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Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, gun accessories used in 2017 massacre

The Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, citing the administration not following federal law in the decision.

Corruption Law Allows Gifts to State and Local Officials, Supreme Court Rules

The Supreme Court limited the application of a federal anti-corruption law to state and local officials regarding gifts and payments.

Supreme Court Rejects Biden Administration Request for Emergency Abortion Care in Texas

The Supreme Court upheld a lower-court ruling, limiting emergency abortion access under federal law in states with restrictions.

Supreme Court Turns Down Biden's Appeal in Texas Abortion Case

The Supreme Court declined to review an appeal from the Biden administration regarding emergency abortions in Texas, indicating reluctance to address abortion issues.

Supreme Court upholds law barring domestic abusers from owning guns in major Second Amendment ruling

The Supreme Court upheld a federal law barring guns for domestic abusers, reinforcing similar regulations post-2022 gun rights expansion.

TikTok asks U.S. Supreme Court for emergency order to block upcoming ban | CBC News

TikTok is seeking Supreme Court intervention to block a federal ban before a January deadline.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, gun accessories used in 2017 massacre

The Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, citing the administration not following federal law in the decision.

Corruption Law Allows Gifts to State and Local Officials, Supreme Court Rules

The Supreme Court limited the application of a federal anti-corruption law to state and local officials regarding gifts and payments.

Supreme Court Rejects Biden Administration Request for Emergency Abortion Care in Texas

The Supreme Court upheld a lower-court ruling, limiting emergency abortion access under federal law in states with restrictions.

Supreme Court Turns Down Biden's Appeal in Texas Abortion Case

The Supreme Court declined to review an appeal from the Biden administration regarding emergency abortions in Texas, indicating reluctance to address abortion issues.

Supreme Court upholds law barring domestic abusers from owning guns in major Second Amendment ruling

The Supreme Court upheld a federal law barring guns for domestic abusers, reinforcing similar regulations post-2022 gun rights expansion.

TikTok asks U.S. Supreme Court for emergency order to block upcoming ban | CBC News

TikTok is seeking Supreme Court intervention to block a federal ban before a January deadline.
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Federal judge denounces President Biden's pardon, saying he misrepresented son's criminal case

U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi criticized President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden, claiming it misrepresented facts and undermined the judicial system.
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Worker's Rights Likely To Look Different Under Incoming Trump Administration | KQED

Trump's Labor Department choice will indicate the administration's labor policy direction, likely affecting worker protections, especially for vulnerable groups.

Rand Paul Warns the Mayor of Denver Could Be Removed from Office if He Blocks Trump's Mass Deportations

Senator Rand Paul believes Mayor Johnston could face removal for opposing federal law on deportations, labeling it a form of insurrection.

Worker's Rights Likely To Look Different Under Incoming Trump Administration | KQED

Trump's Labor Department choice will indicate the administration's labor policy direction, likely affecting worker protections, especially for vulnerable groups.

Rand Paul Warns the Mayor of Denver Could Be Removed from Office if He Blocks Trump's Mass Deportations

Senator Rand Paul believes Mayor Johnston could face removal for opposing federal law on deportations, labeling it a form of insurrection.
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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.

Elon Musk's Super PAC Has Stopped Million Dollar Giveaways After DOJ Warns It Could Be Breaking the Law

Elon Musk's America PAC has suspended its $1 million giveaway to voters following a warning from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding potential legal violations.

How to Break the Sanctuary States

President Jackson firmly opposed state nullification of federal laws, emphasizing it as treasonous and unconstitutional.
Current non-cooperation by states with ICE is viewed as a modern form of nullification undermining federal authority.

Judge rejects Fla. suit challenging higher ed accreditation

The court dismissed Florida's lawsuit against federal higher education accreditation, affirming the constitutionality of the accrediting system.

Why the SEC Is Wrong About NFTs

The expansion of federal laws and regulations has led to over-enforcement, undermining the rule of law and creating uncertainty for individuals and businesses.
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Trump Team Clashed With Official at Arlington National Cemetery

Political campaigning is prohibited in military cemeteries according to federal law, as highlighted by the altercation between Trump's campaign and cemetery officials.

Trump Aide Abruptly Pushed Aside' an Arlington Cemetery Official, the Army Says

Federal laws prohibit political filming at Arlington National Cemetery, defended by Army after Trump campaign pushed an official.

What We Know About the Trump Campaign's Arlington National Cemetery Incident

Trump's Arlington visit honored fallen servicemembers, but controversy arose from his campaign team's altercation over restricted photography.

Trump Team Clashed With Official at Arlington National Cemetery

Political campaigning is prohibited in military cemeteries according to federal law, as highlighted by the altercation between Trump's campaign and cemetery officials.

Trump Aide Abruptly Pushed Aside' an Arlington Cemetery Official, the Army Says

Federal laws prohibit political filming at Arlington National Cemetery, defended by Army after Trump campaign pushed an official.

What We Know About the Trump Campaign's Arlington National Cemetery Incident

Trump's Arlington visit honored fallen servicemembers, but controversy arose from his campaign team's altercation over restricted photography.
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Column | CBP agrees to pay $45 million to settle pregnancy discrimination case

The $45 million settlement reveals inconsistencies in CBP's commitment to nondiscrimination, as it failed to protect pregnant employees' rights under federal law.

In legal battle over emotional support parrots, woman wins $165,000

The settlement reinforces legal protections for individuals with disabilities regarding their emotional support animals.

A Desperate Kennedy Campaign, and the Mystery of 110,000 Signatures

Kennedy's campaign relies on signatures from a super PAC, which may violate federal laws prohibiting coordination between campaigns and super PACs.

The GOP continues a legal fight against mail ballots that arrive after Election Day

Republican Party officials are challenging the acceptance of postmarked mail ballots received after Election Day in various states despite legal setbacks.

Woman Sentenced to 41 Months for Blocking Entrance to Planned Parenthood

Tennessee anti-abortion activist sentenced to over three years for obstructing Planned Parenthood clinic access.

Congress requires in-state tuition for some Pacific Islanders

Students from Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau will receive in-state tuition at US public colleges, setting a concerning precedent for federal intervention in state matters.
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Biden administration urges E.R. doctors to provide emergency abortions after Supreme Court ruling

Emergency rooms must perform abortions to save pregnant women's health under federal law, despite state abortion bans.

Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.

The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry.

Biden administration urges E.R. doctors to provide emergency abortions after Supreme Court ruling

Emergency rooms must perform abortions to save pregnant women's health under federal law, despite state abortion bans.

Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.

The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry.
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The supreme court heard one of the most sadistic, extreme anti-abortion cases yet | Moira Donegan

Idaho's extreme abortion ban, prohibiting all abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest, has forced pregnant women to seek life-saving care out of state.
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US supreme court won't hear case over bathrooms for transgender students

The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a case on transgender bathroom rights, leaving the issue unresolved.
Federal appeals courts have conflicting rulings on whether restricting transgender students' bathroom usage violates federal law or the Constitution.

PHOTOS: Demonstrators Gather Outside the Supreme Court as It Hears Arguments on Emergency Abortion Case - Washingtonian

The US Supreme Court is hearing a case to decide if a federal law supersedes Idaho's abortion ban.

US supreme court won't hear case over bathrooms for transgender students

The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a case on transgender bathroom rights, leaving the issue unresolved.
Federal appeals courts have conflicting rulings on whether restricting transgender students' bathroom usage violates federal law or the Constitution.

PHOTOS: Demonstrators Gather Outside the Supreme Court as It Hears Arguments on Emergency Abortion Case - Washingtonian

The US Supreme Court is hearing a case to decide if a federal law supersedes Idaho's abortion ban.
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Tik Tok is under investigation by the FTC and could face a lawsuit

FTC is investigating TikTok over data and security practices, potentially leading to a settlement or lawsuit.
FTC looking into whether TikTok violated federal laws on unfair business practices and children's privacy protection.

The National Park Service will only take plastic at its parks. Three visitors are suing to use cash

National Park Service sued over cashless policy
Justification of cashless policy by National Park Service

'Two genders' T-shirt case goes in front of federal appeals court

A student in Middleborough was barred from wearing a shirt with the message 'There are only two genders' to school.
Lawyers argue that the school violated the student's freedom of speech by censoring his shirt.

Will Families Pay Less With Two Students in College? Now, It Depends.

The new federal law on financial aid formulas has changed how families with multiple members in college receive aid, potentially resulting in higher costs for these families
Many college and university websites are not clear on how the changes will impact families or include outdated or inaccurate information

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AI may replace human fashion models, raising concerns about name-image-likeness and diversity.
Debt collectors using overnight email or texts may be violating federal law.

Does Trump's felony conviction bar him from owning a gun? - Poynter

Trump's felony convictions mean he can no longer possess guns under federal and state laws, but could be eligible for gun rights restoration under certain conditions.

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, but it's 'not a victory for pregnant patients'

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, ruling in favor of providing care if the patient's health is threatened.

People can still be kicked off juries for being LGBTQ+. This out congresswoman's bill would end that - LGBTQ Nation

The Juror Non-Discrimination Act of 2024 aims to prevent discrimination in jury selection based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics.
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