healthcare accessibility and legal compliance.
FinCEN Proposes $300M Whistleblower Rewards
FinCEN aims to combat money laundering by proposing a $300M reward for whistleblowers. Legal teams should prepare for enhanced compliance demands.
EU Ministers Push for Justice in Ukraine War Crimes
Twelve EU ministers visit Ukraine to reinforce actions against alleged war crimes, impacting future legal practices and EU-Ukraine relations.
SCOTUS Ruling Limits Executive Power on Universal Injunctions
The latest SCOTUS decision curtailed executive power over universal injunctions, affecting legal strategies in cases involving federal executive orders.
Illinois Enacts Fines for Credit Card Fees on Tips, Taxes
Illinois implements penalties on credit card fees applied to taxes and gratuities, affecting GCs and businesses by July 1, 2026.
FTC Intensifies Healthcare Antitrust Scrutiny with New Task Force
FTC's new Healthcare Task Force targets antitrust issues beyond mergers, affecting legal compliance in healthcare.
Boeing Victims Challenge DOJ's Deferred Prosecution in Fifth Circuit
Boeing 737 MAX victims' families challenge DOJ's DPA in Fifth Circuit, impacting victims' rights and legal strategies in future corporate cases.
EU Resists US on Digital Regulations for Sovereignty
The EU stands firm on digital regulations, impacting global compliance strategies amid US pressure.
Texas PUC's New Proposed Regulatory Changes for Large Load Interconnections
Texas PUC introduces new rules for large load interconnections, impacting developer incentives and law firms' legal strategies.
Remote Worker Challenges Illinois Over Taxing Rights
A California remote worker, Jeffrey Somers, challenges Illinois over its taxing authority, which could influence multistate tax compliance and policies.
New Order Enforces DEI Compliance for Federal Contractors
Federal contractors face new DEI compliance mandates, potentially impacting legal and operational practices.
EU Plans 'EU Inc.' to Ease Cross-Border Company Formation
EU's 'EU Inc.' aims to streamline company formation across its 27 member states, impacting legal compliance and efficiency for General Counsels.
Family Sues San Diego County Over Inmate Death
The family of Dominique McCoy sues San Diego County for wrongful death, potentially impacting jail management policies.
Judges Debate Faith's Influence on Legal Interpretation
Judges Kacsmaryk and Ho discuss the impact of personal faith on judicial reasoning, emphasizing implications for religious liberties and legal practice.
Iran's Cluster Munition Use in Israel: Legal Ramifications
HRW reports Iran's cluster munitions attacks in Israel, raising issues under international law.
EU Can Exclude Chinese Tech Without Payout, Says Advocate-General
CJEU Advocate-General rules EU can exclude Huawei without compensation. Impacts telecom investments.