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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

DOJ's Own Watchdog Is Investigating How The Department Handled The Epstein Files

The Justice Department is under investigation for its handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

DOJ's Own Watchdog Is Investigating How The Department Handled The Epstein Files

The Justice Department is under investigation for its handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment

The Justice Department will allow firing squads and reauthorize pentobarbital for federal executions under the Trump administration's renewed push for capital punishment.
#ai-regulation
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Intellectual property law
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The DOJ is backing xAI in its lawsuit against Colorado

The DOJ is intervening in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's law on AI discrimination, arguing it violates the Equal Protection Clause.
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Intellectual property law
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The DOJ is backing xAI in its lawsuit against Colorado

The DOJ is intervening in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's law on AI discrimination, arguing it violates the Equal Protection Clause.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
3 days ago

How the DOJ Is Tackling Fraud in the ACA Marketplace - MedCity News

Fraud targeting vulnerable populations in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace is a significant issue, with deceptive practices disrupting healthcare access.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

These officers bravely spoke out not just for their own rights, but for the safety of the public and their fellow officers. In return, they were subjected to egregious retaliation simply because they reported misconduct and unsafe working conditions.
Los Angeles
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 days ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
#fbi
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

The FBI is easing hiring requirements and turning to social media to attract applicants to rebuild workforce depleted by firings and resignations | Fortune

The FBI and Justice Department are easing hiring standards to address workforce shortages caused by recent departures and retirements.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

The FBI is easing hiring requirements and turning to social media to attract applicants to rebuild workforce depleted by firings and resignations | Fortune

The FBI and Justice Department are easing hiring standards to address workforce shortages caused by recent departures and retirements.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

The NYPD union sued the CCRB for sharing unsubstantiated complaints against officers, claiming it harms their reputations and safety.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

The NYPD union sued the CCRB for sharing unsubstantiated complaints against officers, claiming it harms their reputations and safety.
SF politics
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Who's Fooling Whom? How the SPLC Indictment Works - emptywheel

The indictment includes charges of wire fraud, false statements, and conspiracy related to SPLC's financial practices.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Deputy district attorney says she was retaliated against for whistleblowing

Grayner claims there was a serious conflict of interest between the DA's office and the Alameda County Civil Grand Jury that wasn't properly addressed in 2021 and 2022, the period immediately preceding her hire.
East Bay (California)
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Prosecute prosecutors like ex-DA Joe Hynes

Wrongfully convicted lawyer Joe Hynes' political corruption led to his ousting and significant reforms in Brooklyn's district attorney's office.
Remote teams
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Associates Are Leaving Faster Than Ever - But Let's Be Honest, Biglaw Designed It That Way - Above the Law

Associate attrition in Biglaw is often a strategic choice, with firms benefiting from a constant influx of junior associates.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Former Cambridge City Councilor Paul Toner gets pretrial probation in brothel case

Paul Toner's misdemeanor charge will be dismissed after completing nine months of pretrial probation and fulfilling community service requirements.
#openai
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Florida AG opens criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT

Florida's Attorney General has initiated a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT related to a mass shooting incident at Florida State University.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Florida AG launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT over FSU shooting

Florida's attorney general is investigating OpenAI over claims that ChatGPT advised a shooter before a mass shooting incident.
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Florida AG opens criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT

Florida's Attorney General has initiated a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT related to a mass shooting incident at Florida State University.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Florida AG launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT over FSU shooting

Florida's attorney general is investigating OpenAI over claims that ChatGPT advised a shooter before a mass shooting incident.
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
Business
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

No More Suing: SEC Chair Paul Atkins Swaps Lawsuits for 'ACT' Strategy

SEC Chair Paul Atkins introduced a new 3-pillar ACT strategy to revitalize the agency and attract crypto firms back to the U.S.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
13 hours ago

38 Attorneys General Back Massachusetts Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Prediction Markets

A coalition of 38 attorneys general supports Massachusetts' lawsuit against Kalshi for alleged unlicensed sports betting activities.
#death-penalty
US politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

The Trump Admin Is Bringing Back Firing Squads like It's 1890

The federal government is reinstating the death penalty using firing squads alongside other methods for federal crimes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US justice department to allow firing squads as federal death penalty method

The US Justice Department is reinstating the federal death penalty, including firing squads and a specific lethal injection protocol.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The One Part of the Court System Where Trump's Takeover Plans Have Been a Smashing Success

Trump's administration has aggressively reshaped the immigration court system by removing judges and asserting unilateral control over deportation cases.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Lawyers Using ChatGPT: Let's Be Careful - Above the Law

Legal professionals risk client confidentiality by using GenAI tools without considering the potential exposure of sensitive information.
fromMission Local
6 days ago

No, Brooke Jenkins does not have an on/off switch for crime

In 2025, crime goes down. Way, way down: Crime drops across the board, homicides reach lows unseen since 'Gunsmoke' was on the air and the DA delivers a forceful warning to Trump's ICE goons.
SF politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

'Glassdoor for Judges' Celebrates Its Second Birthday - Above the Law

The Clerkships Database provides essential feedback on judges, helping law students avoid negative clerkship experiences.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show

Immigration operations are causing confusion and fear among law enforcement, impacting their ability to perform regular duties effectively.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Adams says Mamdani admin shouldn't have moved to drop him in sexual assault case, demands city pay for new private attorney | amNewYork

The city should pay for Eric Adams' private attorney after improperly stopping representation in his sexual assault suit, according to his new lawyer.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

Hector Sierra, 51, was arrested for fare evasion and possession of a controlled substance. He fell ill while in custody and was taken to the hospital, where he later died.
Brooklyn
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Antioch police launches Flock Camera Transparency Portal, allowing public to access data

Antioch Police Department utilizes Flock cameras to solve felony cases and enhance transparency through a new public portal.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NY's highest court sets new precedent for how police must communicate when making arrests based on shared information | amNewYork

Police must verify information with the officer who entered it before making an arrest based on law enforcement databases.
Intellectual property law
fromAdExchanger
6 days ago

Why A 1967 Privacy Law Is Powering A New Wave Of Ad Tech Lawsuits | AdExchanger

CIPA, a 1967 law, has become a significant challenge for ad tech due to its private right of action and potential for high damages.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC sheriff's deputies involved in alleged evidence scandal during COVID still employed, on track for promotions

Several NYC Sheriff's Office employees allegedly stole confiscated liquor and tobacco during the pandemic, with some still employed and on track for promotions.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The Biglaw EO Cases Head To The D.C. Circuit With A Hall-Of-Fame Advocate - And One Very Thirsty Judge - Above the Law

Paul Clement represents law firms challenging Trump's executive orders, emphasizing the case's importance for the First Amendment and the rule of law.
#epstein-files-transparency-act
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

DoJ inspector general to audit department's compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

The US Department of Justice is auditing its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files

Lawmakers are investigating the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

DoJ inspector general to audit department's compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

The US Department of Justice is auditing its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files

Lawmakers are investigating the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
US politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Pirro drops Powell probe, handing Kevin Warsh a lifeline, though U.S. Attorney vows to restart probe 'should the facts warrant doing so' | Fortune

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell is closed, shifting focus to the Federal Reserve's inspector general regarding building cost overruns.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
Law
fromKqed
2 days ago

Alameda County Public Defender: 'Right to Counsel Is Dead' | KQED

Public defenders in the Bay Area face rising case numbers without increased budgets, leading to ethical concerns and strained resources.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.23.26 - Above the Law

The Republican county judge's persistent efforts to block Virginia's redistricting have been met with repeated rejections from the state supreme court, raising concerns about judicial overreach.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Todd Blanche and Kash Patel indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center for wire fraud, false representations, and conspiracy to money launder.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
#ai-in-law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago
Law

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago
Law

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.
Law
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Federal appeals court blocks CA law requiring federal agents to wear identification

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Meet The New Prosecutor On The Brennan Case. He Already Called The Defendant A 'Real Traitor.' - Above the Law

A pattern emerges where career prosecutors are replaced by loyalists in politically charged cases, undermining legal integrity.
Law
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.
#doj
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump DoJ's mixed messages bode ill for Epstein victims, experts fear

Pam Bondi's non-appearance at a congressional subpoena raises concerns about accountability in the Epstein investigations.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

amNewYork Law The Docket: Meet the new New York State Bar Association executive director | amNewYork

Kathy Suchocki stated, 'Managing the largest voluntary state bar association in the nation is an extraordinary opportunity. I thank President Sweet, the working group and the Executive Committee for the faith they have placed in me.'
Law
#supreme-court
Law
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Supreme Court Just Twisted Its Cop Immunity Doctrine in an Even More Violent Direction

The Supreme Court vacated a decision allowing a lawsuit against police for excessive force in the death of Roy Scott.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Supreme Court Just Twisted Its Cop Immunity Doctrine in an Even More Violent Direction

The Supreme Court vacated a decision allowing a lawsuit against police for excessive force in the death of Roy Scott.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

AI And Billing: Flipping The Switch On The Bane Of Lawyers' Existence - Above the Law

The billable hour model in professions is inefficient and error-prone, presenting opportunities for AI disruption.
Law
fromFast Company
6 days ago

A strange quirk of the legal profession means lawyers may soon have to adopt AI-or face malpractice

Lawyers face pressure to adopt AI technology due to potential malpractice risks, despite their historical reluctance to embrace such innovations.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
#access-to-justice
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

Democratic AGs Sue to Block Admissions Data Collection

As part of the newly created Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS) survey, colleges must submit years of disaggregated admissions data-including the test scores, grade point averages, race, sex and income ranges of applied, admitted and enrolled students dating as far back as 2019. The data collection is part of an effort to verify that universities aren't considering race in admissions decisions after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the use of such practices in 2023.
Higher education
Law
fromJezebel
5 days ago

You Might Want to Check That Your Lawyer Isn't Submitting AI Slop Briefs

Commercial AI has eroded trust in professionals, raising concerns about reliance on AI for critical tasks like medical diagnoses and legal representation.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
Law
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The Department of Justice offered a startling confession to a court on Tuesday, acknowledging that it repeatedly made a 'material mistaken statement of fact' while defending Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests of noncitizens at immigration court.
US politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Crashes raise concerns about pursuit rules for immigration agents

A fatal crash involving immigration enforcement in Georgia killed a teacher, raising concerns about pursuit policies and public safety risks during immigration enforcement operations.
Law
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: New DOJ Attorney Rule Sparks Opposition, Rebuke For Judge's 'Vulgar Barroom Talk,' Invisible Ethics For Lawmakers & More - Above the Law

Department of Justice attorneys are departing en masse due to pressure to ignore legal ethics rules, resulting in poorly prepared briefs, unprepared attorneys, and violated court orders.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

'Emergency Jump Teams' Are DOJ's New Plan To Paper Over Its Self-Inflicted Crisis - Above the Law

The Department of Justice created "emergency jump teams" to rotate assistant U.S. attorneys into high-need offices amid severe staffing shortages and collapsing morale.
fromFortune
2 months ago

Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights probe into the killing of Alex Pretti, with FBI leading the investigation | Fortune

"We're looking at everything that would shed light on what happened that day and in the days and weeks leading up to what happened," Blanche said during a news conference.
US politics
US politics
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Law students demand loophole shielding federal officers from civil suits should be closed

Congress should pass the Federal Officer Accountability Act to allow civil suits against federal officers and prevent qualified immunity for excessive force.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ Attorney Throws Himself Under The Bus Rather Than Dragging Down Everyone Else - Above the Law

Assistant US attorney Rudy Renfer resigned after filing court briefs containing AI-generated fabricated quotes and false citations, then making misleading statements about the errors to a judge.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Justice Department Is Lowering Its Ethical Guardrails - Above the Law

The Justice Department eliminated a policy classifying senior political appointees as 'further restricted' under the Hatch Act, removing safeguards requiring election law enforcers to maintain strict political neutrality.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ's Defense Of Trump's Biglaw Executive Orders: Look How Many Firms We Scared Into Compliance! - Above the Law

The Trump administration reversed its DOJ retreat and filed an appellate brief defending executive orders targeting major law firms, claiming presidential prerogative shields these orders from judicial review.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Whiplash Over Executive Orders + FL Bondi Complaint, DOJ Takes On State Discipline, Spike In Judicial Conduct Complaints & More - Above the Law

Judicial misconduct complaints against federal judges spiked nearly 23% last year to over 1,850, potentially driven by increased public criticism of judges and courts.
fromAxios
1 month ago

DOJ backs down in legal fight with law firms Trump targeted

Our partnership is proud to have stood firm on behalf of its clients. The DOJ's decision to withdraw its appeals makes permanent the rulings of four federal judges that the executive orders targeting law firms were unconstitutional.
Law
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Department of Justice Drops Defense of Trump's Orders Punishing Law Firms

The DOJ abandoned legal cases against law firms that resisted Trump's executive orders targeting firms representing Democrats, demonstrating that legal resistance to executive overreach can succeed.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

DOJ Tries Acting Normal In New Jersey - Above the Law

The unexpected gravitas occurred in one of the thousands of habeas cases currently swamping trial courts. The Department of Homeland Security recently discovered that 8 USC § 1225(b)(1)(B)(iii)(IV) requires mandatory detention of asylum seekers, including those who were released in the country decades ago and given work permits. Hundreds of judges across the country - but not the Fifth Circuit! - have scoffed at this discovery and ordered DHS to either grant immigrants a bond hearing or release them.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

'Don't Hide the Ball,' Judge Puts DOJ's Lawyers on Blast - Above the Law

Federal judge warned government lawyers they face sanctions for ignoring binding contrary authority and relying on inapplicable cases in immigration habeas litigation.
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