Thursday Briefing: A Judge's Pushback Against TrumpJudge Boasberg threatens contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights unless migrants can challenge their removals.
Judge Finds Probable Cause to Hold Trump Officials in Contempt Over Deportation FlightsThe Trump administration faces potential contempt proceedings for allegedly violating a court order related to Venezuelan migrant deportations.
Trump Administration Blames Boasberg for Escalating Tensions Between Courts and White HouseThe Trump administration accused a federal judge of escalating tensions by holding the White House accountable for its actions in court.
Judge castigates Trump administration for 'bad faith' in Abrego Garcia's deportation caseThe judge criticized the Trump administration for 'bad faith' and obstructing legal processes in the deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Things Go Boom When You Attempt to Retcon the Economy - emptywheelTrump employs legal retconning to alter explanations for policies, often evading consequences, particularly in immigration and tariff decisions.
Thursday Briefing: A Judge's Pushback Against TrumpJudge Boasberg threatens contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights unless migrants can challenge their removals.
Judge Finds Probable Cause to Hold Trump Officials in Contempt Over Deportation FlightsThe Trump administration faces potential contempt proceedings for allegedly violating a court order related to Venezuelan migrant deportations.
Trump Administration Blames Boasberg for Escalating Tensions Between Courts and White HouseThe Trump administration accused a federal judge of escalating tensions by holding the White House accountable for its actions in court.
Judge castigates Trump administration for 'bad faith' in Abrego Garcia's deportation caseThe judge criticized the Trump administration for 'bad faith' and obstructing legal processes in the deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Things Go Boom When You Attempt to Retcon the Economy - emptywheelTrump employs legal retconning to alter explanations for policies, often evading consequences, particularly in immigration and tariff decisions.
Irmgard Furchner, Secretary at a Hub of Nazi Atrocities, Dies at 99Irmgard Furchner, convicted for her role in a Nazi camp, died at 99, marking a shift in prosecuting lower-level Nazi officials.
I saw him kill people:' Libya and Italy's shadowy migrant dealsNjeem's release in Italy highlights the impediments to justice for war crimes in Libya and the challenges of international accountability.
Irmgard Furchner, Secretary at a Hub of Nazi Atrocities, Dies at 99Irmgard Furchner, convicted for her role in a Nazi camp, died at 99, marking a shift in prosecuting lower-level Nazi officials.
I saw him kill people:' Libya and Italy's shadowy migrant dealsNjeem's release in Italy highlights the impediments to justice for war crimes in Libya and the challenges of international accountability.
Opinion | Trump's Revenge Tour Finds Its True TargetTrump's 2024 campaign emphasizes revenge against political opponents using federal power.
The Federal Judiciary: The Most Dangerous White-Collar Workplace In America - Above the LawThe federal judiciary is marked by pervasive harassment and lack of accountability, making it a dangerous workplace.
Paul and Jack were murdered by their abusive father. Why had the family courts granted him contact?The family courts must undergo significant reforms to better protect children from abusive parents, a lesson painfully underscored by Claire Throssell's experience.
Name the judges who left Sara Sharif in care of father who killed her, court toldAnonymity for judges in the Sara Sharif case undermines public confidence in the judicial system.
Paul and Jack were murdered by their abusive father. Why had the family courts granted him contact?The family courts must undergo significant reforms to better protect children from abusive parents, a lesson painfully underscored by Claire Throssell's experience.
Name the judges who left Sara Sharif in care of father who killed her, court toldAnonymity for judges in the Sara Sharif case undermines public confidence in the judicial system.
The Supreme Court Is Handling the Election Differently Than in 2020. Uh-Oh.Chief Justice John Roberts misjudged public sentiment regarding immunity for Trump amid growing court criticisms.
ProPublica Streamlines Finding Out Who Bought Your Favorite Supreme Court Justice!Government transparency can be enhanced by tracking the financial sponsorship of Supreme Court justices and politicians.
Letters: Supreme Court must eliminate appearance of being boughtJudicial gifts pose a significant threat to judicial independence and should be regulated to avoid undue influence.
One justice was 'especially vocal' in opposition to enforcement mechanism for SCOTUS ethics code, report saysThe U.S. Supreme Court's new ethics code lacks an enforcement mechanism, leading to criticism and concerns from its liberal justices.
The Supreme Court Is Handling the Election Differently Than in 2020. Uh-Oh.Chief Justice John Roberts misjudged public sentiment regarding immunity for Trump amid growing court criticisms.
ProPublica Streamlines Finding Out Who Bought Your Favorite Supreme Court Justice!Government transparency can be enhanced by tracking the financial sponsorship of Supreme Court justices and politicians.
Letters: Supreme Court must eliminate appearance of being boughtJudicial gifts pose a significant threat to judicial independence and should be regulated to avoid undue influence.
One justice was 'especially vocal' in opposition to enforcement mechanism for SCOTUS ethics code, report saysThe U.S. Supreme Court's new ethics code lacks an enforcement mechanism, leading to criticism and concerns from its liberal justices.
Giuliani Found in Contempt of Court Over Continued Defamation of Election WorkersRudolph W. Giuliani was found in contempt of court for defaming election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss despite prior agreements.
How Clarence Thomas Got Away With ItJustice Clarence Thomas continues to evade accountability for ethics violations despite multiple probes and allegations of accepting gifts from wealthy friends.
Miranda Devine: If Joe Biden can pardon his son Hunter, why can't he do the same for 'best friend' Devon Archer?The article criticizes the Biden family's perceived privilege and lack of accountability in the face of serious legal issues.
The Federal Circuit's Blind Spot: ParkerVision and the Problem of Invisible ReasoningThe Federal Circuit's Rule 36 practice undermines accountability and violates statutory requirements for written opinions in patent case appeals.
We Should Criticize The Judiciary. It's How We Hold The Institution Accountable.Judges may feel entitled to exemption from criticism and accountability, affecting public trust in the judiciary.
California judge, accused of killing wife, is in jail and drawing $220,000 salaryJudge Ferguson, charged with murder, retains his salary despite being jailed due to California laws regarding judicial status and compensation.
Criticizing plaintiff's 'chutzpah,' federal judge holds lawyer jointly responsible for over $207K in legal feesThe federal judge deemed the entire patent lawsuit frivolous, holding the lawyer and his client liable for over $207K in legal fees.
Abcarian: Supreme Court is out of control. Here's what it will take to rein it inPresident Biden proposes reform for the U.S. Supreme Court, including term limits, an ethics code, and a constitutional amendment to reverse a controversial decision.
Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Vincent Del Giudice set to retire amid controversySupreme Court Justice Vincent Del Giudice retiring after facing criticism for excessive punitive sentences.