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Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

RIP To The Kraken. Here's Hoping Whatever Replaces It Is Equally Ridiculous.

The Supreme Court rejects cert petitions from Sidney Powell, Lin Wood, and Kraken lawyers for frivolous election litigation. Judge imposed sanctions after a chaotic livestreamed hearing in July 2021.
Despite arguments, Lin Wood and Sidney Powell's responsible for unvetted filings in election challenge. Judge Parker's ruling criticized lawyers for abusing the judicial process and ordered them to cover legal costs. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Law

How the Voting Rights Act, Newly Challenged, Has Long Been Under Attack

The Voting Rights Act has faced numerous legal and political challenges since its inception in 1965.
Changes to voting rules and electoral systems often result in court battles due to the partisan nature of the American electoral system.
Election litigation and challenges to the Voting Rights Act have increased in the past two decades. [ more ]
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