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Landmark Second Amendment Ruling

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Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down New Jersey AR-15 Ban in Landmark Second Amendment Ruling

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals invalidated New Jersey's ban on semiautomatic rifles and large-capacity magazines, a decision hailed as historic by the NRA.

Jul 18, 2026, 2:46 AM Fox News Latest

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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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Ohio Court of Appeals Rules Arming Oneself to Answer Police Door May Be Privileged Against Obstruction Charges

The court reversed a conviction after ruling that constitutional rights protect an individual who arms himself at home before police arrival during a domestic dispute call.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 4:39 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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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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Court Rules Ban on ‘Personal, Impertinent or Slanderous Remarks’ in City Council Comments Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court struck down a City of Bossier City policy restricting public comments at city council meetings, citing First Amendment protections.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:08 PM

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against Warrantless Searches of Private Land

The court rejected the "open fields" doctrine, affirming stronger privacy protections under the Pennsylvania Constitution than the federal Fourth Amendment.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 3:56 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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Supreme Court to Review Alaska’s Asset Forfeiture in Excessive Fines Clause Case

The Court will examine the constitutionality of Alaska’s confiscation of a $95,000 plane linked to the illegal transport of alcohol to a dry village.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 11:30 PM

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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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Philippine Military Accuses China Coast Guard of Injuring Sailor in South China Sea Clash

A Filipino sailor was reportedly struck by a Chinese coast guard personnel during a confrontation near the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal, escalating tensions in the disputed South China Sea.

CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 11:23 AM

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"Red Sox Spirit" Proposed as Framework for Interpreting Massachusetts Constitution

A libertarian perspective suggests applying the ethos of the Red Sox Spirit to state constitutional law, emphasizing liberty and resistance to tyranny.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 1:37 AM

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Hawaii Supreme Court’s Use of 'Aloha Spirit' Raises Questions on Second Amendment Consistency

The Hawaii Supreme Court’s invocation of the 'Aloha Spirit' in constitutional interpretation highlights tensions between local traditions and federally guaranteed rights.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 5:25 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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Former Prosecutor Says Charges Likely for Man Who Shot Alleged Intruder in NSW Home Invasion

A suspected home invasion in northern New South Wales that left one man shot and an elderly couple stabbed has reignited debate over self-defence laws and 'castle law' protections.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 2:04 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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Gavin Newsom Criticizes Trump’s Election Speech, Calls It ‘Ramblings of a Mad King’

California Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticized former President Donald Trump’s primetime speech casting doubt on U.S. election security, warning it signals attempts to interfere in the 2026 midterms.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 11:54 PM

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Lucas Herbert Takes Two-Shot Lead at British Open, Matches Record Lowest Major Score

Australian golfer Lucas Herbert leads the British Open after a record-tying second-round 62 at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, with notable performances from Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 11:26 PM

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Bryson DeChambeau Receives Two-Stroke Penalty at British Open, Falls to Fifth Place

DeChambeau was penalized for inadvertently improving his lie on the fifth hole during the second round at Royal Birkdale, impacting his standing in the tournament.

CNA Latest News | Jul 17, 2026, 10:31 PM

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Federal Panel Reviews Proposal for Permanent Fencing Around Lafayette Square

A federal advisory commission considered plans to enclose Lafayette Square with permanent fencing amid security concerns raised by the Trump administration.

NBC Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 4:58 AM

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GOP Lawmakers Urge Supreme Court to Bolster First Amendment Rights for Street Preachers

House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PM

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Senator Eric Schmitt Pushes to End Birth Tourism and Revoke Citizenship for Children of Foreign Diplomats

Following a Supreme Court ruling upholding birthright citizenship, Senator Eric Schmitt introduces legislation and calls for revocation of citizenship for babies born to foreign diplomats in the U.S.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 7:19 PM

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Eleventh Circuit Likely to Hold En Banc Review in Florida University Speech Restrictions Case

A judge has withheld the mandate in a prominent case challenging Florida's Individual Freedom Act restrictions on university professors' speech, signaling a possible full-court reconsideration.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 11:35 PM

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Kenya's Rastafarians Lose Court Battle Over Religious Cannabis Use

After years of legal proceedings, Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to smoke marijuana for religious purposes.

France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 8:23 PM