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Florida Court Dismisses Trump Media's $3.8B Defamation Suit Against Washington Post
A Florida federal judge grants summary judgment to The Washington Post, dismissing Trump Media's $3.8 billion defamation suit over a corrected article.
Federal Court Approves $70M Drug Price Inflation Settlements
Federal court approves two $70 million settlements resolving antitrust claims on generic drug price inflation by Glenmark, Greenstone, and Pfizer.
Judge Blocks South Dakota Ban on Abortion Information Ads
A federal judge halts South Dakota's law banning abortion pill ad info, safeguarding First Amendment rights amid state abortion restrictions.
Federal Court Allows Environmental Justice Lawsuits Against Air Quality Districts
A federal judge ruled that air quality districts can face Clean Air Act lawsuits for failing to protect low-income communities, expanding environmental legal risks.
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.
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.
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.
Pro Se Litigant Fuels Surge in California Privacy Lawsuits Over Web Analytics
Vivek Shah has filed over 1,000 CIPA lawsuits alleging unlawful use of web analytics in California, raising legal challenges for businesses.
US Sets 25% Tariffs on Brazilian Imports From July 22, 2026
The US will impose 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports starting July 22, 2026, following a Section 301 probe into Brazil's trade practices.
EU Court Rules YouTube May Lose Liability Shield Over Gambling Content
The EU's top court ruled YouTube can be liable for gambling videos by partnered creators, challenging Google’s liability protections.
Judge Orders ASU to Reveal Witness Names in Campus Protest Case
Federal judge orders Arizona State University to disclose witness identities in a First Amendment lawsuit over pro-Palestinian protest suspensions, raising campus free speech issues.
Judge Likely to Approve Class Action Against Meta Over Hacked Facebook Accounts
A federal judge may allow a class action against Meta alleging it blocked users from recovering hacked Facebook accounts to profit from data.
Kevin O’Leary and Fox News Face Defamation Lawsuit Over China Claims
Four plaintiffs file defamation suit against Kevin O’Leary and Fox News over false China connection allegations tied to Utah project.
Ex-captain pleads guilty to drugging and raping US Merchant Marine cadet
Former US Merchant Marine Academy captain pleads guilty to drugging and raping a cadet during 2019 Sea Year voyage, with sentencing set for December 2026.
Minnesota Sues Feds Over Withheld Evidence in 2026 ICE Shooting Cases
Minnesota sued the federal government in March 2026 over withheld evidence from two fatal ICE-related shootings during Operation Metro Surge.
California Judge Blocks 'Truth in Recycling' Law Enforcement
A federal judge halted California's SB 343 enforcement, delaying packaging recyclability claims amid constitutional challenges.
Abbott Employees Sue Over Higher Costs for Same Health Coverage
Abbott Laboratories faces a class-action lawsuit by employees alleging unfair charges for identical health plans, raising legal concerns on benefit administration.