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Special counsel urges Supreme Court to reject Trump immunity claim

Counsel urges Supreme Court to reject Trump's immunity claims

Historical context refutes Trump's immunity argument [ more ]

Above the Law

Think Learning Con Law Is Hard? Try Teaching It!

Supreme Court's jurisprudence complicates teaching Con Law

Law professors and judges are struggling with the rapid changes in the Supreme Court's decisions [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Opinion | The Crisis in Teaching Constitutional Law

Law school curriculum traditionally focused on understanding the Supreme Court's role and constitutional precedents.

The current Supreme Court has been criticized for potentially prioritizing partisan interests over upholding democratic principles. [ more ]

The New Yorker

3 months ago

US politics

Why the Long Shadow of Bush v. Gore Looms Over the Supreme Court's Colorado Case

Bush v. Gore was a landmark Supreme Court case that decided the winner of the 2000 Presidential election.

Gerard Magliocca, a young lawyer at the time, observed the Supreme Court deliberations during the case and later became an expert on constitutional law. [ more ]

the Guardian

France news

French lawmakers propose bill to inscribe abortion rights in constitution

A group of lawmakers from the French president's party will propose a bill to inscribe abortion rights into the country's constitution, according to a statement by two members of parliament on Saturday.

english.elpais.com

Abortion is enshrined as a constitutional right in France after lawmakers approve an amendment

France enshrines abortion right in constitution to prevent rollback of rights seen in the US.

France becomes the first country with a constitutional right to abortion since former Yugoslavia. [ more ]

www.france24.com

France politics

France to enshrine abortion rights in country's constitution

Enshrining right to abortion in French constitution is a global first with strong public support.

France aims to protect the right to terminate a pregnancy in its basic law, following the US Supreme Court's decision to restrict abortion rights. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

France politics

French Senate approves a bill to make abortion a constitutional right

France's Senate approved a bill to enshrine a woman's right to abortion in the constitution, following the National Assembly's approval, moving towards final approval.

President Macron aims to make the right to abortion irreversible by amending the constitution, emphasizing women's freedom and responding to global threats to abortion rights. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Zelenskiy backs Georgia protesters in fight for democratic success' amid further clashes

Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for democratic success in Georgia, as thousands of protesters rallied against legislation that could undercut Tbilisi's efforts to join the EU, and which critics have compared to a law in Russia that has been used to stifle dissent.There is no Ukrainian who would not wish success to our friendly Georgia.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

More than 1,000 plaintiffs, including Darren Bailey and 70 firearms dealers, named in lawsuit challenging state gun ban

SPRINGFIELD - Downstate attorney Thomas DeVore, an unsuccessful Republican candidate for attorney general last year, has filed a second lawsuit challenging Illinois' recently enacted ban on high-powered guns and high-capacity magazines.The latest lawsuit was filed in downstate White County and lists more than 1,000 plaintiffs, including former state senator and GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey and some 70 firearms dealers, who allege the new law violates the state constitution.

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Key points from Labour's blueprint for a New Britain'

Sweeping plans to reshape Britain's economic and political landscape have been set out by Labour's commission on the future of the UK.Here are some of the key recommendations from the panel, which was led by former prime minister Gordon Brown: Abolish the indefensible' House of Lords The commission proposed replacing the unelected Upper Chamber with a smaller, more representative and democratic assembly of the nations and regions, although details would be matters for further consultation.

The Berlin Spectator

Berlin

Berlin: Iris Spranger Favors Prolonged Detention of Activists Who Block Traffic

Berlin's Interior Senator Iris Spranger is ready to take the gloves off in regard to the way the city deals with 'Last Generation'.She told the RBB radio and TV network she would work on an amendment of relevant laws.Berlin, November 15th, 2022 (The Berlin Spectator) - For months, 'Last Generation' activists have blocked traffic in Berlin, and there are no signs they intend to stop anytime soon.

The Independent

UK news

Dozens hear case for British republic at 'naughtiest' Labour fringe event

Dozens gathered to hear the case for a British republic at a packed fringe event branded the "naughtiest" at the Labour conference.

BBC News

UK politics

Labour republicans say national anthem doesn't marry with party values

Sir Keir Starmer will open the conference in Liverpool with a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and lead members in sing the national anthem.

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the Guardian

World news

As the US supreme court creeps right, a broad view of the second amendment emerges

As the world looks on in horror following mass killings in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas, the US supreme court is set to issue its first major ruling on gun rights in over a decade.

Above the Law

1 week ago

Conservative Former Judge Blames Lawyers For January 6 Insurrection

January 6 insurrection partly attributed to lawyers' actions. [ more ]

Above the Law

1 week ago

Morning Docket: 05.08.24

Aileen Cannon delays classified documents case due to overwhelming motions. [ more ]

Above the Law

4 weeks ago

O.J.'s Lawyer Stops Playing Tough With The Goldmans - See Also

SCOTUS to hear arguments on Oregon's law soon. [ more ]

Intelligencer

1 month ago

The Texas Immigration Law Is Doomed

Texas law SB-4, granting state officials immigration law enforcement power, is predicted to fail due to constitutional constraints.

Legal analysis sometimes involves predicting outcomes based on practicality rather than searching for correct answers through case law. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

1 month ago

Firearm restrictions on defendants awaiting trial are constitutional, 9th Circuit rules

The court ruled the restrictions on possessing guns for defendants awaiting trial were constitutional.

The historical evidence supported the disarmament of dangerous criminal defendants. [ more ]

ABA Journal

Is SCOTUS making it harder to teach constitutional law? Profs 'depleted' and taken aback by 'velocity' of change

SCOTUS using originalism to overturn precedent

Constitutional law professors feeling depleted by rapid changes [ more ]

Queerty

2 weeks ago

US Elections

Marco Rubio is so desperate to be picked as Trump's #2 he's prepared to give up everything

Complete subservience is crucial for Trump's VP candidates. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

US politics

Judge blocks Texas law that gives police broad powers to arrest migrants who illegally enter US

Federal judge blocked Texas law expanding police powers for immigration enforcement

Judge cited conflicts with federal immigration law, Constitution's supremacy clause, and potential impact on U.S. foreign relations [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Judge blocks California law targeting suppliers of 'abnormally dangerous' firearms

The enforcement of a California law regarding 'abnormally dangerous' firearms has been blocked by a federal judge.

The ruling highlights the ongoing debate over gun liability and control measures in the United States. [ more ]

The Hill

NYC politics

Appeals court rules NYC law allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections violates state constitution

Noncitizens voting law in NYC declared unconstitutional by appeals court

Win for those opposing the law including Rep. Malliotakis and Council Republican leader Borelli [ more ]

HuffPost

4 months ago

'Dead Letter': Legal Experts Show How Trump's Claim 'Makes No Sense'

Legal experts dismiss Trump's claim of 'absolute immunity'

Argument that presidents can't be prosecuted without impeachment and conviction receives skepticism [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Experts Fear That Backsliding on Abortion Rights Will Go Beyond US Borders

The overturning of Roe v. Wade in the U.S. will embolden fringe anti-abortion groups across Europe, activists and academics warned last week following a major equalities conference in Spain.

Slate Magazine