Supreme Court Rules for Trump to Release USAID Frozen FundsThe Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to require the release of $2 billion in USAID funds, countering previous presidential financial strategies.
Judge blocks Trump's anti-transgender health care orderA Maryland federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump's executive order threatening funding for medical professionals providing gender-affirming care.
A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration's spending freezeThe federal judge's ruling blocks the Trump administration's attempt to freeze federal grant payments, affirming the roles of government branches.
US judge blocks Trump's suspension of refugee resettlement programFederal judge blocks Trump's attempt to suspend refugee admissions, citing overreach of presidential powers.
US judge refuses to overturn Trump's AP White House banFederal judge denies AP's request to restore access to presidential events, citing lack of demonstrable harm from the ban.
'A president is not a king': Judge rules Trump's firing of NLRB board member was illegalTrump's removal of NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox was ruled illegal by a federal judge, affirming restrictions on presidential power over independent agencies.
Supreme Court Rules for Trump to Release USAID Frozen FundsThe Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to require the release of $2 billion in USAID funds, countering previous presidential financial strategies.
Judge blocks Trump's anti-transgender health care orderA Maryland federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump's executive order threatening funding for medical professionals providing gender-affirming care.
A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration's spending freezeThe federal judge's ruling blocks the Trump administration's attempt to freeze federal grant payments, affirming the roles of government branches.
US judge blocks Trump's suspension of refugee resettlement programFederal judge blocks Trump's attempt to suspend refugee admissions, citing overreach of presidential powers.
US judge refuses to overturn Trump's AP White House banFederal judge denies AP's request to restore access to presidential events, citing lack of demonstrable harm from the ban.
'A president is not a king': Judge rules Trump's firing of NLRB board member was illegalTrump's removal of NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox was ruled illegal by a federal judge, affirming restrictions on presidential power over independent agencies.
US: Judge won't block Musk from firing federal workers DW 02/19/2025Judge Chutkan raises concerns over Elon Musk's authority in federal employee firings but denies immediate restraining order to block actions of DOGE.
NSF begins reinstating probationary employeesCalifornia Judge's ruling allows NSF to reinstate certain probationary federal employees after OPM guidance.
US: Judge won't block Musk from firing federal workers DW 02/19/2025Judge Chutkan raises concerns over Elon Musk's authority in federal employee firings but denies immediate restraining order to block actions of DOGE.
NSF begins reinstating probationary employeesCalifornia Judge's ruling allows NSF to reinstate certain probationary federal employees after OPM guidance.
San Mateo court rejects Sheriff Corpus' bid to block March 4 special electionJudicial ruling allows voters to decide sheriff's removal authority amidst misconduct allegations.
San Mateo Co. judge rules special election that could determine future of sheriff can move forwardSan Mateo County judge allows Measure A special election possibly enabling the firing of Sheriff Christina Corpus.
San Mateo court rejects Sheriff Corpus' bid to block March 4 special electionJudicial ruling allows voters to decide sheriff's removal authority amidst misconduct allegations.
San Mateo Co. judge rules special election that could determine future of sheriff can move forwardSan Mateo County judge allows Measure A special election possibly enabling the firing of Sheriff Christina Corpus.
Judge Dismisses Racketeering Charges Against Top Democratic Power BrokerCharges against George Norcross III dismissed due to lack of evidence and statute limitations.
New Jersey bar can reserve positions for members of underrepresented groups, appeals court saysNew Jersey bar association can prioritize diversity in leadership positions under First Amendment rights.
Judge Dismisses Racketeering Charges Against Top Democratic Power BrokerCharges against George Norcross III dismissed due to lack of evidence and statute limitations.
New Jersey bar can reserve positions for members of underrepresented groups, appeals court saysNew Jersey bar association can prioritize diversity in leadership positions under First Amendment rights.
Judge throws out sheriff's attempt to stop ouster measureA judge ruled that Measure A can proceed, which could lead to the removal of Sheriff Christina Corpus from office.
'Intellectually and morally indefensible': Montana court blocks trans-exclusionary law defining sexThe Montana court struck down a bill that sought to limit definitions of sex and gender, citing unconstitutionality.
San Jose State transgender athletes in jeopardy after federal ruling - San Jose SpotlightThe Biden administration's expansion of Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students was overturned, diminishing rights for transgender individuals in schools.
Federal judge throws out Biden's Title IX overhaulThe court ruled Biden's Title IX overhaul unconstitutional, blocking enforcement of regulations that expanded protections for LGBTQ+ and pregnant students.
Hong Kong's top court rules in favour of same-sex couple rightsHong Kong's top court has affirmed housing and inheritance rights for same-sex couples, marking a significant victory for the LGBTQ community.
'Intellectually and morally indefensible': Montana court blocks trans-exclusionary law defining sexThe Montana court struck down a bill that sought to limit definitions of sex and gender, citing unconstitutionality.
San Jose State transgender athletes in jeopardy after federal ruling - San Jose SpotlightThe Biden administration's expansion of Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students was overturned, diminishing rights for transgender individuals in schools.
Federal judge throws out Biden's Title IX overhaulThe court ruled Biden's Title IX overhaul unconstitutional, blocking enforcement of regulations that expanded protections for LGBTQ+ and pregnant students.
Hong Kong's top court rules in favour of same-sex couple rightsHong Kong's top court has affirmed housing and inheritance rights for same-sex couples, marking a significant victory for the LGBTQ community.
Judge rejects temporary block on Elon Musk and DOGE's access to federal agencies' dataA federal judge declined to block Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing federal data systems amid legal challenges.
Delaware judge rules against Elon Musk's $56B pay package again | TechCrunchElon Musk's $56 billion pay package was ruled illegal due to its unfairness, sparking debate over corporate governance and shareholder influence.
Musk's record Tesla pay package rejected again by Delaware judgeElon Musk's significant pay package was rejected by a judge despite shareholder support, citing undue board influence in its approval.
Judge rejects temporary block on Elon Musk and DOGE's access to federal agencies' dataA federal judge declined to block Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing federal data systems amid legal challenges.
Delaware judge rules against Elon Musk's $56B pay package again | TechCrunchElon Musk's $56 billion pay package was ruled illegal due to its unfairness, sparking debate over corporate governance and shareholder influence.
Musk's record Tesla pay package rejected again by Delaware judgeElon Musk's significant pay package was rejected by a judge despite shareholder support, citing undue board influence in its approval.
Revised Fair Use Ruling Finds No Transformative Use in Developing AI Search ToolJudge Bibas updated a ruling on copyright infringement between Thomson Reuters and Ross Intelligence, emphasizing fair use and the non-transformative nature of Ross' use.
Woman who stole 200,000 from bank spared jail, won't have to repay outstanding balanceMaureen McCormack, convicted of theft and arson, will not have to repay outstanding debts to the Bank of Ireland as per a judge's ruling.
Deportation paused over son's 'aversion to chicken nuggets'Immigration tribunal found deporting Disha would be unduly harsh on his son.
Woman who stole 200,000 from bank spared jail, won't have to repay outstanding balanceMaureen McCormack, convicted of theft and arson, will not have to repay outstanding debts to the Bank of Ireland as per a judge's ruling.
Deportation paused over son's 'aversion to chicken nuggets'Immigration tribunal found deporting Disha would be unduly harsh on his son.
Judge Blocks Trump's Birthright Citizenship OrderThe court blocked Trump's efforts to revoke citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, citing constitutional conflicts.
Proud Boys Lose Control of Their Name to a Black Church They VandalizedThe Proud Boys lose trademark control, needing church consent for name and merchandise use.
D.C. Police Officer Convicted Over Leaks to Proud Boys Leader Enrique TarrioLt. Shane Lamond was found guilty of obstruction of justice for concealing his relationship with Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio.
Proud Boys Lose Control of Their Name to a Black Church They VandalizedThe Proud Boys lose trademark control, needing church consent for name and merchandise use.
D.C. Police Officer Convicted Over Leaks to Proud Boys Leader Enrique TarrioLt. Shane Lamond was found guilty of obstruction of justice for concealing his relationship with Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio.
Judge blocks Louisiana from requiring schools to display Ten CommandmentsLouisiana's law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms was blocked by a federal judge for being unconstitutional.
Judge Chutkan Ordered The Release Of Jack Smith's 2,000 Pages Of January 6 DocumentsFirst Amendment rights were upheld against government interference in media.
Federal judge blocks enforcement of Louisiana's police buffer-zone' lawLouisiana's police-buffer law was blocked for being vague and violating the 14th Amendment, threatening First Amendment rights.
Charges dismissed against Karen Read supporter who scattered rubber ducks and fake $100 billsA Massachusetts judge dismissed charges against a supporter of Karen Read, citing First Amendment protections for his acts of political speech.
Judge blocks Louisiana from requiring schools to display Ten CommandmentsLouisiana's law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms was blocked by a federal judge for being unconstitutional.
Judge Chutkan Ordered The Release Of Jack Smith's 2,000 Pages Of January 6 DocumentsFirst Amendment rights were upheld against government interference in media.
Federal judge blocks enforcement of Louisiana's police buffer-zone' lawLouisiana's police-buffer law was blocked for being vague and violating the 14th Amendment, threatening First Amendment rights.
Charges dismissed against Karen Read supporter who scattered rubber ducks and fake $100 billsA Massachusetts judge dismissed charges against a supporter of Karen Read, citing First Amendment protections for his acts of political speech.
North Dakota Judge Strikes Down the State's Abortion BanThe North Dakota judge's ruling reaffirms the right to access abortion before fetal viability, despite existing state laws and clinic availability.
Judge Slams 'Outdated Precedent,' Awards Big Payday To Plaintiff's AttorneysJudge Frederic Block criticized outdated attorney fee standards, establishing new rates that resulted in a substantial award for the plaintiff's attorneys.
North Dakota Judge Strikes Down the State's Abortion BanThe North Dakota judge's ruling reaffirms the right to access abortion before fetal viability, despite existing state laws and clinic availability.
Judge Slams 'Outdated Precedent,' Awards Big Payday To Plaintiff's AttorneysJudge Frederic Block criticized outdated attorney fee standards, establishing new rates that resulted in a substantial award for the plaintiff's attorneys.
Incapacity benefit cuts consultation was misleading' and unlawful, judge rulesThe High Court ruled the DWP's incapacity benefit consultation was misleading, primarily aimed at cost savings rather than supporting disabled individuals.
High Court rules disability benefit reforms plan as unlawfulThe High Court ruled DWP's consultation on disability benefit cuts as unlawful due to unfair and misleading practices.
Incapacity benefit cuts consultation was misleading' and unlawful, judge rulesThe High Court ruled the DWP's incapacity benefit consultation was misleading, primarily aimed at cost savings rather than supporting disabled individuals.
High Court rules disability benefit reforms plan as unlawfulThe High Court ruled DWP's consultation on disability benefit cuts as unlawful due to unfair and misleading practices.
Miami Beach can regulate Art Week parties, judge says. Will wealthy homeowners listen?Miami Beach can regulate large parties to protect residents' peace and public safety, as affirmed by a ruling against wealthy homeowners' lawsuit.
Judge: Teen who killed California cop in 2006 rightfully charged as adult, will remain in prisonMeki Gaono's case will remain in adult court, affirming his life sentence for murdering Officer Dan Bessant in 2006.
Miami Beach can regulate Art Week parties, judge says. Will wealthy homeowners listen?Miami Beach can regulate large parties to protect residents' peace and public safety, as affirmed by a ruling against wealthy homeowners' lawsuit.
Judge: Teen who killed California cop in 2006 rightfully charged as adult, will remain in prisonMeki Gaono's case will remain in adult court, affirming his life sentence for murdering Officer Dan Bessant in 2006.
Judge allows Trump to temporarily block release of special counsel reportA federal judge has halted the release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's criminal cases pending an appeals court decision.
JUST IN: Judge Cannon Denies Trump Co-Defendant's Motion to Continue to Block Jack Smith ReportJudge Cannon ruled against blocking the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump's election subversion case.
Judge allows Trump to temporarily block release of special counsel reportA federal judge has halted the release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's criminal cases pending an appeals court decision.
JUST IN: Judge Cannon Denies Trump Co-Defendant's Motion to Continue to Block Jack Smith ReportJudge Cannon ruled against blocking the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump's election subversion case.
Exclusive | NYC schools chancellor violated free speech rights of parent activist who called out 'Jew hatred': judgeA federal judge ruled that Maron's removal from her position violated her First Amendment rights, emphasizing free speech protection.
NH Supreme Court upholds judge's ruling on 'Keep New England White' bannersThe New Hampshire Supreme Court upheld a lower court's decision, stating the civil rights law's interpretation was overly broad and unconstitutional.
Exclusive | NYC schools chancellor violated free speech rights of parent activist who called out 'Jew hatred': judgeA federal judge ruled that Maron's removal from her position violated her First Amendment rights, emphasizing free speech protection.
NH Supreme Court upholds judge's ruling on 'Keep New England White' bannersThe New Hampshire Supreme Court upheld a lower court's decision, stating the civil rights law's interpretation was overly broad and unconstitutional.
Judge halts attempt to retrieve 600m bitcoin wallet from Welsh dumpA judge dismissed James Howells' claim to recover a lost bitcoin hard drive, ruling it had no realistic chances of success.
Pro-Corporate Judicial Activists Have Shredded the First Amendment of the InternetThe court ruling undermines net neutrality, threatening the equal treatment of online communications essential for democracy.
Biden's net neutrality rules struck down by appeals courtThe FCC cannot restore net neutrality after a ruling classifying broadband as an 'information service' rather than a regulated 'telecommunications service.'
Pro-Corporate Judicial Activists Have Shredded the First Amendment of the InternetThe court ruling undermines net neutrality, threatening the equal treatment of online communications essential for democracy.
Biden's net neutrality rules struck down by appeals courtThe FCC cannot restore net neutrality after a ruling classifying broadband as an 'information service' rather than a regulated 'telecommunications service.'
Judge Denies Jan. 6 Rioter's Plea to Attend Trump Inauguration Not Appropriate' After Attempt to Thwart' Last OneA federal judge denied a Capitol rioter's request to attend Trump's inauguration, citing the seriousness of his actions during the January 6 riots.
Excerpts from the judge's ruling to go ahead with Trump sentencingTrump's election win doesn't grant him immunity from prosecution for prior crimes.
NY judge schedules Trump's hush-money sentencing for January 10Trump's bid to dismiss the hush money case was rejected by the judge, who set a January 10 sentencing date.
Judge Upholds Trump's Sentencing in Hush Money Case but Signals No Jail TimeA New York judge upheld Trump's conviction but may spare him punishment, indicating an unconditional discharge would maintain his felon status without further legal strings.
Judge rejects Trump's bid to throw out Stormy Daniels hush money convictionTrump is not immune from prosecution as a former president, according to New York Judge Juan Merchan's ruling.The trial relates to unofficial conduct, distinct from acts performed in official presidential capacity.
Excerpts from the judge's ruling to go ahead with Trump sentencingTrump's election win doesn't grant him immunity from prosecution for prior crimes.
NY judge schedules Trump's hush-money sentencing for January 10Trump's bid to dismiss the hush money case was rejected by the judge, who set a January 10 sentencing date.
Judge Upholds Trump's Sentencing in Hush Money Case but Signals No Jail TimeA New York judge upheld Trump's conviction but may spare him punishment, indicating an unconditional discharge would maintain his felon status without further legal strings.
Judge rejects Trump's bid to throw out Stormy Daniels hush money convictionTrump is not immune from prosecution as a former president, according to New York Judge Juan Merchan's ruling.The trial relates to unofficial conduct, distinct from acts performed in official presidential capacity.
Woman who accused Diddy and Jay-Z of raping her can remain anonymous for now, judge rulesA federal judge has ruled a woman can remain anonymous in her lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter for alleged rape.
Hong Kong judge convicts former pro-democracy lawmaker and six others over 2019 riotsSeven individuals, including a former lawmaker, were convicted of rioting during violence at a subway station amid Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
Bay Area ax assault suspect deemed unfit for trialA judge ruled Scott Michael Scibilia is mentally incompetent to stand trial for an ax assault.
A Judge Just Tore a Huge Hole Through Scott Walker's Anti-Worker LawsJudge's ruling restores collective bargaining rights for public employees, reversing Scott Walker's anti-union Act 10.
Inline for a New TrialInline lost claims of patent validity leading to their appeal based on juror instruction errors.The court's ruling on attorney fees and withdrawn claims raises further questions in patent litigation.
Italian judges strike another blow against Meloni's Albania asylum dealItalian judges ordered the transfer of asylum seekers from Albania to Italy, undermining the government's migration deal with Tirana.
New York man sentenced to life in South Florida murder of aspiring lawyerThe judge emphasized that a life sentence was necessary for justice in the case of Kendrick Lincoln Williams.
NY judge rules Diddy rape accuser must reveal name or lawsuit will be dismissedAnonymous plaintiff must reveal her identity to proceed with the lawsuit against Sean Diddy Combs for alleged rape.Judge ruled insufficient evidence presented for anonymity in light of the plaintiff's public accusations.
Lawsuit seeking power to not certify Georgia elections is dismissedThe lawsuit regarding the discretion of Georgia election board members was dismissed but can be refiled after correcting naming issues.
NY judge rules Diddy rape accuser must reveal name or lawsuit will be dismissedAnonymous plaintiff must reveal her identity to proceed with the lawsuit against Sean Diddy Combs for alleged rape.Judge ruled insufficient evidence presented for anonymity in light of the plaintiff's public accusations.
Lawsuit seeking power to not certify Georgia elections is dismissedThe lawsuit regarding the discretion of Georgia election board members was dismissed but can be refiled after correcting naming issues.
Law allowing NYC to padlock hundreds of suspected illegal pot shops ruled 'unconstitutional' by judge in bombshell rulingNew York City's law allowing the shutdown of suspected illegal cannabis shops violates due process, according to a Queens judge's ruling.
Activists Express Skepticism After Revisions to Police Oversight BoardPortland's new Community Board for Police Accountability is finally being established after nearly four years, but concerns about its effectiveness remain.
Social worker Tasered by City of London Police wins appeal for damagesA social worker successfully challenges a ruling regarding his compensation claim after being Tasered by police, deemed unreasonable by the Court of Appeal.
Activists Express Skepticism After Revisions to Police Oversight BoardPortland's new Community Board for Police Accountability is finally being established after nearly four years, but concerns about its effectiveness remain.
Social worker Tasered by City of London Police wins appeal for damagesA social worker successfully challenges a ruling regarding his compensation claim after being Tasered by police, deemed unreasonable by the Court of Appeal.
Ohio abortion ban struck down by judge who cites voter-approved reproductive rights amendmentOhio's heartbeat law ruled unconstitutional due to a voter-approved amendment securing reproductive rights.
Ohio's 'medically baseless and genuinely dangerous' gender-affirming care ban upheld by judgeOhio upholds ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth and trans girls/women in sports.
Ohio abortion ban struck down by judge who cites voter-approved reproductive rights amendmentOhio's heartbeat law ruled unconstitutional due to a voter-approved amendment securing reproductive rights.
Ohio's 'medically baseless and genuinely dangerous' gender-affirming care ban upheld by judgeOhio upholds ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth and trans girls/women in sports.
Georgia Judge Rules Local Officials Can't Refuse to Certify Election ResultsGeorgia election officials must certify results despite unfounded claims of fraud, ensuring voter rights are protected.
Georgia Judge Shoots Down Efforts by Republican County Officials to Meddle with Election Process: Voters Would Be Silenced'Georgia election officials must certify results regardless of claims or investigations, protecting the voting rights of citizens.
Local Officials Cannot Refuse to Certify Election Results, Georgia Judge RulesThe judge ruled that Georgia election officials must certify results, denying claims of their authority to refuse certification.
Georgia election rules passed by Trump-backed board are illegal', declares judgeThe Georgia judge ruled seven new election rules illegal and unconstitutional, citing lack of authority and support from the state's Election Code.
Georgia Judge Rules Local Officials Can't Refuse to Certify Election ResultsGeorgia election officials must certify results despite unfounded claims of fraud, ensuring voter rights are protected.
Georgia Judge Shoots Down Efforts by Republican County Officials to Meddle with Election Process: Voters Would Be Silenced'Georgia election officials must certify results regardless of claims or investigations, protecting the voting rights of citizens.
Local Officials Cannot Refuse to Certify Election Results, Georgia Judge RulesThe judge ruled that Georgia election officials must certify results, denying claims of their authority to refuse certification.
Georgia election rules passed by Trump-backed board are illegal', declares judgeThe Georgia judge ruled seven new election rules illegal and unconstitutional, citing lack of authority and support from the state's Election Code.
Judge Strikes Down Multiple Georgia Election RulesA Georgia judge ruled multiple new election rules as illegal and unconstitutional, rejecting right-wing activists' priorities.
Judge tosses a New York law that moved many local elections to even-numbered yearsA New York law aimed at aligning local elections with federal races has been struck down, seen as a victory for Republicans against perceived partisan agenda.
These 6 red states successfully blocked Biden's student loan cancellation planA federal judge has temporarily blocked President Biden's student loan cancellation plan, limiting hopes for its implementation after a previous court lifted a pause.
Georgia Judge Strikes Down State's 6-Week Abortion BanA Georgia judge ruled the state's six-week abortion ban unconstitutional, affirming that personal healthcare decisions fall under the state's liberty provisions.
Greenpeace activists who scaled Sunak's roof cleared by judgeGreenpeace activists' charges of criminal damage were dismissed due to insufficient evidence, illustrating a judicial stance on protest rights.
Brooklyn's MDC Jail stops accepting sentenced inmates amid concerns over 'barbaric conditions'MDC Brooklyn will no longer accept inmates serving sentences, shifting focus to pretrial detainees after a judge condemned its inhumane conditions.
The Second Amendment, as Applied - emptywheelThe Second Amendment applies to modern firearms, influencing legal interpretations and the dismissal of gun possession charges.
Medley cop who bought trailer meets requirements to run for council seat, judge saysA judge ruled that Lt. Arturo Jinete qualifies to run for council in Medley despite a late move due to property issues.
Transgender New Hampshire girl allowed to play soccer, judge rules, challenging governor's 'fairness in women's sports' lawA federal judge allowed a transgender girl to play soccer while challenging a New Hampshire law banning transgender girls from female sports.
The court that declared Google a monopoly weights breaking up the search giantA federal judge is considering breaking up Google for abusing its search monopoly, marking a significant moment in U.S. antitrust action.