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Epstein Survivors Criticize DOJ Nominee Blanche’s Meeting as Disappointing
Epstein survivors criticize DOJ nominee Todd Blanche's July 16 meeting as dismissive and politically driven, raising stakes for his confirmation.
True the Vote Unveils New Election Fraud Film After Past Court Losses
True the Vote and Pastor Lorenzo Sewell release 'Trap,' continuing debunked 2020 election fraud claims dismissed by courts and experts.
Stanford JD Candidates Unveil New Research on Birthright Citizenship Origins
Stanford JD candidates presented fresh research on birthright citizenship's legal origins, enriching constitutional and immigration law debates.
San Francisco Orders Apple, Google to Remove AI ‘Nudify’ Apps
San Francisco demands Apple and Google remove 13 AI-powered 'nudify' apps exploiting women and girls, highlighting legal risks for AI app makers.
Investigation Targets White House Teleprompter Operator for Insider Trading
Federal regulators investigate a White House teleprompter operator for insider trading using Kalshi prediction market trades on Trump speeches.
Trump Renewed Claims of Chinese Election Meddling, Pushes Voter ID Law
Trump alleges China hacked 220M voter files in 2020 election, pressing Congress on voter ID despite legal setbacks.
DOJ Sues Maryland Over In-State Tuition for Undocumented Immigrants
The DOJ challenges Maryland's in-state tuition laws for undocumented immigrants, continuing federal lawsuits targeting similar state policies.
FWS Misses Deadlines to Protect Five Imperiled Great Basin Species
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service missed mandated deadlines to assess endangered freshwater species in the Great Basin, raising concerns over ESA compliance.
FERC Directs NERC to Develop Data Center Power Reliability Standards
FERC orders NERC to create specific power grid reliability standards for data centers, impacting legal compliance for operators and counsel.
Chase Griffin Gets 9 Years for $2.8M Bank Fraud Scheme Promoted on Instagram
Chase Griffin sentenced to 9 years in federal prison for a $2.8M bank fraud scheme using Instagram to recruit accomplices and promote crimes.
Ropes & Gray Ends World Cup–Style AI Contest for Junior Lawyers
Ropes & Gray concluded a unique AI competition pairing summer and first-year associates, advancing legal tech skills in BigLaw talent development.
Legal Teams Drive 19.5% of Enterprise AI Use, Heightening GC Governance Role
Legal departments lead enterprise AI adoption with 19.5% of usage, pushing GCs to strengthen oversight and policies for risk management.
Delaware Updates Banking, Money Transmission, and Stablecoin Laws
Delaware enacts major updates to banking, money transmission, and stablecoin laws, modernizing its financial regulatory framework for fintech and banks.
New Mexico Tightens Rules on Oil Well Cleanup and Financial Assurance
New Mexico enacts rules requiring oil operators to provide up to $150K per inactive well for cleanup, addressing environmental and financial risks.
Italian Court Convicts 32 Over 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse
An Italian court convicted 32 individuals for the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse, highlighting legal accountability in infrastructure safety and corporate compliance.
EU Top Court Allows Spain's Catalan Amnesty Law to Stand
The CJEU ruled Spain's 2024 Catalan amnesty law complies with EU law, allowing related cases to proceed in Spanish courts.
9th Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Border Cash Rule Targeting Cartel Funds
The 9th Circuit blocks FinCEN's Geographic Targeting Order, disrupting US anti-cartel financial enforcement at the Mexico border.
New York Bans Big AI Data Centers but Uses AI to Review State Rules
NY Governor Hochul imposes 1-year moratorium on large AI data centers while deploying AI to overhaul state regulations, balancing innovation with environmental concerns.
Most Law Firms Use AI, But Few Have Policies or Training Ready
69% of legal pros use AI, yet only 9% of firms enforce AI use policies, with data security and trust as top barriers.
ICE to Equip All Field Offices With Body Cameras Within 60 Days
DHS confirms all ICE field offices will have body cameras within 60 days, increasing oversight amid recent fatal shootings.