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SF LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Administration Sues Maine for Refusing to Bar Transgender Athletes

The Trump administration's lawsuit against Maine targets policies allowing transgender athletes in women's sports, asserting violation of federal anti-discrimination laws.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Corporation for Public Broadcasting sues Trump in fight for control

Trump's effort to remove CPB board members is legally challenged, with potential implications for public media funding.
US politics
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Trump administration cuts off all future federal funding to Harvard

The Trump administration has halted research grants to Harvard, citing non-compliance with federal law amidst a convoluted cultural critique.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Leaked document says 'large scale' immigration enforcement action coming soon to L.A.

A large scale immigration enforcement action by ICE is planned in Los Angeles before February.
Collaboration between ICE, FBI, and DEA agent raises concerns regarding manpower and enforcement tactics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Minnesota Sues Trump Administration Over Limits on Transgender Athletes

Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department over federal threats against states allowing transgender athletes on women's teams.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Government watchdogs fired by Trump are suing to get their jobs back

Former inspectors general are suing the Trump administration for wrongful termination and violation of laws protecting their positions.
SF LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Administration Sues Maine for Refusing to Bar Transgender Athletes

The Trump administration's lawsuit against Maine targets policies allowing transgender athletes in women's sports, asserting violation of federal anti-discrimination laws.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Corporation for Public Broadcasting sues Trump in fight for control

Trump's effort to remove CPB board members is legally challenged, with potential implications for public media funding.
US politics
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Trump administration cuts off all future federal funding to Harvard

The Trump administration has halted research grants to Harvard, citing non-compliance with federal law amidst a convoluted cultural critique.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Leaked document says 'large scale' immigration enforcement action coming soon to L.A.

A large scale immigration enforcement action by ICE is planned in Los Angeles before February.
Collaboration between ICE, FBI, and DEA agent raises concerns regarding manpower and enforcement tactics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Minnesota Sues Trump Administration Over Limits on Transgender Athletes

Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department over federal threats against states allowing transgender athletes on women's teams.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Government watchdogs fired by Trump are suing to get their jobs back

Former inspectors general are suing the Trump administration for wrongful termination and violation of laws protecting their positions.
more#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump New Media' Briefing Starts Off With a Bang as Influencer Thanks Karoline Leavitt for Bringing Back English-Speaking Uber Drivers

The White House emphasizes adherence to federal laws, particularly regarding gender in sports and university funding, during a media briefing.
#uc-berkeley
US news
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Feds launch probe of UC Berkeley over hiding millions in funding from China, other countries

Department of Education investigates UC Berkeley for failing to disclose foreign funding, including large sums from China.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Feds launch probe of UC Berkeley over hiding millions in funding from China, other countries

Department of Education investigates UC Berkeley for failing to disclose foreign funding, including large sums from China.
more#uc-berkeley
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Minnesota preemptively sues Trump administration over trans athlete ban

Minnesota is suing the Trump administration to defend transgender students' right to participate in girls' sports against perceived federal overreach.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Trump tariffs: New York joins interstate lawsuit seeking to stop largest federal tax hike in history' | amNewYork

New York joins 11 states suing Trump over tariffs imposed under emergency powers, claiming they violate federal law.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Ranking House Oversight member says DOGE has created 'chaos' at the Social Security Administration

DOGE's actions pose significant risks to Americans' privacy, data security, and access to Social Security benefits.
#immigration-enforcement
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fearing encounters with ICE, tribal leaders offer guidance to their members

Tribal leaders are advising members on their rights and the importance of carrying tribal identification due to heightened immigration enforcement.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
Boston food

Federal judge drops contempt case against ICE agent over arrest outside Boston courthouse

Federal judge dismisses contempt case against ICE agent for arresting a defendant during trial, citing lawful duties of federal officers.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fearing encounters with ICE, tribal leaders offer guidance to their members

Tribal leaders are advising members on their rights and the importance of carrying tribal identification due to heightened immigration enforcement.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
Boston food

Federal judge drops contempt case against ICE agent over arrest outside Boston courthouse

Federal judge dismisses contempt case against ICE agent for arresting a defendant during trial, citing lawful duties of federal officers.
more#immigration-enforcement
fromCardplayer
1 month ago
San Francisco

Feds Reconsider Approval Of New California Casino

Doug Burgum rescinded approval for a proposed tribal casino in Vallejo amid legal challenges from nearby tribes.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Brandon Johnson Counters Republican Attacks at Sanctuary City' Hearing

Mayor Brandon Johnson insists Chicago's policies on immigration do not violate federal law and enhance public safety.
#legal-ruling
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Judge Strikes Down DOGE-Led Memo Directing Mass Firing of Federal Employees: Illegal' and Must Be Rescinded'

A federal judge ruled against OPM's memo on mass firings, stating it lacked authority over other agencies' hiring and firing decisions.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Judge Strikes Down DOGE-Led Memo Directing Mass Firing of Federal Employees: Illegal' and Must Be Rescinded'

A federal judge ruled against OPM's memo on mass firings, stating it lacked authority over other agencies' hiring and firing decisions.
more#legal-ruling
Social justice
fromstateline.org
2 months ago

GOP-led lawsuit that could dismantle disability protections draws public backlash

A lawsuit by Republican AGs seeks to challenge disability protections, sparking deep concern among advocates and parents about broader implications.
#health-policy
Medicine
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California joins legal fight to stop NIH cuts that could be a blow to UC, CSU other universities

California and 21 states are suing to reverse NIH funding cuts vital for medical research.
Cuts threaten university research programs and are seen as a violation of federal law.
fromCbsnews
2 months ago
Health

Judge orders HHS, CDC and FDA to restore deleted webpages with health information

U.S. judge orders restoration of health agency webpages removed under Trump's executive order, emphasizing the impact on public health treatments.
Medicine
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California joins legal fight to stop NIH cuts that could be a blow to UC, CSU other universities

California and 21 states are suing to reverse NIH funding cuts vital for medical research.
Cuts threaten university research programs and are seen as a violation of federal law.
fromCbsnews
2 months ago
Health

Judge orders HHS, CDC and FDA to restore deleted webpages with health information

U.S. judge orders restoration of health agency webpages removed under Trump's executive order, emphasizing the impact on public health treatments.
more#health-policy
Marketing
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

US Supreme Court upholds federal law that bans TikTok DW 01/17/2025

The US Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes TikTok's availability, with a potential ban effective immediately impacting millions of American users.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
6 months ago

FBI recovers $8.3 million embezzled by 'pure evil' Kansas banker in a cryptocurrency account in the Cayman Islands

Federal agents recovered stolen funds, providing relief to embezzlement victims who feared losing their life savings.
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