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Supreme Court Grants Petition on July 20 After June 29 Conference

The Supreme Court granted a petition on July 20 that was initially conferenced on June 29, raising questions about the Court's unusual timing and deliberation process.

Jul 21, 2026, 7:44 AM Reason

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Supreme Court to Hear Alaska Pilot’s Challenge Over $95,000 Plane Seizure for Six-Pack of Beer

Ken Jouppi argues the seizure of his Cessna is an excessive fine under the Eighth Amendment, raising questions about proportionality in asset forfeiture.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 10:21 PM

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Israel Passes Legislation Targeting Palestinian Education in East Jerusalem

New laws approved by the Knesset aim to dismantle the Palestinian education system in East Jerusalem, sparking legal challenges and political controversy ahead of Israel’s October 2026 elections.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 4:45 PM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalised After 21-Day Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, protesting exam irregularities in India, was taken to hospital by police amid health concerns, sparking calls for further action from the Cockroach Janta Party.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:36 AM

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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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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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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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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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Senator Bernie Moreno Revives 1993 Harry Reid Birthright Citizenship Bill, Challenges Democrats

Ohio Republican Bernie Moreno plans to circulate legislation mirroring a 1993 proposal by former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid aimed at redefining birthright citizenship and cutting immigration.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:20 PM

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Wisconsin Elections Commission Finds Elon Musk May Have Violated Election Bribery Law

The commission referred complaints to the Brown County District Attorney over Musk's $1 million voter check giveaways during a 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:44 PM

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Donald Trump Pays E Jean Carroll Over $5 Million in Damages for Sexual Abuse and Defamation

Three years after a New York jury found him liable, US President Donald Trump has paid writer E Jean Carroll more than $5 million in damages.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 4:35 PM

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Legal Challenges Mount Against EPA's Rescission of Endangerment Finding

Environmental groups and blue states have filed lawsuits challenging the EPA's recent rollback of a key climate regulation, raising questions about the agency's legal authority and the future of climate policy enforcement.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 8:46 AM

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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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The End of Independent Agencies: Presidential Control Expands Over Federal Commissions

Recent legal changes and presidential actions have diminished the independence of federal agencies, centralizing power in agency chairs and the presidency.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 8:01 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Several executions have been carried out in Iran this week as part of a campaign targeting those accused of fomenting unrest and espionage during the ongoing conflict with the United States.

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Iran’s Judiciary Announces Executions Amid Security Crackdown Following 2025 War

Several executions have been carried out in Iran this week as part of a campaign targeting those accused of fomenting unrest and espionage during the ongoing conflict with the United States.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 5:16 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Executions linked to recent protests are part of Iran’s campaign against alleged infiltrators amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Israel.

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Iran’s Judiciary Announces Executions Amid Unrest and Security Crackdown

Executions linked to recent protests are part of Iran’s campaign against alleged infiltrators amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Israel.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 4:52 PM

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Angelina Jolie Severs Legal Ties with Brad Pitt as Twins Turn 18, Daughter Seeks Name Change

A family law expert says Angelina Jolie has achieved the complete separation from Brad Pitt she sought since their 2016 divorce, coinciding with their twins reaching adulthood.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 1:55 PM

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Democrats Lead House Races, But GOP Gains from Redistricting Keep Control in Play

Republican-led redistricting efforts could secure about a dozen House seats, while Democrats remain just seven seats short of a majority with several toss-up races ahead.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 1:49 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

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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

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US Prepares New Tariffs as Trump's 10% Global Levy Nears Expiration

The United States plans to impose fresh tariffs on multiple countries amid the expiration of President Trump's temporary global duties, with significant levies announced on Brazilian and Canadian goods.

CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 1:41 AM

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California Developer Challenges Menlo Park’s $127,000 Park Fee as Unconstitutional

The lawsuit highlights tensions between state housing laws and local impact fees, while San Francisco adjusts affordable housing mandates amid concerns over development slowdowns.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 12:49 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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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