All articles tagged with #court ruling
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Politico
A judge blocked Trump's attempt to freeze a $10 billion welfare fund, ruling that the administration overstepped its authority by trying to withhold funds already appropriated by Congress, amid allegations of fraud and waste in welfare programs.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by BBC
Wyoming's top court has struck down laws that nearly banned abortion, affirming a woman's right to make healthcare decisions, including abortion, citing the state's constitution. The decision invalidates laws banning abortion in most cases and the use of abortion pills, despite opposition from Republican leaders who seek to enshrine bans through a constitutional amendment.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by The Guardian
A US appeals court ruled that California's ban on openly carrying firearms in most areas is unconstitutional, citing the Second Amendment and historical practices of open carry, partially reversing a previous lower court decision and highlighting ongoing legal debates over gun restrictions.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by CNN
A US appeals court ruled that California's ban on openly carrying firearms in most areas is unconstitutional, citing the Second Amendment and historical practices of open carry, partially reversing a previous lower court decision.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A federal appeals court in California ruled that the state's ban on open carry of firearms in most urban areas is unconstitutional, citing the 2nd Amendment and historical gun rights, while upholding the permit process for open carry.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by NBC News
A U.S. appeals court ruled that California's ban on openly carrying firearms in most areas is unconstitutional, citing the Second Amendment and historical practices of open carry, partially reversing a lower court decision and highlighting ongoing legal debates over gun rights.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Santa Barbara Independent
A Ninth Circuit Court rejected an emergency appeal by environmental groups to block Sable Offshore's restart permit for oil pipelines, with the legal dispute ongoing and the company potentially resuming operations amid federal and state regulatory conflicts, amid broader debates over energy policy and environmental concerns.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Guardian
A US appeals court allowed the Trump administration to end Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in 22 states, amid ongoing legal battles over the legality of the provision that restricts reimbursements for organizations providing reproductive health services, potentially leading to the closure of many clinics and reduced access to care.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by BBC
A judge ruled that plugging in a microwave does not convert a hotel room into a self-contained flat, upholding the council's decision that the St George Hotel's rooms are not flats but rather rooms in an HMO, setting a legal precedent for housing standards enforcement.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC News
A federal judge blocked the White House's attempt to stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, ensuring its employees continue to be paid, despite legal arguments that the Fed's current losses mean the bureau has no funds. The case centers on whether the White House can effectively shut down the CFPB by halting its funding, with the judge ruling that the agency must continue to receive funds from the Federal Reserve.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by AP News
A federal court blocked the White House's attempt to defund the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau by arguing that the agency must continue to receive funding from the Federal Reserve, despite the Fed operating at a loss, preventing potential layoffs and shutdown of the bureau.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by The Guardian
A US federal judge blocked the Trump administration's plan to end temporary protected status for South Sudanese migrants, citing unlawful action and ongoing humanitarian crises in South Sudan. The ruling prevents the expiration of TPS for about 232 South Sudanese nationals and highlights ongoing legal challenges to the termination of protections for various countries.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by NBC News
A California federal judge allowed the federal government to share basic Medicaid participant information with ICE, but blocked sharing of more sensitive data, citing unclear policies and privacy concerns. The ruling permits sharing of minimal data like citizenship, location, and contact info, while safeguarding more detailed health data, amid ongoing legal disputes over immigration enforcement and data privacy.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by CNN
A group of Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador are challenging their deportation in US courts following a judge's ruling that their expulsion violated due process rights, demanding a fair hearing and compliance from US and El Salvador authorities.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by The Guardian
A US judge has temporarily blocked the deportation of British anti-disinformation campaigner Imran Ahmed, who is targeted by the US government along with other Europeans accused of pressuring tech firms to censor American viewpoints, amid concerns over free speech and political motives.