Morning Docket: 02.26.25 - Above the Law
Briefly

The article presents a series of significant developments including Trump's revocation of security clearances connected to Jack Smith, limiting access to classified materials. A notable Supreme Court decision highlights the dismissal of capital punishment for an individual deemed innocent by prosecutors, reflecting a shift in judicial consideration. Concurrently, a judge makes a controversial statement regarding a past crime, and corporate responses to administration changes are noted, particularly Apple's steadfastness on diversity policies. Finally, the legal profession sees a dramatic rise in billing rates, exemplified by Alex Spiro's $3000 an hour fee.
Trump takes away Covington's security clearances because they represent Jack Smith. If they want to see classified material, they have to hang out at Mar-a-Lago like every other hostile power.
The Supreme Court refuses to put to death a man that even Oklahoma's tough on crime prosecutors admit is innocent. 5-3.
Judge who told everyone he'd killed his wife says he didn't mean to.
As companies bend over to appease the new administration, Apple is going the Costco route and refusing to back down from diversity commitments.
Read at Above the Law
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