We're All We've Got Left | DefectorThe Trump administration attempted to bypass legal protections for immigrants by leveraging the Alien Enemies Act.
Trump administration argues judge can't order return of man mistakenly deported to El SalvadorA federal judge ruled a wrongly deported man must be returned to the U.S., but the government argues it lacks the authority to enforce such a ruling.
Trump Administration Mocks Judge's Order To Bring Back Maryland Father From Salvadoran Prison Even After Admitting He Was Deported in Error'The court ruled that deportee Kilmar Abrego Garcia should return to the U.S. due to his illegal deportation.
US Judge Orders Return of Man Deported to El Salvador Prison. Will Trump Comply?U.S. judge rules deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia was illegal, ordering his return due to potential gang persecution risks in El Salvador.
Judge condemns deportation of Maryland father as 'wholly lawless'The judge ruled the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia was unlawful and violated his rights.
Deportation paused over son's 'aversion to chicken nuggets'Immigration tribunal found deporting Disha would be unduly harsh on his son.
We're All We've Got Left | DefectorThe Trump administration attempted to bypass legal protections for immigrants by leveraging the Alien Enemies Act.
Trump administration argues judge can't order return of man mistakenly deported to El SalvadorA federal judge ruled a wrongly deported man must be returned to the U.S., but the government argues it lacks the authority to enforce such a ruling.
Trump Administration Mocks Judge's Order To Bring Back Maryland Father From Salvadoran Prison Even After Admitting He Was Deported in Error'The court ruled that deportee Kilmar Abrego Garcia should return to the U.S. due to his illegal deportation.
US Judge Orders Return of Man Deported to El Salvador Prison. Will Trump Comply?U.S. judge rules deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia was illegal, ordering his return due to potential gang persecution risks in El Salvador.
Judge condemns deportation of Maryland father as 'wholly lawless'The judge ruled the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia was unlawful and violated his rights.
Deportation paused over son's 'aversion to chicken nuggets'Immigration tribunal found deporting Disha would be unduly harsh on his son.
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.
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.
Judge Orders Tufts Student's Detention Case Moved to VermontA federal judge ordered a Tufts student's immigration case moved from Louisiana to Vermont, citing jurisdictional appropriateness and concerns over fairness.
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.
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.
Judge Orders Tufts Student's Detention Case Moved to VermontA federal judge ordered a Tufts student's immigration case moved from Louisiana to Vermont, citing jurisdictional appropriateness and concerns over fairness.
US judge throws out corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric AdamsA federal judge dismissed corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, criticizing political interference in prosecutorial decisions.
Federal Judge Dismisses Charges Against Eric AdamsJudge dismisses corruption charges against Eric Adams with prejudice, preventing future revival.
US judge throws out corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric AdamsA federal judge dismissed corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, criticizing political interference in prosecutorial decisions.
Federal Judge Dismisses Charges Against Eric AdamsJudge dismisses corruption charges against Eric Adams with prejudice, preventing future revival.
US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.
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.
Judge orders Trump administration to give fired workers their jobs backJudge Alsup ruled that mass firings of probationary employees during the Trump administration were unlawful and circumvented required procedures.
A second judge ruled to temporarily reinstate federal workers, this time across 18 departments and agenciesFederal judge orders rehiring of terminated workers in 18 agencies due to lack of just cause for firings.
JUST IN: Federal Judge Orders Trump Admin to Reinstate Tens of Thousands of Federal Workers After Sham' Mass FiringsJudge Alsup ordered the reinstatement of thousands of federal employees, deeming mass firings by Trump's administration as unlawful and a sham.
US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.
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.
Judge orders Trump administration to give fired workers their jobs backJudge Alsup ruled that mass firings of probationary employees during the Trump administration were unlawful and circumvented required procedures.
A second judge ruled to temporarily reinstate federal workers, this time across 18 departments and agenciesFederal judge orders rehiring of terminated workers in 18 agencies due to lack of just cause for firings.
JUST IN: Federal Judge Orders Trump Admin to Reinstate Tens of Thousands of Federal Workers After Sham' Mass FiringsJudge Alsup ordered the reinstatement of thousands of federal employees, deeming mass firings by Trump's administration as unlawful and a sham.
Buskers are 'psychological torture' says judgeThe court has ordered Westminster Council to address excessive noise from buskers, deemed akin to psychological torture for nearby residents.
Marine Le Pen banned from France's 2027 presidential race-a major blow to the far-rightMarine Le Pen convicted of embezzlement, barred from public office for five years, significantly impacting her presidential campaign.
French court bars far-right leader Marine Le Pen from public office for embezzlementMarine Le Pen has been barred from public office for five years, threatening her 2027 presidential ambitions.
Marine Le Pen banned from France's 2027 presidential race-a major blow to the far-rightMarine Le Pen convicted of embezzlement, barred from public office for five years, significantly impacting her presidential campaign.
French court bars far-right leader Marine Le Pen from public office for embezzlementMarine Le Pen has been barred from public office for five years, threatening her 2027 presidential ambitions.
Trailblazing lesbian judge Ana Reyes blocks Trump's transgender military banA federal judge blocked Trump's transgender military ban, ruling it likely violates constitutional rights.Judge Reyes highlighted the irony of banning those who protect equal rights.
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.
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.
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 Rules Appointments Clause against DOGE Likely to Succeed - emptywheelJudge Chuang's ruling highlights Elon Musk's potential overreach in authority with DOGE, likely invoking the Appointments Clause.
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.
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.
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 Rules Appointments Clause against DOGE Likely to Succeed - emptywheelJudge Chuang's ruling highlights Elon Musk's potential overreach in authority with DOGE, likely invoking the Appointments Clause.
Judge formally sentences Adnan Syed to time served in Serial murder caseAdnan Syed's sentence modified to time served after new law gives minors a path to release, closing a long-running true crime case.
Montana Judge Rules Medicaid Recipients Have Protected Access to AbortionMontana judge finds restrictive abortion laws unconstitutional, ensuring Medicaid recipients have access to abortion services.
Builders sued in mica defective concrete case ordered to hand over documents to homeownersJudicial order mandates builders to provide key documents and test results in the mica controversy for homeowners' legal case.
U.S. Judge Finds China Liable for Covid Missteps, Imposes $24 Billion PenaltyA Missouri judge found China responsible for covering up the Covid-19 pandemic, imposing a $24 billion judgment.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.