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Appeals Court Upholds Pentagon's Escort Policy for Journalists

A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 to allow the Pentagon to continue requiring journalists to be escorted on its grounds, siding with the Trump administration in an ongoing legal dispute.

Jul 18, 2026, 1:53 AM CBS Politics

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US Appeals Court Upholds Removal of Trump’s Name from Kennedy Center During Appeal

A US appeals court has ruled that Donald Trump’s name must remain off the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts while the organization appeals a prior ruling that deemed the name change illegal.

Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 4:23 AM

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U.S. Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Blocking Trump’s Mail-In Voting Order

The Circuit Court of Appeals rejected President Trump’s executive order to create a federal voter list and restrict mail ballot delivery ahead of the 2026 midterms.

CBS Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 10:19 PM

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Seventh Circuit Issues Decision on AR-15 Ban Amid Supreme Court Review

The Seventh Circuit ruled on an AR-15 ban case shortly after the Supreme Court granted certiorari on a similar issue, while other circuits await the Court's guidance.

Reason | Jul 17, 2026, 12:26 AM

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Nearly Two Decades After Heller, Practical Gun Rights Remain Largely Unchanged

An analysis of the impact of the Supreme Court's Heller decision finds minimal changes to gun rights over 18 years, contrasting with other landmark rulings.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 3:42 PM

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Supreme Court to Hear Case on Constitutionality of Assault Weapon Bans

The Court will address whether bans on widely owned rifles like the AR-15 violate the Second Amendment.

Reason | Jul 1, 2026, 3:29 PM

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Senator Lindsey Graham Honored with Capitol Ceremony and Air Force Base Renaming

Funeral services for the late Senator Lindsey Graham were held in Washington, D.C., as the U.S. Air Force announced plans to rename a base in his honor.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 28, 2026, 5:17 PM

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Pro-Second Amendment Groups Urge Maryland Supreme Court to Hear Appeal on Out-of-State Gun Permit Case

The case involves a D.C. resident arrested in Maryland despite holding a valid concealed carry permit, challenging Maryland’s refusal to recognize out-of-state permits.

Daily Caller | Jul 27, 2026, 2:09 AM

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Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Bid to Have Postal Service Screen Mail-In Ballots

A federal appeals court upheld a lower court ruling blocking an executive order that would have required the Postal Service to refuse delivery of mail-in ballots without prior state voter eligibility verification.

Washington Times News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:24 PM

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Justice Elena Kagan: Supreme Court Not a Rubber Stamp for Trump

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan emphasized that despite the Supreme Court's conservative leanings, it has acted independently of President Donald Trump on key issues.

Washington Times News | Jul 24, 2026, 5:46 AM

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25 States and DC Sue FEMA and DHS Over Withheld Homeland Security Funding

A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of withholding hundreds of millions in federal grants to pressure states on election and immigration policies.

CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 11:53 PM

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Court Denies Pseudonymity to Sex Offender Immigration Detainee Citing Public Access Rights

A federal magistrate judge ruled against an immigration detainee’s request to proceed anonymously despite his claims of potential harm if identified upon removal to Syria.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 1:12 PM

Appeals Court Reverses Release of Pro-Palestinian Columbia Activist Mohsen Mahdawi

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a Vermont judge's order to release Mohsen Mahdawi, allowing for his potential re-arrest amid ongoing deportation efforts.

Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 2:16 AM

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Second Circuit Revives Failure-to-Warn Claims in Tylenol Case, Faces Criticism Over Rule 702 Analysis

The Second Circuit overturned a district court's rejection of expert testimony in a case linking maternal Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, sparking debate over the court's interpretation of Rule 702.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 3:54 PM

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Ninth Circuit Dismisses Harassment Lawsuit Against Forge of Empires Game Moderators

Penny Quinteros's appeal over alleged harassment while playing the online game Forge of Empires was rejected by the Ninth Circuit, affirming the dismissal of her claims.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 1:57 PM

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Appeals Court Allows USPS to Proceed with Trump-Era Mail-In Ballot Policy Amid Ongoing Legal Battles

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily lifts a lower court block on USPS restrictions for mail-in ballots lacking eligible voter lists, while other legal challenges continue.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:15 PM

Washington DC Residents Describe City as ‘Under Siege’ One Year After National Guard Deployment

Nearly a year after thousands of National Guard troops were deployed to Washington DC under a presidential crime emergency order, residents express growing unease and resistance as the deployment is extended through 2029.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 12:08 PM

Trump Endorses Darline Graham for Full Senate Term Following Lindsey Graham’s Death

Donald Trump urges Darline Graham to run in South Carolina’s special Republican primary after being appointed to fill her late brother’s Senate seat.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 9:18 PM

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Supreme Court to Review Pipeline Company’s Land Seizure and $383,000 Legal Bill in North Dakota Case

Leonard Hoffmann and neighbors challenged WBI Energy Transmission over discounted land seizure, raising constitutional questions about fair market compensation under eminent domain.

Reason | Jul 17, 2026, 9:11 PM

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District Court’s Role in Plea Bargain Questioned in U.S. v. Littlejohn

A D.C. Circuit opinion addresses whether a district court judge improperly aided the government by questioning charging decisions in a high-profile case.

Reason | Jul 17, 2026, 7:48 PM

Greystar, Largest US Landlord, Accused of Violating Fair Housing Laws

Civil rights complaints filed in multiple states and Washington DC allege Greystar refuses federal housing vouchers and breaks local affordable housing laws.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 6:36 PM

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Republican Bill Seeks to Overturn Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship

Indiana Senator Jim Banks introduces legislation to codify Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court precedent deeming it unconstitutional.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 11:50 AM

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D.C. Proposes $6 Million Fee for Robotaxis Amid Union Opposition

The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 7:05 PM

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Death Toll in Bangkok Bar Fire Rises to 32, Dozens Remain Hospitalized

Two more victims have died from injuries sustained in the fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar, as authorities investigate negligence and fire safety violations.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 5:31 AM