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California's Mask Ban for Federal Agents Faces Legal Challenges
California has enacted a law banning law enforcement officers from covering their faces, with exceptions, aiming to curb anonymous federal agents involved in immigration raids. The Trump administration is suing to block the law, citing federal supremacy and safety concerns for agents. Legal experts suggest the law may face significant challenges in court due to longstanding federal immunity principles and constitutional considerations.
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Lakeland Native Among Florida Supreme Court Nominees
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Jared Smith, a former Tampa judge ousted in 2022, did not make the final list for the Florida Supreme Court vacancy, which was filled with candidates sharing conservative judicial philosophies like originalism and textualism, reflecting Governor DeSantis's influence on the court's ideological shift.
Ohio Judge Temporarily Blocks $600M Unclaimed Funds Transfer to Browns Stadium
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Cleveland.com
A lawsuit in Ohio alleges corruption in the allocation of $600 million in unclaimed funds for Browns stadium, accusing lawmakers of favoritism towards Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam, who are also involved in political donations and a controversial anti-gerrymandering campaign. A judge has temporarily halted the transfer of funds amid legal challenges claiming the process violates property rights and due process.
Senators Demand DOJ Audit Amid Rising Epstein Files and Trump-Related Revelations
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNBC
The DOJ has uncovered over a million additional documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, delaying their public release and prompting criticism from lawmakers who accuse the agency of withholding information and violating transparency laws, amid ongoing investigations and political controversy.
Supreme Court Limits Trump’s National Guard Deployment
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNN
The Supreme Court blocked President Trump from deploying the National Guard into cities, raising questions about his potential use of the Insurrection Act to deploy the military domestically, a move that remains legally and politically complex and controversial.
Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Attempt to Deploy National Guard in Chicago
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Axios
The Supreme Court declined to allow President Trump to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, upholding a lower court order that temporarily barred such action, marking a setback for Trump's immigration and law enforcement policies amid ongoing legal challenges and opposition from Illinois officials.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Chicago
Originally Published 19 days ago — by The Texas Tribune
The U.S. Supreme Court denied the Trump administration's request to pause a ruling that prevents the deployment of Texas National Guard troops in Illinois, marking a legal setback for the administration's efforts to mobilize troops in the state amid political disagreements.
Texas Officials Defend Anti-Terror Measures Amid Controversy
Originally Published 19 days ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton argues that Governor Abbott’s designation of CAIR as a foreign terrorist organization does not apply to its local Texas chapters, claiming the proclamation targets only the national group and that the local chapters cannot sue due to lack of legal action and sovereign immunity.
Justice Department challenges D.C.'s restrictive gun laws
Originally Published 20 days ago — by BBC
The Justice Department has sued Washington, DC, over its law banning the registration of semi-automatic guns like the AR-15, claiming it violates the Second Amendment. The lawsuit highlights ongoing tensions between federal and local authorities regarding gun rights and regulations, especially amid recent shootings and increased federal presence in the city.
Justice Department Appeals Dismissals of Comey and James Cases
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Axios
The DOJ is appealing a judge's decision to dismiss cases against James Comey and Letitia James due to their appointments being deemed unlawful, highlighting ongoing legal and political conflicts within the department and efforts to continue prosecuting these figures despite judicial setbacks.
Justice Department Reposts Trump Photo from Epstein Files
Originally Published 21 days ago — by The Guardian
The US Justice Department restored a photo featuring Donald Trump from Epstein files after determining it posed no risk to victims, amid controversy over initial removal and concerns about transparency and victim protection in the release of investigative files related to Jeffrey Epstein.