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Federal Judge Criticizes Fifth Circuit’s Rigid Precedent in Tarrant County Meeting Case

A federal judge in Texas expressed frustration with the Fifth Circuit’s recent ruling that prioritizes strict procedural rules over practical considerations during a public meeting dispute involving applause restrictions.

Jul 15, 2026, 1:04 PM Reason

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Federal Judge Awards Hunter Biden $1.7 Million in Defamation Case Against Former Overstock CEO

Hunter Biden wins $1.7 million in defamation lawsuit over 2023 comments made by Patrick Byrne, former CEO of Overstock.com.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 3:40 PM

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Federal Judge Rules Biden-Era Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional for Racial Prioritization

U.S. District Judge John Bates finds that a high-speed internet grant program signed into law by President Biden violated constitutional principles by using race as a factor in fund allocation.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:24 PM

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Texas Judge Blocks Deportation of Witness in Fatal ICE Shooting

A federal judge has temporarily barred ICE from deporting a key witness in the deadly shooting of Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.

CBS Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 9:39 AM

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Trump-Nominated Judge Rules Against Administration in Minnesota Sanctuary Law Case

A federal judge appointed by former President Trump has ruled against the Trump administration's challenge to Minnesota's sanctuary laws, which the administration argued violated the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution.

The Hill | Jul 21, 2026, 5:12 AM

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Maryland Officer Jaron Taylor Sentenced to Probation and Fine in Anne Arundel County

A federal judge in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, has sentenced police officer Jaron Taylor to three years of probation and a $38,670 fine.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 8:48 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Declares 'Weaponization Fund' Dead at Senate Hearing

During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Backlash Over IRS Settlement Favoring Trump

A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AM

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Judge Williams Criticizes Trump-Linked Settlement in Reopened IRS Case

A federal judge has issued a scathing opinion on a dismissed lawsuit involving former President Trump and a disputed $1.776 billion settlement, highlighting collusion and improper motives.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:30 PM

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Melania Trump Files Motion for Sanctions Against Michael Wolff Following Dismissed Lawsuit

The former first lady seeks legal costs after journalist Michael Wolff's unsuccessful defamation suit alleging her involvement in the Epstein controversy was dismissed.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 8:19 PM

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SJSU Faces Title IX Violation and Lawsuit Amid Volleyball Controversy

San Jose State University and the CSU system challenge federal findings after a nearly year-long investigation into the 2024 volleyball controversy involving Blaire Fleming and Brooke Slusser.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 10:55 AM

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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Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada Sentenced to Life in US Prison for Drug Trafficking

The co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel was sentenced to life imprisonment and ordered to pay $15 billion after admitting to drug smuggling charges in a US court.

BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:42 AM

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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.

CBS Politics | Jul 18, 2026, 1:53 AM

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Illinois Enacts Law Ending Home Equity Seizures Three Years After Supreme Court Ruling

Governor J.B. Pritzker signs legislation ensuring homeowners receive surplus proceeds when their homes are seized for unpaid property taxes, addressing unconstitutional practices upheld until now.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:00 PM

Mahmoud Khalil Sues Trump Officials and Pro-Israel Groups Alleging Conspiracy

Former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit accusing Trump administration and pro-Israel groups of coordinated campaign to target pro-Palestinian activists.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 6:15 PM

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Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey’s Ban on Semiautomatic Rifles and High-Capacity Magazines

A landmark ruling declares New Jersey’s restrictions on certain firearms and magazines unconstitutional under the Second Amendment.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 8:39 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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Indian Court Denies Request to Transfer Hunger-Striking Activist Sonam Wangchuk to Private Hospital

Sonam Wangchuk’s wife alleges illegal detention after his forced hospitalisation amid protests supporting the Cockroach Janta Party.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 8:05 AM

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Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Criticizes Roberts Court, Signals State Will Resist High Court Precedents

Justice Todd Eddins sharply rebukes the US Supreme Court's conservative majority for undermining constitutional rights and democracy in a recent ruling.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 8:41 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

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Appeals Court Grants Trump Administration Temporary Win in Mail-In Voting Oversight Case

The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., paused a lower court injunction, allowing the Trump administration to advance its proposed election oversight rule, though the policy remains blocked in Massachusetts.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 3:09 PM

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Liberal Law Professor Opposes Obama Judge’s Referral of Trump Lawyers to Bar Associations

Judge Kathleen Williams referred Trump attorney Alejandro Brito and DOJ officials to bar associations for potential discipline, prompting criticism from a liberal law professor.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 12:25 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