Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
Feds Denied Access to Michigan’s Sensitive Voter Data Over Privacy Concerns
Michigan refuses DOJ demand for unredacted voter records including SSNs and driver’s license numbers, raising key privacy and election law issues.
Kalshi Sues Illinois Over 15% Tax on Prediction Markets Revenue
Kalshi challenges Illinois' new 15% tax on sports prediction markets, citing federal regulatory preemption and supremacy clause conflicts.
Kenya Detains Taiwanese Delegates, Sparking Diplomatic Dispute
Kenya detains two Taiwanese delegates for over 20 hours before Ocean Conference, straining diplomatic ties amid China-Taiwan tensions.
South Korean Church Leader Arrested for Coercing Votes in Party Primaries
Lee Man-hee arrested for coercing followers to illicitly join a political party, raising electoral and corruption law issues in South Korea.
California May Repeal Jungle Primary After 2026 Election Questions
California considers repealing the jungle primary system after 2026 election raised concerns about candidate exclusion and political representation.
Mass. Judge Permanently Blocks Trump’s 2025 Election Overhaul
A Massachusetts judge blocked Trump’s 2025 executive order on voting rules, reaffirming state control and shaping legal compliance risks.
Supreme Court Denies Review of Judge Pauline Newman Suspension
Supreme Court refuses to hear appeal by Judge Pauline Newman on her 2023 suspension, raising questions about judicial oversight and judges' rights.
D.C. Circuit Upholds Trump’s Expedited Removal Policy Expansion
D.C. Circuit court upholds Trump-era expedited removal policy nationwide, preserving fast-track deportations without judicial hearings.
Senate Panel Advances Contractor Cyber Ops Pilot in 2027 NDAA
The Senate Armed Services Committee advances provision letting contractors conduct cyber operations under US Cyber Command, reshaping defense strategy.
Trump Delays Bipartisan Housing Bill Signing Pending Voting Legislation
President Trump postponed signing the bipartisan housing bill on June 24, 2026, tying approval to the unrelated SAVE America Act, complicating legal and regulatory progress.
Trial Starts for Uber Driver Charged in Deadly 2025 Palisades Fire
Jury trial begins for Jonathan Rinderknecht charged with starting the 2025 Palisades Fire that killed 12 and caused massive damage.
Former Colorado DNA Analyst Pleads Guilty to Felony Charges
Yvonne Woods, ex-Colorado forensic analyst, admits to falsifying DNA data, impacting decades of cases and prompting costly reforms.
23 State AGs, Former Judges Contest Trump's IRS Settlement
A coalition of 23 state attorneys general and former judges challenges the legitimacy of President Trump's 2026 IRS settlement, escalating legal scrutiny.
Judge Rules Trump-Era SAVE Voter Database Violated Privacy Laws
Federal judge finds the Trump administration's SAVE voter database unlawful for privacy violations, raising compliance issues for election data management.
SCOTUS Remands Kelo-Related Case Over Home Seizure Compensation
On June 23, 2026, the Supreme Court remanded a key eminent domain compensation case, impacting property rights and takings law.
Kenya halts US-backed Ebola facility after deadly protests
Kenya suspends construction of a US-funded Ebola center after protests turned deadly, highlighting legal and diplomatic challenges in global health projects.
S. Korea’s Ex-Justice Minister Gets 25 Years for 2024 Martial Law Role
South Korea sentences former Justice Minister Park Sung-jae to 25 years for insurrection linked to 2024 martial law attempt amid political crisis.
As You Sow Sues to Force EEOC to Resume EEO-1 Data Collection
As You Sow files FOIA lawsuit demanding EEOC continue collecting detailed workforce demographic data vital for enforcing equal employment laws.
Environmental Group Sues for Transparency on AI Role in Herbicide Order
The Center for Biological Diversity sues the federal government for records on AI's involvement in a controversial herbicide policy, highlighting regulatory accountability.
Federal Judge Dismisses Trump Suit Against LA Sanctuary City Ordinance
On June 23, 2026, a federal judge dismissed the Trump administration lawsuit challenging LA's sanctuary city ordinance, affirming local control over immigration enforcement.