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Defying Veto Threat, House Approves Measure Adding 66 New U.S. Judges

House approves creation of 66 new federal district court seats despite veto threat, with partisan divisions becoming evident after election outcomes.

Opinion | The Senate Should Leave No Judgeship Unfilled

The Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity may lead to greater scrutiny of extreme executive actions in federal courts.

Defying Veto Threat, House Approves Measure Adding 66 New U.S. Judges

House approves creation of 66 new federal district court seats despite veto threat, with partisan divisions becoming evident after election outcomes.

Opinion | The Senate Should Leave No Judgeship Unfilled

The Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity may lead to greater scrutiny of extreme executive actions in federal courts.
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PACER Sucks More Than Usual... And We Know Exactly Who To Blame

PACER's mid-morning slowdowns stem from data miners accessing the system simultaneously with litigators, indicating a need for better management of access.
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Federal courts trumpet steps to protect workers after #MeToo movement

Federal courts are working to protect employees from abuse and improve reporting mechanisms following #MeToo.

Forum shopping happens, but has the Northern District of Texas gone too far?

The Northern District of Texas's case assignment method allows forum shopping, resulting in high-profile judges like Kacsmaryk receiving an abundance of conservative-related cases.

Federal courts trumpet steps to protect workers after #MeToo movement

Federal courts are working to protect employees from abuse and improve reporting mechanisms following #MeToo.

Forum shopping happens, but has the Northern District of Texas gone too far?

The Northern District of Texas's case assignment method allows forum shopping, resulting in high-profile judges like Kacsmaryk receiving an abundance of conservative-related cases.
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Alert For Lawyers: Don't Fall For This Federal Courts Phishing Scam

Lawyers are facing a surge of phishing emails impersonating federal courts, urging them to remain vigilant and protect their sensitive information.

Court to Weigh Protections for Immigrants Brought to U.S. as Children

The future of DACA hangs in the balance as courts address the legality of protecting undocumented minors from deportation.

9th Circuit upholds California gun bans in some 'sensitive' places, but not others

California may enforce its gun ban in certain public places but not in hospitals or places of worship, as ruled by a federal appeals court.

No Concrete Plans, No Standing: Federal Circuit's Latest on IPR Appeals

Federal courts can only address actual controversies, not hypothetical situations, as established by the standing doctrine.
The Platinum Optics v. Viavi Solutions case reiterates the importance of standing requirements in patent appeals.

Can Robert Menendez's Bribery Conviction Survive an Appeal?

Federal corruption cases involving political figures have seen overturned convictions due to a narrowed legal definition of corruption by the U.S. Supreme Court since 2010.

Texas immigration ruling puts spotlight on nation's most conservative federal appeals court

5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is a destination for conservative legal strategies.
Pattern of conservative opposition in federal district courts in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Judicial Conference Shocked SHOCKED To Find Forum Shopping In This Establishment

Rogue judges appointed by Trump issue controversial rulings
Judicial reforms aim to enhance transparency and fairness in case assignment process

Alina Habba Goes Full Lionel Hutz In Latest Trump Trial

Alina Habba's swimsuit mishap is not discussed on the show
Discussion of Trump's lawyer and a racial discrimination lawsuit against Troutman Pepper
Investigation into Clarence Thomas by federal courts

Trump's Attempt to Delay His Jan. 6 Trial Receives a Double Blow

Two federal courts rejected Donald Trump's claims of immunity from legal process, reinforcing that no one, including a former president, can evade the law.
The rulings strengthen the upcoming criminal case against Trump for inciting violence on January 6th.

These 3 Supreme Court cases will test federal agencies' power over abortion and reproductive rights

The Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo ruling shifted power from federal agencies to federal courts in interpreting federal law.

G.O.P.-Led States, Claiming Invasion,' Push to Expand Power to Curb Immigration

Republican lawmakers in multiple states are trying to adopt laws similar to Texas empowering police to arrest undocumented migrants, echoing the immigration focus of the 2024 presidential election.

GOP Bill Aims to Protect Trump From Current and Future State-Based Criminal Court Cases

The bill to move Trump's case is unlikely to pass due to Republican opposition.
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