Trump Reportedly Preparing To Seize Control of the U.S. Postal ServiceTrump plans to dissolve USPS leadership and merge it with the Commerce Department, risking legal challenges and possible disruption to a 250-year-old institution.
States sue Trump administration over mass firings of federal employeesStates are suing the Trump administration over illegal mass firings of federal employees, arguing proper procedures were not followed.
Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, gun accessories used in 2017 massacreThe Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, citing the administration not following federal law in the decision.
Justice Department directs prosecutors to probe local efforts to obstruct immigration enforcementThe Justice Department directs investigations against state/local officials obstructing federal immigration enforcement under Trump's policies.
'King' Trump Kills Congestion Pricing: Can He Really Do This? (Not Legally!) - Streetsblog New York CityThe Trump administration's decision to withdraw approval for congestion pricing is based on questionable legal interpretations.There is significant legal precedent supporting the federal approval of congestion pricing.
TikTok Ban and Trump Executive Order Lead to Tech Company DilemmaAmazon complied with the TikTok ban by transferring technical support to Akamai, while other tech giants had varied responses to the law.
Trump Reportedly Preparing To Seize Control of the U.S. Postal ServiceTrump plans to dissolve USPS leadership and merge it with the Commerce Department, risking legal challenges and possible disruption to a 250-year-old institution.
States sue Trump administration over mass firings of federal employeesStates are suing the Trump administration over illegal mass firings of federal employees, arguing proper procedures were not followed.
Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, gun accessories used in 2017 massacreThe Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, citing the administration not following federal law in the decision.
Justice Department directs prosecutors to probe local efforts to obstruct immigration enforcementThe Justice Department directs investigations against state/local officials obstructing federal immigration enforcement under Trump's policies.
'King' Trump Kills Congestion Pricing: Can He Really Do This? (Not Legally!) - Streetsblog New York CityThe Trump administration's decision to withdraw approval for congestion pricing is based on questionable legal interpretations.There is significant legal precedent supporting the federal approval of congestion pricing.
TikTok Ban and Trump Executive Order Lead to Tech Company DilemmaAmazon complied with the TikTok ban by transferring technical support to Akamai, while other tech giants had varied responses to the law.
DOJ Targets States Allowing Trans Students in Women's SportsThe DOJ enforces federal law against state officials regarding transgender participation in women's sports.
Trump Administration Says Maine Broke Law by Allowing Transgender Athletes on TeamsMaine faces federal scrutiny for allowing transgender athletes on women's teams, following an executive order from the Trump administration.
Trump to sign executive order targeting transgender athletes in women's sports liveTrump's executive order aims to prevent transgender athletes from competing in women's sports by redefining Title IX enforcement.
Department of Education opens investigations over anti-trans executive orderThe Department of Education is investigating California and Minnesota's high school sports bodies for allowing trans women to compete in women's sports.
DOJ Targets States Allowing Trans Students in Women's SportsThe DOJ enforces federal law against state officials regarding transgender participation in women's sports.
Trump Administration Says Maine Broke Law by Allowing Transgender Athletes on TeamsMaine faces federal scrutiny for allowing transgender athletes on women's teams, following an executive order from the Trump administration.
Trump to sign executive order targeting transgender athletes in women's sports liveTrump's executive order aims to prevent transgender athletes from competing in women's sports by redefining Title IX enforcement.
Department of Education opens investigations over anti-trans executive orderThe Department of Education is investigating California and Minnesota's high school sports bodies for allowing trans women to compete in women's sports.
Brandon Johnson Counters Republican Attacks at Sanctuary City' HearingMayor Brandon Johnson insists Chicago's policies on immigration do not violate federal law and enhance public safety.
Rand Paul Warns the Mayor of Denver Could Be Removed from Office if He Blocks Trump's Mass DeportationsSenator Rand Paul believes Mayor Johnston could face removal for opposing federal law on deportations, labeling it a form of insurrection.
Brandon Johnson Counters Republican Attacks at Sanctuary City' HearingMayor Brandon Johnson insists Chicago's policies on immigration do not violate federal law and enhance public safety.
Rand Paul Warns the Mayor of Denver Could Be Removed from Office if He Blocks Trump's Mass DeportationsSenator Rand Paul believes Mayor Johnston could face removal for opposing federal law on deportations, labeling it a form of insurrection.
Judge Strikes Down DOGE-Led Memo Directing Mass Firing of Federal Employees: Illegal' and Must Be Rescinded'A federal judge ruled against OPM's memo on mass firings, stating it lacked authority over other agencies' hiring and firing decisions.
Judge rejects Fla. suit challenging higher ed accreditationThe court dismissed Florida's lawsuit against federal higher education accreditation, affirming the constitutionality of the accrediting system.
Judge Strikes Down DOGE-Led Memo Directing Mass Firing of Federal Employees: Illegal' and Must Be Rescinded'A federal judge ruled against OPM's memo on mass firings, stating it lacked authority over other agencies' hiring and firing decisions.
Judge rejects Fla. suit challenging higher ed accreditationThe court dismissed Florida's lawsuit against federal higher education accreditation, affirming the constitutionality of the accrediting system.
Tax Implications CannabisRescheduling cannabis could drastically reduce business tax burdens and enhance competitiveness against the black market.
GOP-led lawsuit that could dismantle disability protections draws public backlashA lawsuit by Republican AGs seeks to challenge disability protections, sparking deep concern among advocates and parents about broader implications.
In legal battle over emotional support parrots, woman wins $165,000The settlement reinforces legal protections for individuals with disabilities regarding their emotional support animals.
GOP-led lawsuit that could dismantle disability protections draws public backlashA lawsuit by Republican AGs seeks to challenge disability protections, sparking deep concern among advocates and parents about broader implications.
In legal battle over emotional support parrots, woman wins $165,000The settlement reinforces legal protections for individuals with disabilities regarding their emotional support animals.
What We Know About AG Bondi's Lawsuit Against New YorkU.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi files a lawsuit against New York, arguing its Driver's License Access and Privacy Act infringes on federal immigration control.
Pam Bondi Sues NY Dems For 'Prioritizing' Undocumented MigrantsThe U.S. Justice Department is suing New York and its leaders for favoring illegal aliens over American citizens.
What We Know About AG Bondi's Lawsuit Against New YorkU.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi files a lawsuit against New York, arguing its Driver's License Access and Privacy Act infringes on federal immigration control.
Pam Bondi Sues NY Dems For 'Prioritizing' Undocumented MigrantsThe U.S. Justice Department is suing New York and its leaders for favoring illegal aliens over American citizens.
California joins legal fight to stop NIH cuts that could be a blow to UC, CSU other universitiesCalifornia and 21 states are suing to reverse NIH funding cuts vital for medical research.Cuts threaten university research programs and are seen as a violation of federal law.
Judge orders HHS, CDC and FDA to restore deleted webpages with health informationU.S. judge orders restoration of health agency webpages removed under Trump's executive order, emphasizing the impact on public health treatments.
California joins legal fight to stop NIH cuts that could be a blow to UC, CSU other universitiesCalifornia and 21 states are suing to reverse NIH funding cuts vital for medical research.Cuts threaten university research programs and are seen as a violation of federal law.
Judge orders HHS, CDC and FDA to restore deleted webpages with health informationU.S. judge orders restoration of health agency webpages removed under Trump's executive order, emphasizing the impact on public health treatments.
ACLU Warns DOGE's 'Unchecked' Access Could Violate Federal LawThe ACLU warns that Elon Musk's DOGE has seized control over sensitive federal data, potentially violating federal laws and privacy rights.
Elon Musk's Super PAC Has Stopped Million Dollar Giveaways After DOJ Warns It Could Be Breaking the LawElon Musk's America PAC has suspended its $1 million giveaway to voters following a warning from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding potential legal violations.
Do Elon Musk and DOGE have power to close US government agencies?DOGE, led by Elon Musk, lacks legitimate authority to alter government spending approved by Congress.
ACLU Warns DOGE's 'Unchecked' Access Could Violate Federal LawThe ACLU warns that Elon Musk's DOGE has seized control over sensitive federal data, potentially violating federal laws and privacy rights.
Elon Musk's Super PAC Has Stopped Million Dollar Giveaways After DOJ Warns It Could Be Breaking the LawElon Musk's America PAC has suspended its $1 million giveaway to voters following a warning from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding potential legal violations.
Do Elon Musk and DOGE have power to close US government agencies?DOGE, led by Elon Musk, lacks legitimate authority to alter government spending approved by Congress.
Samsung's S25 Ultra and the end of the flagship phoneThe smartphone design has likely reached its peak with similar designs across flagship devices.Privacy concerns around Chinese apps highlight the parallel need for federal privacy regulations.
Iowa immigration law making illegal reentry a misdemeanor blocked by 8th CircuitThe 8th Circuit blocked Iowa's immigration law making illegal reentry a misdemeanor, affirming it conflicts with federal law.
Fearing encounters with ICE, tribal leaders offer guidance to their membersTribal leaders are advising members on their rights and the importance of carrying tribal identification due to heightened immigration enforcement.
Trump fires 17 independent watchdogs at US government agenciesTrump fired 17 independent watchdogs, eliminating oversight and raising concerns about potential corruption and compliance with federal law.
Widespread Massacre': Trump Fires 17 Inspectors General in Move That Appeared To Violate Federal Law'President Trump significantly fired inspectors general, potentially undermining governmental oversight and violating federal law.
Trump fires 17 independent watchdogs at US government agenciesTrump fired 17 independent watchdogs, eliminating oversight and raising concerns about potential corruption and compliance with federal law.
Widespread Massacre': Trump Fires 17 Inspectors General in Move That Appeared To Violate Federal Law'President Trump significantly fired inspectors general, potentially undermining governmental oversight and violating federal law.
US Supreme Court upholds federal law that bans TikTok DW 01/17/2025The US Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes TikTok's availability, with a potential ban effective immediately impacting millions of American users.
TikTok to 'go dark' in US unless government intervenes DW 01/18/2025The US Supreme Court ruled against TikTok's legal challenge, potentially leading to its ban under federal law, affecting 170 million users.
TikTok asks U.S. Supreme Court for emergency order to block upcoming ban | CBC NewsTikTok is seeking Supreme Court intervention to block a federal ban before a January deadline.
Tik Tok is under investigation by the FTC and could face a lawsuitFTC is investigating TikTok over data and security practices, potentially leading to a settlement or lawsuit.FTC looking into whether TikTok violated federal laws on unfair business practices and children's privacy protection.
US Supreme Court upholds federal law that bans TikTok DW 01/17/2025The US Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes TikTok's availability, with a potential ban effective immediately impacting millions of American users.
TikTok to 'go dark' in US unless government intervenes DW 01/18/2025The US Supreme Court ruled against TikTok's legal challenge, potentially leading to its ban under federal law, affecting 170 million users.
TikTok asks U.S. Supreme Court for emergency order to block upcoming ban | CBC NewsTikTok is seeking Supreme Court intervention to block a federal ban before a January deadline.
Tik Tok is under investigation by the FTC and could face a lawsuitFTC is investigating TikTok over data and security practices, potentially leading to a settlement or lawsuit.FTC looking into whether TikTok violated federal laws on unfair business practices and children's privacy protection.
HUD voucher recipient to lose benefits after disclosing marijuana useDespite legalization efforts for marijuana across many states, it remains a Schedule I drug at the federal level, positioning it as illegal federally.
Does Trump's felony conviction bar him from owning a gun? - PoynterTrump's felony convictions mean he can no longer possess guns under federal and state laws, but could be eligible for gun rights restoration under certain conditions.
Judge Cannon Is Back On Her BullshitA US District judge ordered actions perceived as violating federal law to shield defendants in a case involving Trump and his associates.
Does Trump's felony conviction bar him from owning a gun? - PoynterTrump's felony convictions mean he can no longer possess guns under federal and state laws, but could be eligible for gun rights restoration under certain conditions.
Judge Cannon Is Back On Her BullshitA US District judge ordered actions perceived as violating federal law to shield defendants in a case involving Trump and his associates.
Biden signs legislation that includes provisions targeting inefficient federal office space utilizationThe new law aims to enhance federal office occupancy and reduce waste in space usage.
Joe Biden commutes sentences of 37 out of 40 federal death row inmatesBiden commuted sentences of 37 federal death row inmates, emphasizing a shift away from the death penalty aligned with moral conscience and public defense experience.
Corruption Law Allows Gifts to State and Local Officials, Supreme Court RulesThe Supreme Court limited the application of a federal anti-corruption law to state and local officials regarding gifts and payments.
Supreme Court Rejects Biden Administration Request for Emergency Abortion Care in TexasThe Supreme Court upheld a lower-court ruling, limiting emergency abortion access under federal law in states with restrictions.
Supreme Court Turns Down Biden's Appeal in Texas Abortion CaseThe Supreme Court declined to review an appeal from the Biden administration regarding emergency abortions in Texas, indicating reluctance to address abortion issues.
Supreme Court upholds law barring domestic abusers from owning guns in major Second Amendment rulingThe Supreme Court upheld a federal law barring guns for domestic abusers, reinforcing similar regulations post-2022 gun rights expansion.
Supreme Court Poised to Curb Scope of Environmental ReviewsThe Supreme Court may rule that federal agencies can limit the scope of environmental impact reviews for projects like the Utah railway.
Why the EMTALA SCOTUS Case Is One of the Most Infuriating Since DobbsThe Supreme Court to hear a case on Idaho's near-total abortion ban and its conflict with federal law on emergency care.
Corruption Law Allows Gifts to State and Local Officials, Supreme Court RulesThe Supreme Court limited the application of a federal anti-corruption law to state and local officials regarding gifts and payments.
Supreme Court Rejects Biden Administration Request for Emergency Abortion Care in TexasThe Supreme Court upheld a lower-court ruling, limiting emergency abortion access under federal law in states with restrictions.
Supreme Court Turns Down Biden's Appeal in Texas Abortion CaseThe Supreme Court declined to review an appeal from the Biden administration regarding emergency abortions in Texas, indicating reluctance to address abortion issues.
Supreme Court upholds law barring domestic abusers from owning guns in major Second Amendment rulingThe Supreme Court upheld a federal law barring guns for domestic abusers, reinforcing similar regulations post-2022 gun rights expansion.
Supreme Court Poised to Curb Scope of Environmental ReviewsThe Supreme Court may rule that federal agencies can limit the scope of environmental impact reviews for projects like the Utah railway.
Why the EMTALA SCOTUS Case Is One of the Most Infuriating Since DobbsThe Supreme Court to hear a case on Idaho's near-total abortion ban and its conflict with federal law on emergency care.
Federal judge denounces President Biden's pardon, saying he misrepresented son's criminal caseU.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi criticized President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden, claiming it misrepresented facts and undermined the judicial system.
FBI recovers $8.3 million embezzled by 'pure evil' Kansas banker in a cryptocurrency account in the Cayman IslandsFederal agents recovered stolen funds, providing relief to embezzlement victims who feared losing their life savings.
Why the SEC Is Wrong About NFTsThe expansion of federal laws and regulations has led to over-enforcement, undermining the rule of law and creating uncertainty for individuals and businesses.
Trump Team Clashed With Official at Arlington National CemeteryPolitical campaigning is prohibited in military cemeteries according to federal law, as highlighted by the altercation between Trump's campaign and cemetery officials.
Trump Aide Abruptly Pushed Aside' an Arlington Cemetery Official, the Army SaysFederal laws prohibit political filming at Arlington National Cemetery, defended by Army after Trump campaign pushed an official.
What We Know About the Trump Campaign's Arlington National Cemetery IncidentTrump's Arlington visit honored fallen servicemembers, but controversy arose from his campaign team's altercation over restricted photography.
Trump Team Clashed With Official at Arlington National CemeteryPolitical campaigning is prohibited in military cemeteries according to federal law, as highlighted by the altercation between Trump's campaign and cemetery officials.
Trump Aide Abruptly Pushed Aside' an Arlington Cemetery Official, the Army SaysFederal laws prohibit political filming at Arlington National Cemetery, defended by Army after Trump campaign pushed an official.
What We Know About the Trump Campaign's Arlington National Cemetery IncidentTrump's Arlington visit honored fallen servicemembers, but controversy arose from his campaign team's altercation over restricted photography.
Column | CBP agrees to pay $45 million to settle pregnancy discrimination caseThe $45 million settlement reveals inconsistencies in CBP's commitment to nondiscrimination, as it failed to protect pregnant employees' rights under federal law.
A Desperate Kennedy Campaign, and the Mystery of 110,000 SignaturesKennedy's campaign relies on signatures from a super PAC, which may violate federal laws prohibiting coordination between campaigns and super PACs.
The GOP continues a legal fight against mail ballots that arrive after Election DayRepublican Party officials are challenging the acceptance of postmarked mail ballots received after Election Day in various states despite legal setbacks.
Woman Sentenced to 41 Months for Blocking Entrance to Planned ParenthoodTennessee anti-abortion activist sentenced to over three years for obstructing Planned Parenthood clinic access.
Congress requires in-state tuition for some Pacific IslandersStudents from Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau will receive in-state tuition at US public colleges, setting a concerning precedent for federal intervention in state matters.
Biden administration urges E.R. doctors to provide emergency abortions after Supreme Court rulingEmergency rooms must perform abortions to save pregnant women's health under federal law, despite state abortion bans.
Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry.
Biden administration urges E.R. doctors to provide emergency abortions after Supreme Court rulingEmergency rooms must perform abortions to save pregnant women's health under federal law, despite state abortion bans.
Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry.
The supreme court heard one of the most sadistic, extreme anti-abortion cases yet | Moira DoneganIdaho's extreme abortion ban, prohibiting all abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest, has forced pregnant women to seek life-saving care out of state.
PHOTOS: Demonstrators Gather Outside the Supreme Court as It Hears Arguments on Emergency Abortion Case - WashingtonianThe US Supreme Court is hearing a case to decide if a federal law supersedes Idaho's abortion ban.
The National Park Service will only take plastic at its parks. Three visitors are suing to use cashNational Park Service sued over cashless policyJustification of cashless policy by National Park Service
Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, but it's 'not a victory for pregnant patients'Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, ruling in favor of providing care if the patient's health is threatened.
People can still be kicked off juries for being LGBTQ+. This out congresswoman's bill would end that - LGBTQ NationThe Juror Non-Discrimination Act of 2024 aims to prevent discrimination in jury selection based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics.