Government & Policy
DOJ leadership, attorney general actions, executive orders, legislation, and public policy directly affecting the legal system
2026 Judicature Study Links Jury Service to Higher Court Trust
A 2026 Judicature study finds jury service boosts public trust in courts amid declining confidence and fewer trials.
Federal court invalidates 1M+ acres of oil leases over sage grouse protections
A federal judge ruled that the BLM ignored sage grouse habitat protections in approving oil leases spanning over 1 million acres across the Great Plains.
Big 12 Conference Files Federal Lawsuit After Judge Allows Sorsby to Play
Big 12 Conference sues Texas Tech and Texas AG after a Texas judge permits QB Brendan Sorsby to play despite NCAA's permanent ban over gambling violations.
DOJ's OLC Challenges EEOC's Disparate-Impact Guidelines as Unconstitutional
The DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel issues an opinion narrowing EEOC's disparate-impact enforcement, reshaping employer risks under civil rights laws.
Judge Orders Restoration of Diversity Displays in U.S. National Parks
Federal judge mandates reversal of Trump-era removals of educational exhibits in national parks, ensuring fuller historical representation.
EU Opens First Negotiation Chapter with Ukraine Amid War
Ukraine has begun formal EU membership talks, marking key legal and geopolitical shifts amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
DOJ Investigates Calif. Gov. Newsom, Raising Political and Legal Stakes
DOJ confirms investigation into California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, spotlighting legal challenges amid political tensions with Trump.
Trump Conditions FISA Section 702 Renewal on Voting Reform Bill Passage
Trump links renewal of Section 702 FISA surveillance powers to passage of a voting reform bill, complicating legislative prospects and legal compliance.
UK to Ban Under-16s from High-Risk Social Media Features
The UK plans new online safety reforms restricting under-16s from risky social media features like livestreams and AI chatbots.
Lebanese Army Withdraws From Wazzani After Israeli Troop Advance Nearby
Lebanese army withdrew from Wazzani village near Israel after an Israeli military advance on June 13, raising border tensions and legal concerns.
ICE Agents Obtain Voter Files Directly from Two Texas Counties
ICE Homeland Security investigators requested individual voter files from local Texas elections officials, raising privacy and legal concerns.
BC Supreme Court Says Victoria Can Enact Bylaws to Remove Encampments
BC Supreme Court upholds Victoria's authority to ban camping in city parks, allowing constitutional challenges to proceed.
Section 702 Expiration Ends NSA, FBI Warrantless Surveillance Powers
Section 702 of FISA expired June 12, ending key warrantless surveillance authorities and raising compliance challenges for legal professionals.
June 2026: US Restricts Foreign Access to Anthropic’s AI Models
In June 2026, the US imposed export controls on Anthropic’s Mythos 5 and Fable 5, affecting foreign use and legal compliance in AI.
Canada Supreme Court: NB's lieutenant-governor must be bilingual
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that New Brunswick's lieutenant-governor must be bilingual, affirming constitutional language rights and official bilingualism.
California Sues Shasta County Over Measure B Election Rules
California sued Shasta County over Measure B, which imposes strict voter ID and ballot counting rules conflicting with state law.
Judge Denies Stay Motion, Orders Kennedy Center to Remove Trump’s Name
Judge Christopher Cooper denies stay motion, orders Kennedy Center to remove Donald Trump’s name by June 12, reaffirming legal limits on institutional naming.
WHO Alerts Ebola Spread in NE Congo as Contact Tracing Hits 70%
WHO warns of Ebola outbreak in northeastern DR Congo with 70% contact tracing amid conflict; legal and policy challenges affect response efforts.
Kenya Law Society Sues Govt for Contempt Over Undisclosed SGR Contracts
Kenya Law Society files contempt suit against government for ignoring court order to disclose Standard Gauge Railway contracts, underscoring compliance risks.
UK Protesters Demand End to Palantir NHS Contract Over Privacy
UK protests at healthcare event oppose Palantir's £330M NHS contract amid privacy, human rights concerns.